In the quiet neighborhood of Hammond Avenue in West Columbia, South Carolina, the morning of March 20, 2026, was shattered by a fatal act of violence. Charles Boyd Moore Jr., a 54-year-old male resident, was shot in the upper body. Following the assault, a bleeding Moore desperately sought help, knocking on the doors of his neighbors before emergency services arrived.
He was quickly transported to a local hospital, but tragically succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department was called to the 200 block of Hammond Avenue following reports of the shooting. While details of the incident remain under active investigation, authorities have suggested that it was an isolated event. Investigators believe the shooting involved two individuals who had a prior connection. The community has been left shaken by the violence, with residents expressing their fear and shock at such an event happening in their neighborhood.
As of now, no information regarding a suspect has been released to the public, and no arrests have been made in connection with the death of Charles Boyd Moore Jr. The West Columbia Police Department, along with the Lexington County Sheriff's Department and the Lexington County Coroner's Office, are jointly investigating the homicide. An autopsy was scheduled for March 23, 2026, to determine the official cause of death. Law enforcement is urging anyone with information about the shooting to contact Midlands Crime Stoppers, where they can provide tips anonymously and may be eligible for a cash reward.
