In the quiet community of Loris, South Carolina, the life of 21-year-old Fredriqua Grate was tragically cut short on the evening of March 31, 2026. Remembered as a beautiful soul, kind, caring, and full of love, her sudden death left a profound void in the hearts of her family and friends. Those who knew her said she had a heart of gold and the ability to light up a room simply by being in it.
On that Tuesday night, shortly before 8 p.m., Grate was driving near the intersection of Log
Cabin Road and Powell Lane when she was fatally shot. The gunshot wound caused her to lose control of her vehicle and crash into a utility pole. The incident, which also resulted in injuries to two other individuals in the car, including a child, prompted an immediate response from the Horry County Police Department. The area was cordoned off for several hours as investigators began their work, determining that the shooting was an isolated event.
The Horry County Chief Deputy Coroner confirmed that Grate’s death was a result of the shooting. The police report listed the ongoing investigation as a case of murder and non-negligent manslaughter, as well as aggravated assault. In the days and weeks that followed, the community mourned the loss of a young life full of promise.
As of the latest available information, no arrests have been made in connection with the death of Fredriqua Grate. The Horry County Police Department's investigation into the shooting remains active as they continue to seek answers and bring those responsible to justice.
