In the quiet community of Loris, South Carolina, the life of 21-year-old Fredriqua Grate, a Black / African American female, was tragically cut short on the evening of March 31, 2026. Remembered by loved ones as a beautiful soul who was kind, caring, and full of love, her sudden and violent 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 with her presence.
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, which then crashed into a utility pole. The incident also resulted in injuries to two other individuals in the car with her, one of whom was a child. The Horry County Police Department responded to the scene and cordoned off the area for several hours as they began their investigation.
The Horry County Chief Deputy Coroner confirmed that Grate's death was a result of the shooting. Authorities have deemed the shooting to be an isolated incident. The police report lists 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 Fredriqa 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.
