In the late morning of June 25, 2026, a man walked into the Greenville Police Department with a confession. That man was Rodney Haney, and he informed officers that he had just shot a woman on Alexander Street. Beyond identifying himself, Haney offered no further details without the presence of an attorney. The victim he identified was 52-year-old Minnie Coffey, a woman with whom he had been in a romantic relationship for approximately four years. Acting on this information, investigators were dispatched to the scene while Haney was taken into custody.
Following the initial investigation, Rodney Haney was charged with the murder of Minnie Coffey. The Greenville Police Department began a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting. They have encouraged anyone with information related to the case to come forward and contact either the Greenville Police Department or Crime Stoppers, assuring that anonymous tips are accepted.
The authorities have expressed their condolences to the family and loved ones of Minnie Coffey, affirming their commitment to a comprehensive and professional investigation into her death.
Funeral services for Minnie Jean Coffey were held on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at The Way Church in Greenville. Prior to the service, a visitation was held on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Byas Funeral Home. She was laid to rest in Oaklawn Memorial Gardens. The investigation into her death remains active and ongoing. Details regarding a trial, conviction, or sentencing for Rodney Haney have not yet been made publicly available as the case is still proceeding through the legal system. The overview of the case is that a man has been arrested and charged with murder after confessing to the shooting death of his long-term girlfriend.
