In the quiet town of Six Mile, South Carolina, a violent encounter on the evening of August 18, 2024, resulted in the death of 49-year-old Steven Lee Basquette, a white male from Pickens. The Pickens County Sheriff's Office received a call around 9:42 PM and responded to a residence at 442 Crowe Creek Road. Upon their arrival, they discovered Basquette inside the home with at least one gunshot wound.
Despite the efforts of emergency services, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The investigation into the shooting revealed a troubled history between Basquette and the occupants of the home. Reports indicate that Basquette had previous charges of domestic violence and assault against the female homeowner and her male companion. On that Sunday evening, Basquette allegedly confronted the pair at the residence, leading to the fatal shooting. It is believed that one of the occupants of the home shot Basquette during this confrontation.
In the days following the incident, the Pickens County Sheriff's Office continued to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting, interviewing witnesses and gathering evidence. An autopsy was scheduled to determine the precise cause of death. As of August 20, 2024, no arrests had been made and no charges had been filed in connection with Basquette's death, as the investigation into the manner of death was ongoing. The authorities have not publicly named any suspects in the case. The community was left waiting for further information as the investigation progressed.
