In the early hours of a Sunday morning in Newberry, South Carolina, a family dispute escalated into a tragic act of violence that claimed the life of a young woman. On May 5, 2024, 24-year-old Diamond DomUnique Kennedy, a Black female, was fatally shot in an incident that authorities have described as domestic violence. The shooting occurred around 2:45 a.m. at the Nance Forest Complex, a location less than a mile from the Newberry College campus.
When officers from the Newberry Police Department arrived at the scene, they discovered Ms. Kennedy with an apparent gunshot wound. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
A second individual, a male, was also found at the location, bleeding profusely from the face and mouth area. He was transported to Newberry County Memorial Hospital for treatment of his injuries. Authorities have not released further details about his condition or his involvement in the incident. Officials have stated that the shooting stemmed from a family dispute, but the specifics of what led to the fatal encounter have not been made public.
A graduate of Newberry High School's class of 2019, Diamond DomUnique Kennedy was remembered by her family and friends. Her death is the subject of an ongoing investigation by the Newberry Police Department, the Newberry County Coroner's Office, and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division. As of the latest available information, no arrests have been announced in connection with the shooting, and authorities have not publicly identified any suspects. Officials have assured the public that there is no immediate danger, as the incident was related to domestic violence. Anyone with information regarding the shooting is encouraged to contact the Newberry Police Department or Midlands Crime Stoppers.
