Authorities have identified the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday morning at a motel near Carowinds amusement park.
The York County Coroner’s Office confirmed that Kendale Williams, 23, of North Carolina, was the individual killed in the incident. The announcement came on Monday, July 28, following the completion of a preliminary investigation.
The shooting took place around 3:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 27, at the Motel 6 located on Foothills Way in Fort Mill. Responding deputies discovered Williams suffering from gunshot wounds in the motel’s parking lot. Despite efforts by emergency personnel, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to the York County Sheriff’s Office, a person of interest has been questioned in connection with the case. However, no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been formally charged at this time.
No other injuries were reported in the incident. Authorities have not released further details about the circumstances surrounding the shooting or a possible motive.
The investigation remains ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact the York County Sheriff’s Office.
As loved ones mourn the sudden loss of Kendale Williams, the community is left seeking answers and justice in the wake of this tragic act of violence.
