Belton, SC – June 13, 2025 — A 23-year-old man from Newberry County has been identified as the victim of a fatal shooting that took place early Friday morning in Anderson County. The victim, Jaheil Dyiir Thompson, was pronounced dead at the scene after being shot multiple times inside an apartment in Belton.
According to the Anderson County Coroner’s Office, authorities received a 911 call around 3:30 a.m. reporting gunfire at an apartment on Glenwood Street. When deputies and emergency medical teams arrived, they found Thompson unresponsive with several gunshot wounds to his chest. Despite efforts to save him, he was declared dead at the scene.
Coroner Greg Shore confirmed that the fatal injuries were consistent with multiple gunshot wounds. Investigators believe a physical altercation between Thompson and another individual led to the shooting. The exact details of the dispute remain unclear, but officials believe the incident was isolated and there is no ongoing threat to public safety.
As of Friday afternoon, no arrests had been made, and the identity of the other person involved in the altercation has not been released. Law enforcement has not disclosed whether that individual remained at the scene or fled before officers arrived. The case is being treated as a homicide, and detectives are continuing their investigation.
Authorities are actively gathering evidence, including witness statements, forensic materials from the scene, and any available surveillance footage. An autopsy has been completed, and officials are working to piece together a full timeline of events. Investigators are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office.
The sudden loss of Jaheil Thompson has left his loved ones and community in mourning. Friends and family members have begun posting tributes on social media, remembering Thompson as a bright young man with a warm heart. His death has prompted renewed discussions about conflict resolution and the dangers of firearms in domestic settings.
As the investigation progresses, officials are focused on ensuring that justice is served and that all responsible parties are held accountable. The case has deeply impacted both the Belton and Newberry communities, who now await answers while grappling with the painful loss of a young life cut tragically short.