Weekend Shooting in Clemson Under Investigation

Clemson Police are currently conducting an investigation following a fatal shooting that occurred in the early hours of Saturday, May 20.

Authorities were called to the scene at 673 Old Greenville Highway shortly after 12:30 a.m. in response to reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 21-year-old male victim inside a vehicle, suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite attempts to save his life, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

Further information, including the identity of the victim, is expected to be released by the Pickens County Coroner’s Office as the investigation progresses.

The police have clarified that the victim was not a student at Clemson University.

Anyone with relevant information regarding the incident is urged to contact the Clemson Police Department at 864-624-2000.