Shaquile Akins was 25 when he was found with a fatal gunshot wound on the evening of Saturday, March 2, 2019, on Jones Street in Williston, South Carolina. The Williston Police Department, aided by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, opened an immediate investigation into the shooting.

Investigators identified a suspect and a warrant was issued for Dylik O'Neal. Less than 24 hours after the shooting, O'Neal was arrested by the Aiken County Sheriff’s Office and taken to the Barnwell County Detention Center. He was charged with murder and possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime. The motive and the nature of any relationship between Akins and O'Neal were described as central to the investigation.

If anyone knew Shaquile, saw activity on Jones Street that night, or has information about the shooting, please share what is known.