Charles Terry Montgomery, a 37-year-old taxi driver, was found dead in his cab in Charleston, South Carolina, on a Sunday night in September 2014. He died of a gunshot wound suffered during what investigators said began as an attempted robbery.

Within days, authorities identified two primary suspects. Christopher Pelzer was arrested first and confessed, providing information that led to the arrest of Thomas Gadsden. Both men were charged with murder and armed robbery and were later convicted for their roles in Montgomery’s death.

The case underlines the lethal risk that evening work could pose for drivers and left Montgomery’s family and community dealing with a sudden, violent loss. If anyone knew Montgomery, witnessed the incident, or has additional information that wasn’t shared during the investigation, please come forward.