Timothy Lavon Yates, 39, was found dead in the early morning of Saturday, August 23, 2025. He was discovered seated in the driver’s seat of his vehicle in the 2400 block of Plantation Drive in Longs, South Carolina, having suffered multiple gunshot wounds. First responders pronounced him dead at the scene.

The Horry County Police Department opened a homicide investigation. Authorities have not identified any suspects or announced arrests, and details about what led to the shooting have been limited. Investigators are asking anyone with information, photographs, or video related to the incident to come forward.

Friends and family knew Yates as Skinny and describe him as a well-loved, vibrant member of the community. If anyone has information about the shooting or knew Timothy Yates, please share what you can with investigators.