On August 16, 2025, first responders found 35-year-old Keith Rashadd Rouse shot on the 100 block of McLain Street in Lamar, South Carolina. He was taken to McLeod Regional Medical Center and pronounced dead later that day. Reports identify him by his birthdate, October 4, 1989, and note he was a Lynchburg resident who attended Lamar High School and belonged to Powerhouse Faith Ministries.

Authorities say Michael Quintel Abson Jr. was identified as the person responsible for the shooting. Abson was also injured during the incident, treated at a hospital, and after release was taken into custody by the Lamar Police Department. Police Chief Dennis Carter announced charges of murder and possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime; Abson was booked and held at the W. Glenn Campbell Detention Center.

Rouse, known to family and friends as Nunk Nunk, is remembered as a loving father of two and a comedian who brought laughter to those around him. If anyone knew Keith, witnessed the shooting, or has information that could help the investigation, please come forward.