Leonard Wilson Jr., 33, was fatally shot on January 26, 2026, in the 800 block of Old Charleston Highway in Hardeeville, South Carolina. A resident of nearby Hilton Head, Wilson’s death was described as sudden and violent and devastated his family and community.

Investigators quickly identified Dwayane Bentley Jr. as the primary suspect. Bentley was taken into custody and is facing charges that include one count of murder and one count of possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing as the case moves through the legal process.

If anyone in the Hardeeville or Hilton Head area witnessed the incident or has information about Leonard’s final movements, please share what you know with investigators.