Knowledge Kwame Shakur, 41, was shot and killed in the early hours of Sunday, March 22, 2026, at about 1:50 a.m. at the Uptown Grill on Seabard Avenue in Greenwood, South Carolina. Emergency responders pronounced him dead at the scene after officers arrived following reports of a shooting.

Greenwood Police identified 40-year-old Maurice Chisum as a person of interest and say a warrant has been issued charging him with murder. Authorities have described Chisum as dangerous and asked the public not to approach him but to call 911 if he is seen. The investigation and search for Chisum are ongoing.

If anyone was at the Uptown Grill that night or has information that could help investigators, please come forward.