Qualeeh Gaines, 23, was shot and killed in Bennettsville, South Carolina, on September 15, 2024. Known to family and friends as 4 leek, he had attended Marlboro County High School. The death was attributed to gun violence; investigators opened a homicide inquiry but have released few details about the circumstances.

Bennettsville Police said the shooting was not directly related to issues at Marlboro County High School. As of the latest available update, no arrests or suspects have been publicly announced and the case remains under investigation. Friends and relatives described Gaines as a great guy whose loss is felt deeply in the community.

If anyone knew Qualeeh or has information about the shooting, please share what you know with Bennettsville Police.