Billy James Matthews III was 19 when he died on Saturday, June 29, 2024, in Florence, South Carolina. Remembered for a love of engines, dirt biking, fishing and hunting, he was described by those close to him as fiercely loyal and wholehearted, someone who enjoyed working with his hands and driving down dusty dirt roads.

His death has been described as the result of an accidental shooting. Another teenager was injured in the same incident, but the specifics of how the shooting occurred and the nature of the other teen’s injuries have not been made public. No details about any investigation, suspects, or arrests have been released.

If anyone knew Billy or has information about what happened that day, please share what you know.