Timothy Davenport, 53, was shot in the head and died after being found by deputies following a reported shooting on the evening of May 7, 2024, in the 200 block of Jeffcoat Road in Wagener, South Carolina. He was taken to Lexington Medical Center and later succumbed to his injuries. An autopsy was scheduled to be performed in Newberry to officially determine the cause of death.

Witnesses said they saw a man flee the residence just before deputies arrived. A manhunt followed and a suspect was located about three miles from the scene after citizens reported seeing him walking along Highway 302; he was arrested without incident and taken to the Aiken County Detention Center. Charges have been announced including murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime. The motive has not been released.

If anyone saw activity on Jeffcoat Road that evening or has information about the shooting, please share what is known with investigators.