Eugene Bell, Jr. Shooting, Death, Obituary – Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford has officially identified the victim in a fatal shooting that took place over the weekend in Columbia. The deceased has been named as 32-year-old Eugene Bell, Jr., a resident of Columbia.

The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning on the 1200 block of King Street. According to the Columbia Police Department (CPD), officers were dispatched to the area after receiving multiple reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, they found Bell suffering from severe injuries. Despite the swift response from emergency medical personnel, Bell succumbed to his injuries at the scene and was pronounced dead.

Details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting remain under investigation. The CPD has confirmed that a person was detained at the scene for questioning, though no charges have been filed at this time. Authorities have not yet released information on the possible motive or the relationship between Bell and the individual detained.

Coroner Rutherford emphasized the ongoing nature of the investigation, stating, “We will continue working closely with the Columbia Police Department to fully investigate this shooting.” She added that her office is committed to uncovering the facts surrounding Bell’s death to provide closure for his family and the community.

The 1200 block of King Street, where the shooting occurred, is a mixed residential and commercial area that has seen sporadic incidents of violence in the past. However, this latest shooting has left residents shaken, with many expressing concerns about safety in their neighborhood.

As the investigation continues, the Columbia Police Department is urging anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers or directly to the CPD.

Eugene Bell, Jr.’s death marks another tragic loss for the Columbia community, and his family and friends are mourning the loss of a young life taken too soon. The Richland County Coroner’s Office will release further details following the completion of the investigation and the autopsy.

This case underscores the ongoing challenge of gun violence in urban areas and the need for continued efforts to address the root causes of such incidents. The community awaits answers as law enforcement works to bring justice in the wake of this senseless tragedy.