Fairfield County Shooting – The family of a 21-year-old boy shot dead at a Fairfield County party is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of his son’s murderer. Following the shooting at Block 1400 West Peach Road on Saturday, July 1 at approximately 9:00 pm, Fairfield County officials responded: At 7.30 pm, authorities said an unidentified person opened fire on a crowd during a 21st birthday party.
Lawmakers said one person was killed and two others were injured. Fairfield County Coroner Chris Hill later identified one of the victims as Tion Byrd of Winnsboro. Byrd was taken to a local hospital where he later died. The Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office said an investigation into the shooting is ongoing.
The Fairfield County Montgomery Sheriff said in a press release: “This was a tragic and needless crime and a mother and father lost a son. We know the Byrd family is still in mourning and our thoughts and prayers remain with the Byrd family.
Like some crimes we investigate, they are not without witnesses. Between 150 and 200 people attended the party at which Tion lost his life. I know there are eyewitnesses to this horrific crime, but no one has yet spoken to me. Anyone who witnessed this incident or has information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office. This isn’t about betraying anyone, it’s about doing the right thing and making the community safer.
For those who have seen this or have information about this murder: What would you do if someone in your family ran into this? Don’t you want the person responsible for this incident to take responsibility? Taion’s parents, family and friends are hurt. you want the answer we want answers. Tion deserves an answer!
If you or someone you know has information about this investigation, please call the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office. You can contact us at our office at 803-635-4141, the Tip Hotline at 803-815-4191, or email us at FCSOTIPLINE@GMAIL.COM. ”