Patrick Martin Obituary, Death: Coroner names victim in fatal Farrow Road shooting.
Patrick Martin Obituary, Death – Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford has confirmed the identity of a man who tragically lost his life following a shooting incident on Farrow Road on Monday. The deceased has been identified as 50-year-old Patrick Martin from Elgin.
According to the Columbia Police Department (CPD), authorities responded to the scene, located in the 5700 block of Farrow Road, and detained an elderly man for questioning. While the details surrounding the incident are still under investigation, law enforcement believes that a confrontation between two family members led to the shooting.
At this time, no arrests have been made, and the case remains under investigation. The Columbia Police Department is working closely with the Coroner’s Office to piece together the circumstances leading to the fatal shooting. Coroner Rutherford expressed the commitment to continue working with the CPD to fully investigate the homicide.
As of now, authorities have not disclosed the specific nature of the argument or any further details regarding the relationship between the victim and the individual questioned by police. The investigation is ongoing, with police focusing on gathering evidence, interviewing potential witnesses, and determining the motive behind this tragic incident.
The community is left shaken by the loss, and law enforcement is determined to uncover the full story behind this tragic event. No further updates have been provided at this stage, but officials are expected to release additional information as the investigation progresses.
