Tip Line Created, GoFundMe Started For Mother Killed In Shooting At Rock Hill Block Party
The latest:
The Rock Hill Police Department has created a Tip Line for anyone with information on the Southland Drive NeighborHood Block Party shooting on Saturday.
“This Tip Line is for anyone who attended the event, witnessed the shooting, or has heard information regarding the shooting to call and pass those details along to Rock Hill Detectives,” The Rock Hill Police Department said. “You can remain anonymous while giving tips.
“Understand, while you may think someone has already given the same details or what you know/heard is unimportant, it is crucial that Detectives evaluate and assess this information as it pertains to the shooting.
The Tip Line is 803-325-2678.
Montest Mincey was shot and killed during a large gathering on Southland Drive. A GoFundMe has been started to help her children deal with this tragedy.
“These kids were her whole world and we want to make sure they are taken care of in her absence,” the fundraiser reads.
If you’re interested in donating click here.
Previous Coverage:
The victims of Saturday night’s shooting at a block party in Rock Hill have been identified as 21-year-old Maricus Kirk, of Lancaster, and 44-year-old Montest Mincey, of Great Falls.
Original Story (Posted: June 2, 2024):
ROCK HILL, S.C. — Rock Hill Police Department is investigating after two people were killed and two others were injured after a shooting at a neighborhood block party.
Investigators say it happened on Southland Drive just after 10 p.m. Saturday night. Rock Hill Police say officers were in the area at the time and heard several gunshots ring out.
A 44-year-old woman and a 21-year-old man died at the scene. A third victim, a 25-year-old woman, was treated at the scene by EMS. Officers add a 24-year-old man later arrived at a hospital with a minor gunshot graze.
Neighbors say they are considering bringing an end Southland Drive’s yearly Summer block party.
“If they want to have a party, go to a park, not where homes people live in,” one resident who did not want to be identified said. “I’m not against people having fun. People should have fun and enjoy life, but not that way. Not that way.”
Police say they are still investigating this shooting, and are not ready to release any details on a possible suspect. Anyone with information on the incident is asked to call Rock Hill Police.
