The Anderson County, South Carolina, community is mourning the reported death of Kenneth Andrew Latroy Lomax, a 36-year-old man who was found with a fatal gunshot wound at a residence on Quinn Street on Thursday, October 29, 2026.
The Anderson County Coroner’s Office identified Lomax following the discovery. Authorities are investigating his death as a homicide, and the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office has said the incident appears to be isolated, with no immediate threat to the public.
His death has brought sadness to those who knew him, while family members, friends, and others await answers about the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
What Happened to Kenneth Andrew Latroy Lomax?
Local reports state that emergency responders were called to a home in the 100 block of Quinn Street in Anderson County on Thursday, October 29, 2026.
According to FOX Carolina, officials were initially dispatched around 12:20 p.m. in response to a report of a person in cardiac arrest. Upon arrival, responders found Lomax deceased with a gunshot wound.
Other local reports described him as having been discovered outside the residence. Accounts differ on whether he was found in the front yard or backyard, so the precise location within the property has not been consistently established in the reporting reviewed.
The Anderson County Coroner’s Office identified the deceased as 36-year-old Kenneth Andrew Latroy Lomax. The death was classified as a homicide, and investigators began working to establish what happened.
The Anderson County Coroner’s Office and Anderson County Sheriff’s Office are investigating the circumstances surrounding Lomax’s death.
Authorities have not publicly announced an arrest or identified a suspect or motive in the information reviewed. Investigators are continuing to examine the incident and gather information that may help explain the events leading to the shooting.
The sheriff’s office has described the incident as isolated and said there is no immediate danger to the wider public.
Kenneth Andrew Latroy Lomax was 36 years old. His reported death has prompted expressions of sympathy for the people closest to him.
Beyond his name and age, verified biographical details about Lomax—including his hometown, occupation, interests, and family background—have not been established in the public reports reviewed for this article.
He may have been known by the name Troy among family members or friends, but further confirmation would be needed before treating that as an established nickname. His life should be remembered through accurate accounts from those who knew him.
The Anderson County Coroner’s Office confirmed that Lomax died from a gunshot wound. Authorities are investigating the death as a homicide.
An autopsy has been scheduled to provide additional information. The results may help investigators establish further details about the injuries and circumstances surrounding his death.
