FORT MILL, S.C. — A fatal shooting at a motel near Carowinds amusement park has left the community in shock, as authorities continue their investigation into the incident.

The York County Sheriff’s Office reported that the shooting occurred around 3:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 27, 2025, in the parking lot of the Motel 6 located at 3541 Foothills Way in Fort Mill. Deputies responded to the scene and found one individual who had been shot. Despite efforts by emergency personnel, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

The York County Coroner’s Office has not publicly identified the victim, and no details regarding the victim’s identity, age, or residence have been released as of the latest updates. Authorities have taken one person of interest into custody for questioning in connection with the case, but no arrests have been made, and no formal charges have been filed at this time.

No additional injuries were reported during the incident, and the circumstances surrounding the shooting, including a possible motive, remain unclear. The York County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating the case, which marks the second homicide in York County over the weekend. On Saturday, deputies investigated a separate fatal shooting in Clover, where a 19-year-old was charged with murder.

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the York County Sheriff’s Office at 803-628-3059 or York County Crime Stoppers at 1-877-409-4321 for anonymous tips.

As the community grapples with this tragic loss, the Fort Mill area remains on edge, seeking answers and resolution in the wake of this violent incident.