Rock Hill, SC Shooting Update: Cedric Akeen Creighton Arrested for Double Murder

 The Rock Hill community is reeling after a tragic shooting on Tuesday night that claimed the lives of two people, including a 4-year-old child, and left a lasting impact on the neighborhood.

According to the Rock Hill Police Department, officers were called around 7:30 p.m. to a reported shooting on Frank Street. Upon arrival, they found two males and a young child suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite immediate efforts, 19-year-old Jamareon Kimble and 4-year-old Jakolby Clifton were pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigators say the shooting stemmed from an argument between a 19-year-old and a 34-year-old, which escalated into a violent exchange as both men left the residence. Tragically, the young child inside the home was struck during the gunfire.

The suspect, 34-year-old Cedric Akeen Creighton of Lancaster, has been charged with two counts of murder, possession of a weapon during a crime of violence, and unlawful possession of a firearm by a previously convicted person. Creighton sustained injuries during the incident and is currently receiving treatment in a hospital. He will be taken into custody once medically cleared.

Rock Hill police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Community leaders are calling on residents to support the families affected, emphasizing compassion and unity in the wake of the tragedy.

The incident has left a deep sense of grief throughout Rock Hill, with neighbors and local organizations mourning the loss of a young life and a young adult, while highlighting the urgent need for dialogue on violence prevention and community safety.