Crime
31-year-old Allison Ronyell Hickson killed after shooting on Washington Street in Timmonsville
Timmonsville, SC – A tragic shooting Friday night on Washington Street in Timmonsville resulted in the death of 31-year-old Allison Ronyell Hickson IV.
The Florence County Sheriff’s Office, led by Major Michael Nunn, confirmed that one person has been arrested in connection with the deadly shooting.
The incident occurred in the Washington Street area and has left the local community shaken.
According to records from the Florence County Detention Center, a 40-year-old Cornelius Franklin Rogers was taken into custody and booked shortly after midnight on Saturday.
The suspect faces a charge of murder. His address is listed in the Washington Street area of Timmonsville, suggesting a possible connection to the location of the crime.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward to assist with the investigation.
This marks another somber moment for the Timmonsville community as they grapple with the loss of a life to violence. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
For those who may have any details, please contact the Florence County Sheriff’s Office or submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
BATON ROUGE, LA – March 12, 2025 – A high-speed crash on LA 30 near Bluebonnet Boulevard resulted in the deaths of 24-year-old Jeremiah Downing and 22-year-old Hunter LaGrange, both of Hahnville, Louisiana.
The Louisiana State Police Troop A is investigating the fatal incident, which occurred shortly after 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday evening.
Preliminary reports indicate that St. Gabriel Police officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro, driven by Downing, for speeding on LA 30.
However, Downing refused to comply and continued westbound at a high rate of speed in an apparent attempt to evade law enforcement.
As Downing approached the intersection at Bluebonnet Boulevard, a 2016 GMC Sierra traveling east on LA 30 was attempting to make a left turn onto Bluebonnet.
Investigators determined that Downing disregarded a red light at the intersection, resulting in a head-on collision with the GMC Sierra.
Jeremiah Downing (driver of the Camaro) was unrestrained at the time of the crash.
He sustained critical injuries and was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Hunter LaGrange (passenger in the Camaro) was also unrestrained and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the GMC Sierra was wearing a seatbelt and sustained serious injuries.
They were transported to a local hospital for treatment.
At this time, it is unclear whether impairment played a role in the crash.
However, standard toxicology samples have been collected and will be analyzed as part of the ongoing investigation.
Louisiana State Police urge motorists to prioritize safety by obeying traffic signals, avoiding reckless driving, and always wearing a seatbelt.
Additional details will be provided as the investigation progresses.