Greenville, SC, September 30, 2025
News Summary
An officer-involved shooting occurred in Greenville County, resulting in the death of 44-year-old Johnny Ray Moore Jr. The incident arose from a trespassing call, leading to a response from deputies. Moore was armed with a hammer, and upon perceiving a threat, a deputy discharged their weapon, fatally wounding him. An independent investigation by SLED is underway, with the involved deputy placed on administrative leave. This marks the 37th officer-involved shooting in South Carolina in 2025, raising discussions on law enforcement’s response tactics.
Greenville, SC – The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is currently investigating an officer-involved shooting incident that occurred in Greenville County on Sunday, resulting in the death of 44-year-old Johnny Ray Moore Jr. The incident took place on Stegall Circle in Greenville at approximately 12:50 p.m., when deputies responded to a trespassing call.
Upon their arrival, the deputy encountered Moore, who was reportedly armed with a hammer. In response to the perceived threat, the deputy discharged their weapon, striking Moore. He was subsequently transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased at around 2:43 p.m. The Greenville County Coroner’s Office confirmed that Moore sustained at least one gunshot wound, and an autopsy for him has been scheduled for Monday.
Fortunately, no law enforcement officers were injured during the incident. In compliance with standard procedure, SLED has been requested to conduct an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Additionally, the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office has initiated an internal investigation via its Professional Standards division to assess the incident further.
The deputy involved in the shot has been placed on paid administrative leave while the internal review is conducted. This tragic shooting marks the 37th officer-involved shooting in South Carolina within 2025 and is the sixth such incident involving the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office this year. In comparison, there were a total of 45 officer-involved shootings reported in South Carolina throughout 2024, with the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office being involved in six of those cases.
A Critical Incident Community Briefing regarding this shooting will be released on the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office YouTube channel at 8 a.m. on November 5.
This incident highlights ongoing discussions about law enforcement response tactics and the use of lethal force, as communities assess the impact and implications of such tragic events.
Upcoming Aspects
For residents seeking more information, a community briefing is set to provide crucial insights into the circumstances and investigations pertaining to this incident.
Statistical Overview
- 37th officer-involved shooting in South Carolina in 2025
- 6th officer-involved shooting for the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office in 2025
- 45 officer-involved shootings recorded in South Carolina in 2024
- 6 officer-involved shootings accounted for by the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office in 2024
FAQ Section
What incident is being investigated by SLED?
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is investigating an officer-involved shooting incident resulting in the death of 44-year-old Johnny Ray Moore Jr.
Where did this incident occur?
The incident occurred on Stegall Circle in Greenville, SC.
What was the reason for the deputy’s response?
The deputy responded to a trespassing call at approximately 12:50 p.m.
What did the armed individual possess?
Johnny Ray Moore Jr. armed himself with a hammer during the incident.
What happened to Johnny Ray Moore Jr. following the shooting?
Moore was transported to the hospital, where he was pronounced deceased around 2:43 p.m.
What has SLED done following the incident?
SLED has been requested to conduct an independent investigation into the shooting.
What will happen to the deputy involved?
The deputy has been placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of the internal review.
How many officer-involved shootings have occurred in South Carolina this year?
This incident marks the 37th officer-involved shooting in South Carolina in 2025.
What is being released on November 5?
A Critical Incident Community Briefing regarding this shooting will be released on the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office YouTube page at 8 a.m. on November 5.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Incident Type | Officer-involved shooting |
| Location | Stegall Circle, Greenville, SC |
| Victim | Johnny Ray Moore Jr., 44 years old |
| Trespassing Call | Responded by Greenville County Deputy |
| Time of Incident | Approximately 12:50 p.m. |
| Weapon Used by Victim | Hammer |
| Outcome for Victim | Pronounced deceased around 2:43 p.m. |
| SLED Involvement | Conducting independent investigation |
| Deputy Status | On paid administrative leave |
| Upcoming Information Release | Critical Incident Community Briefing on November 5 |
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Additional Resources
- WYFF4: Suspect Shot in Officer-Involved Shooting
- Wikipedia: Officer-involved Shooting
- WSPA: One Injured in Greenville Officer-Involved Shooting
- Google Search: Officer-involved shooting Greenville SC
- Fox Carolina: 1 Hospitalized Following Officer-Involved Shooting
- Google Scholar: Officer-involved shooting Greenville
- WYFF4: Suspect Shot and Killed in Greenville County
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Officer-involved Shooting
- WSPA: One Dead in Greenville County Officer-Involved Shooting
- Google News: Greenville County Officer-involved shooting
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