A 41-year-old South Carolina woman, Jaida Monique Braddy, faces charges of accessory after the fact to murder or felony in the death of 32-year-old David Hutchinson from Massachusetts, whose decomposing body was found in a curbside trash can in Marion on January 29, 2026. Hutchinson had traveled to Marion by bus in December 2025 for a supposed job opportunity but went missing after December 29, with family reporting him absent since early January.
Case Timeline
Police received a tip around January 12 about a possible homicide near Pearl Street, where Hutchinson was likely shot earlier that month, though no prior gunshots were reported. A second tip led to the discovery of his body outside an abandoned home; Braddy is accused of moving the trash can there post-killing.
Victim Background
Hutchinson, a barber, was allegedly lured south by a woman promising work as an “entrepreneur,” only to face robbery of his money, phone, and tools at a “trap house,” culminating in a violent confrontation. His family emphasizes his trusting nature beyond the headlines.
Current Status
Braddy remains in Marion County Detention Center on $15,000 bond as of early February 2026, with autopsy results pending to confirm cause of death. No other arrests have been announced, and details on the primary shooter are limited.
