Hampton County has identified the victim in a fatal weekend shooting in the Luray area as Antonio Griffin, 28, of Early Branch, S.C. The incident happened in the southern part of the county and remains under active investigation, though officials say there is no current threat to the public.
What Happened
- The Hampton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) responded to the Orchard Road area of Luray around 8:43 a.m. on Saturday, April 4, after a call about a shooting.
- About an hour later, around 9:30 a.m., deputies put out a public alert warning about a large law enforcement presence in the area.
- Upon arrival, deputies found an adult male with apparent gunshot wounds; he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Who the Victim Was and Status of the Case
- The victim has been identified as Antonio Griffin, 28, and his family has been notified by Hampton County Coroner Anna Fields.
- Investigators say they are actively working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting, including motive and any suspects, and describe the incident as believed to be isolated with no known threat to the public at this time.
The HCSO Investigations Division is following leads, and the agency has asked anyone with information—such as dash‑cam footage, video, or details about who was in the area—to contact the sheriff’s office through its tip line (1‑866‑942‑1120), the agency’s mobile app, or the website.
