ROCK HILL, S.C. — A man is facing charges after the Rock Hill Police Department said he shot two men Friday morning, killing one.
Officers said they were originally called to Flint Hill Street near Frank Street at 10:35 a.m. for a disorderly conduct call. While en route, the call was updated to a possible shooting.
Police found two men ages 26 and 21 on the ground with gunshot wounds when they arrived. EMS was also summoned for the victims. The 26-year-old man, identified Saturday as Charles Gaither Jr. of Rock Hill, was pronounced dead. The 21-year-old man was taken into surgery for treatment.
WCNC Charlotte is choosing to show the mugshot of the suspect in this case because he is charged with murder and is in custody.
Responding officers identified 25-year-old Maurice Lamont Burris Jr. as the suspect. He was taken into custody from a nearby residence without further incident according to the department.
Burris Jr. is now charged with murder, attempted murder, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, and unlawful carrying of a handgun.
Note: WCNC instituted a policy in March 2021 regarding the broadcast or posting of mugshots.
WCNC will only air or post a mugshot if the person has been formally charged with a crime and in a few other cases. The exceptions include: If it appears the person could be a danger to themselves or others or if they are wanted by authorities; to differentiate between people with a common name; if the photos could encourage more victims to come forward. The news-editorial leadership may also decide to use a mugshot based on the severity of the crime(s) committed and/or the level of public interest in the crime and ensuing criminal proceedings.