Marcus Antonio Ellis, a 29-year-old father, was shot and killed in Florence, South Carolina, on the evening of December 18, 2022. He had celebrated his 29th birthday on December 10, 1993, and is remembered by his family.

The specific location, circumstances, whether anyone else was present, and any possible motive have not been released. The Florence Police Department has an active investigation but has not announced any arrests or identified suspects.

If anyone has information about Marcus Ellis’s death or saw anything in Florence on the evening of December 18, 2022, please contact the Florence Police Department.