Cinda Louise South, aged 62, was tragically found deceased in her Live Oak, Florida home on March 21, 2022. The Suwannee County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene and discovered that she had suffered multiple gunshot wounds. This shocking incident prompted an immediate investigation by the Suwannee County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
The investigation quickly identified two persons of interest: Kevin Wade, 34, and Brenda Wade, 38, both of whom were related to Cinda South. A BOLO (Be On the Lookout) was issued for the Wades, and they were subsequently found deceased in a car in Lake City, Florida, also from gunshot wounds. Authorities believe that there are no other suspects involved in this case, and the incident is considered isolated to the individuals involved.
The investigation into Cinda South's death revealed that the motive behind the shooting was likely rooted in familial conflict. Both Kevin and Brenda Wade were closely related to South, and their deaths in Lake City were determined to be the result of a murder-suicide. The Suwannee County Sheriff's Office, along with the Lake City Police Department and the Columbia County Sheriff's Office, worked diligently to piece together the events leading up to the tragic deaths. The case was closed with the conclusion that Kevin and Brenda Wade were responsible for the murder of Cinda South before taking their own lives.
This tragic event has left the community of Live Oak in shock and mourning. Cinda South was remembered as a beloved member of the community, known for her work at Walmart and her involvement with the Mt. Gilead Baptist Church. Her sudden and violent death, followed by the discovery of her relatives' bodies, has underscored the devastating impact of familial violence. The authorities have assured the public that there are no ongoing threats related to this case, and they continue to offer support to the affected family members and the community at large.
