Woman shot in Bojangle shooting dies, wanted suspect is considered armed and dangerous

COLUMBIA, SC (WIS) – Columbia police announced that a woman was taken to the hospital after a to shoot outside, a Bojangles restaurant died.

Police said they are now looking for 23-year-old Ja’Quivian Kennerly in connection with that shooting. He is wanted on several charges, including murder.

Update #3-The woman shot outside Harbison Blvd Bojangles on 11/14 has died. #ColumbiaPDSC Investigators have issued arrest warrants for 23-year-old Ja’Quivian Kennerly. He faces several charges, including murder. If you know where he is, please contact Crimestoppers. pic.twitter.com/Bom4jOqydg

— Columbia Police Department (@ColumbiaPDSC) November 15, 2024

The shooting happened Thursday at the Bojangles on Harbison Boulevard.

According to police, the woman died in hospital on Thursday from a gunshot wound to her upper body. The Lexington County Coroner’s Office identified her Friday evening as Antoinette Michelle Hammonds-Colon, 40, of Columbia.

Police say Kennerly is considered armed and dangerous.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact Crime Stoppers.

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