Lancaster, SC – Police in Lancaster are asking for the public’s help today in locating a man wanted in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred earlier this week.
According to the Lancaster Police Department, Korickio Cunningham, 29, is wanted on warrants for murder and possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime following a homicide reported on January 15, 2026, Thursday.
Investigators say the shooting occurred at 102 S. Hughes Street in Lancaster, where one person was found dead. Police have not released additional details about the victim or the circumstances surrounding the shooting as the investigation remains active.
Authorities describe Cunningham as 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighing approximately 170 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Police have emphasized that Cunningham should be considered armed and dangerous.
The Lancaster Police Department is urging anyone who may have information about Cunningham’s whereabouts not to approach him. Instead, residents are asked to contact police immediately at (803) 283-3313. Tips may also be submitted anonymously.
Officials say community cooperation is critical in resolving the case and ensuring public safety. Increased awareness is especially important for residents in the Hughes Street area, surrounding neighborhoods in Lancaster County, and the greater Charlotte metro region, where investigators believe the suspect could potentially travel.
Police have not indicated whether Cunningham has legal representation or if additional suspects are being sought at this time. The case remains under active investigation, and further updates are expected as new information becomes available.
Residents who live nearby or may have witnessed suspicious activity around the time of the shooting are encouraged to come forward.
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