Tragic Shooting in Anderson, South Carolina

Tragic Shooting in Anderson, South Carolina

In the early hours of Sunday, October 12, 2025, a deadly shooting unfolded near West Franklin Street and Murray Avenue in Anderson, South Carolina.  Reports say the incident occurred shortly after 3:15 a.m. Local law enforcement responded and later confirmed that five people were shot.

As of the latest updates, two victims were identified as deceased, and three others were wounded and being treated at a hospital (AnMed). The Anderson County Coroner’s Office named the deceased as Calvin Chester Jr., aged 54, and Roymad McDaniel, aged 30.

Who Was Calvin Chester Jr.?

Though many personal details remain underreported publicly, community sources and social media posts describe Calvin Chester Jr. as:

• A beloved father and community figure in Anderson.

• Operating a business called Taz Recovery (as you noted in your prompt).

• At the time of the shooting, he was reportedly working security at the establishment where the incident occurred.

• According to one post, he was shot in the head.

Because news outlets have focused mostly on the immediate circumstances of the shooting, many biographical and business details remain sparse. Over time, local news, family statements, or police updates may fill in more.

The Setting: Truth Bar & Grill, Altercation, and Gunfire

According to the coroner and police, Chester and McDaniel were at Truth Bar & Grill when an altercation broke out, which escalated into gunfire. The shooting is being classified as homicide in both Ernest and McDaniel’s cases.

• Chester was shot in the head.

• McDaniel was shot in the chest.

• The three others wounded have nonfatal injuries and are hospitalized.

Autopsies for the deceased are reportedly scheduled to take place in the coming days.

Police have not yet released the names of suspects (if any), motives, or whether arrests have been made. The investigation is ongoing.

Impact on the Community & Reactions

The death of Calvin Chester Jr. has clearly shaken his local community. Posts on social media mourn him as a respected figure, a loving father, and someone known for contributing to his community through his business (Taz Recovery) and presence.

In press statements, the Anderson County Coroner’s Office and local authorities have expressed that they are working in tandem to uncover what led to the lethal escalation.

Given the time and location of the shooting, and the scale (multiple victims), this event may also reopen concerns about public safety, enforcement at late-night establishments, and the escalation of interpersonal conflicts into deadly violence.