MAULDIN, S.C. — Authorities in Mauldin, South Carolina, have confirmed the tragic discovery of Christopher Minor’s lifeless body in McCormick. This news comes after the Greenville County Coroner’s Office identified Mariellen Bessent Minor, 41, of Greenville, as the second woman found dead. Unfortunate circumstances led to Mariellen being found with at least one fatal gunshot wound. An autopsy for Mariellen is scheduled for Monday, as more details are expected to be released in the following days.
The City of Mauldin is currently investigating a double homicide case involving the deaths of two women. Maudlin Police responded to a shots fired call at the Arbors at Brookfield Apartments on Saturday evening, where they discovered the bodies of the two victims. Authorities have issued arrest warrants for Christopher Minor, 50, of Mauldin, on charges of murder and unlawful possession of a firearm in connection to the violent act.
Officials believe the incident to be related to domestic violence, shedding light on the potential motives behind the tragic events. One of the victims, Kim Melissa Thift of Greenville, has been identified by the Greenville County Coroner’s Office. Christopher Minor was last seen driving a white Cadillac with a South Carolina license plate bearing the number 297-AFW. Authorities have described him as 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighing around 195 pounds, with brown eyes and gray hair.
Law enforcement urges anyone with information about Minor’s whereabouts to come forward and contact the Mauldin Police Department immediately. Minor is considered to be armed and dangerous, emphasizing the importance of not approaching him without proper assistance. The community is urged to remain vigilant and cooperate with authorities to ensure the safety of everyone involved in this ongoing investigation.