A quiet Greer neighborhood was shaken early Saturday morning after a man was shot and killed, prompting a homicide investigation by local and county authorities. The deadly shooting happened in the early hours of January 3, 2026, leaving residents concerned and searching for answers as police continue to investigate what led to the violence.
According to the Greer City Police Department, officers responded to a 911 call at approximately 2:18 a.m. reporting a gunshot in the area of 308 Trade Street. When officers arrived at the scene, they found an adult male suffering from at least one gunshot wound. Emergency responders attempted to help, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Greenville County Coroner’s Office was called to the location and later identified the victim as Jonathan Gilbert Kraemer of Lyman, South Carolina. Authorities have not released Kraemer’s age or additional personal details. His death has added to growing concerns about gun violence in the region, especially during late-night hours.
Officials confirmed that an autopsy is scheduled for January 3, 2026, to determine the exact cause and manner of death. The autopsy results are expected to provide more information about the shooting and may help investigators piece together the events that occurred before police arrived.
The case is being actively investigated as a homicide by the Greenville County Coroner’s Office in partnership with the Greer City Police Department. At this time, police have not announced any arrests, suspects, or possible motives. Investigators are continuing to gather evidence, review any available surveillance footage, and speak with potential witnesses in the area.
Residents living near Trade Street said the sound of sirens and police activity in the early morning hours was alarming. Many expressed sadness and concern over the loss of life and the impact of violence on the community. Police are asking anyone who may have seen or heard something around the time of the shooting to contact the Greer City Police Department. As the investigation continues, authorities say they will release more information when it becomes available.
