AIKEN, S.C. — The Aiken community is grieving after 36-year-old Xavier Hall was fatally shot early Wednesday morning, November 12, 2025, in what authorities are describing as a deeply tragic incident. The shooting has left family, friends, and neighbors heartbroken, as investigators continue working to uncover the full circumstances surrounding his death.
According to the Aiken Department of Public Safety (ADPS), officers were dispatched to the 1200 block of Aldrich Street shortly after 3:18 a.m. following reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, officers found Hall suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite immediate life-saving efforts by first responders, he was pronounced dead by the Aiken County Coroner’s Office at approximately 4:45 a.m. Authorities quickly secured the area, launching a full-scale investigation.
Detectives spent several hours processing the scene and gathering evidence, including interviewing witnesses and canvassing the neighborhood for surveillance footage. Officials confirmed that one individual has been taken into custody in connection with the shooting. However, the suspect’s identity has not been released, as the investigation remains active and ongoing.
Those who knew Xavier Hall describe him as a warm, dependable, and generous person who was deeply loved by his family and friends. His sudden death has left many struggling to come to terms with the tragedy. “Xavier was one of those people who could light up a room,” a friend shared on social media. “He didn’t deserve this. None of us can believe he’s gone.” The flood of tributes online reflects the profound impact Hall had on those around him.
As investigators work to determine a motive, ADPS officials are urging anyone with information about the case to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers of the Midlands by calling 888-CRIME-SC. Authorities emphasize that even the smallest detail could help bring justice to Hall’s family and provide answers to a grieving community.
The investigation remains ongoing, and officials say updates will be shared as more information becomes available. In the meantime, Aiken residents continue to mourn a man remembered for his kindness and compassion. As the community grapples with this senseless act of violence, many hope that justice will soon be served and that Xavier Hall’s memory will continue to inspire love, unity, and peace.
