Harleyville, SC – Authorities Identify Homicide Victim as 18-Year-Old Antwon Javice Carmichael
The Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office, working in partnership with the Dorchester County Coroner’s Office, has confirmed the identity of the young man found deceased on White House Pond Road in Harleyville on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Officials have identified the victim as 18-year-old Antwon Javice Carmichael of Orangeburg County.
The identification marks a critical step forward in what has been a complex and deeply troubling homicide investigation. According to authorities, the breakthrough was made possible after the Sheriff’s Office released a forensic sketch of the victim to the public. The sketch prompted an outpouring of tips from community members, ultimately leading investigators to confirm Carmichael’s identity. Law enforcement officials have expressed their gratitude to those who stepped forward, noting that public cooperation has been invaluable to the case.
“This is a tragic loss of a young life,” a Sheriff’s Office spokesperson stated. “We are committed to pursuing every lead until those responsible for Antwon’s death are brought to justice. The help we’ve received from the community has been instrumental, and we encourage anyone with additional information to continue coming forward.”
While specific details about the circumstances surrounding Carmichael’s death have not yet been released, the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division and the Dorchester County Coroner’s Office are actively working alongside state and regional law enforcement partners to track down those involved. Investigators are meticulously reviewing evidence, interviewing witnesses, and following up on multiple leads.
Antwon’s death has sent shockwaves through Orangeburg County and beyond. Friends and family remember him as a young man with his whole life ahead of him — someone full of potential, with a bright smile and an easy laugh. His loved ones are now left grappling with the devastating reality of his loss, as they call for answers and justice.
Community leaders have echoed the Sheriff’s Office’s plea for continued cooperation, reminding residents that even the smallest piece of information could prove crucial in solving the case. Anyone with details is urged to contact the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office or submit an anonymous tip through local Crime Stoppers channels.
As the investigation continues, Antwon Javice Carmichael’s name will not be forgotten. His life, though cut short at just 18 years old, is now at the center of a united effort to bring closure to his grieving family and ensure that those responsible for this senseless act are held accountable.
Authorities vow to keep the public informed as new developments emerge, underscoring their commitment to seeing justice served in the wake of this tragedy.
