Jomiltron Sentell Fair Jr. Obituary, Cause of Death - Grandmother Says Teen’s Fatal Bus Stop Shooting Could Have Been Prevented
GAFFNEY, S.C. — The family of Jomiltron Sentell Fair Jr. is mourning the loss of the teenager who was fatally shot while attempting to board a school bus in Gaffney, South Carolina.
Fair was shot on West Rutledge Avenue near the Granard Court apartments, where he lived, according to the coroner. He was reportedly on his way to Gaffney High School when the deadly shooting occurred.
His grandmother, Tangie Roseboro, has spoken publicly about the devastating loss and said she believes her grandson’s death could have been prevented.
“All he was trying to do was make it to Gaffney High School. And he didn’t get to make it.”
Jomiltron Sentell Fair Jr. Death
Fair’s death has deeply affected his family, classmates, friends, and the wider Gaffney community.
The teenager was reportedly preparing to begin his school day when he was approached and shot. What should have been an ordinary morning turned into a tragedy that left his loved ones facing the loss of a young life with his future still ahead of him.
For his grandmother and other relatives, the circumstances surrounding his death have made the grief especially difficult to process.
Fair’s family is now left remembering him while authorities continue the legal process surrounding the people accused in his killing.
Three Suspects Arrested
Authorities have arrested all three suspects connected to the fatal shooting, according to reports.
Those arrested include:
- Reginald Louis Barnes Jr., 17
- Keveon Ken’Dre Covington, 18
- A 16-year-old suspect
The arrests represent a significant development in the investigation into Fair’s death. The allegations against the suspects remain matters for the criminal justice system, and they are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Grandmother Speaks Out
Roseboro’s comments reflect the profound heartbreak experienced by Fair’s family.
Her statement that Jomiltron was simply trying to get to school underscores how quickly an ordinary part of a teenager’s daily routine became a fatal encounter.
For his loved ones, the loss is not only about the circumstances of the shooting but also about the future Fair will no longer have the opportunity to experience.
His classmates and members of the Gaffney community are also being left to cope with the loss of a young person who should have been preparing for another day at school.
Gaffney Community Mourns
The fatal shooting has brought grief to the community and renewed concerns about violence affecting young people.
Fair’s family, friends, classmates, educators, and neighbors are now remembering him while seeking justice and answers.
As the criminal cases move forward, the family continues to face the emotional reality of losing Jomiltron.
Jomiltron Sentell Fair Jr. will be remembered by his family, friends, classmates, and the Gaffney community. His grandmother’s words reflect the heartbreak of a family grieving a young life taken far too soon: he was simply trying to make it to school. May his loved ones find strength and comfort as they remember his life and seek justice for his death.