Crime

Dead body found in woods in Greenville, local man faces murder charges

Greenville, South Carolina – Greenville man has been arrested and charged with murder after a dead body was found in the woods near a home.

According to the officials, the man was identified as the 20-year-old Russell Wydell Gilliam. He faces possession of a weapon during a violent crime and murder charges.

Octravious Lamar Jones, 28-year-old, was the victim identified in the case.

The victim was fatally stabbed on April 17 following an argument between them earlier that day.

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