Greenville is mourning the loss of 26-year-old Jacquaveus Suggs following a fatal stabbing that occurred Tuesday afternoon at an apartment complex on Patton Circle. The incident has left family, friends, and neighbors struggling to process a life taken far too soon.
Greenville Police say officers were dispatched to the 700 block of Patton Circle shortly before 4:30 p.m. after receiving reports of a domestic disturbance involving a stabbing. When officers arrived, they found Suggs with critical injuries. Despite life-saving efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities have charged 22-year-old Jaliyah Archer with an open count of murder in connection with Suggs’ death. Police confirmed that Suggs and Archer were in a dating relationship and lived together at the apartment where the incident occurred. Archer was taken into custody without incident, and investigators have stated there is no threat to the public.
The loss has sent shockwaves through the Greenville community. Loved ones describe Suggs as a young man whose presence mattered — someone remembered for his relationships, shared experiences, and the bonds he formed with those around him. His death has left a deep void for family and friends who are now navigating profound grief.
Detectives continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the stabbing. Police say more details may be released as the investigation moves forward and are asking anyone with information related to the case to contact the Greenville Police Department.
As the community reflects on the tragedy, the incident has renewed conversations about domestic safety and the importance of recognizing and addressing conflict before it turns deadly. Local leaders and residents alike are encouraging compassion, vigilance, and mutual support during this difficult time.
Jacquaveus Suggs is remembered not only for the tragic way his life ended, but for the life he lived — and for the love and memories he leaves behind in the hearts of those who knew him.