The Anderson, South Carolina, community is mourning the death of Athomas Raqueen Lewis, 33, who died after suffering multiple stab wounds during an altercation on North Hammett Street late Wednesday night, September 16, 2026.
According to information released by the Anderson County Coroner’s Office, emergency responders were called shortly before 11 p.m. after receiving a report of a stabbing.
Lewis was found suffering from multiple stab wounds and was transported to AnMed Health, where he later died from his injuries.
The coroner’s office classified his death as a homicide, while authorities continue investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal stabbing.
What Happened on North Hammett Street?
The incident occurred late Wednesday night on North Hammett Street in Anderson, South Carolina.
Emergency dispatch received a call shortly before 11 p.m. reporting that a person had been stabbed. First responders arrived and found Lewis with multiple stab wounds.
He was treated at the scene before being transported to the hospital, where he ultimately succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators said the preliminary information indicates that Lewis had been involved in a verbal altercation that escalated into a stabbing.
The precise circumstances leading to the confrontation remain under investigation.
Athomas Raqueen Lewis Dies at 33
Lewis was 33 years old at the time of his death.
His passing has brought attention to a fatal incident that began with an apparent argument and escalated into deadly violence.
At this stage, publicly available reports have provided limited biographical information about Lewis beyond his age and connection to Anderson, South Carolina. Information about his occupation, education, family and personal interests has not been established in the available reports.
Athomas Raqueen Lewis Obituary Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full name | Athomas Raqueen Lewis |
| Age | 33 |
| Residence | Anderson, South Carolina |
| Date of incident | September 16, 2026 |
| Location | North Hammett Street, Anderson, SC |
| Incident | Fatal stabbing |
| Injuries | Multiple stab wounds |
| Hospital | AnMed Health |
| Cause of death | Multiple stab wounds |
| Manner of death | Homicide |
| Circumstances | Verbal altercation reportedly escalated into stabbing |
| Suspect | Investigation ongoing |
| Arrest status | Person of interest reported in custody in initial reporting |
| Investigation | Ongoing |
Homicide Investigation Underway
Authorities are continuing to investigate Lewis’s death.
Initial information indicated that a person of interest was taken into custody, while later reporting stated that a suspect had not yet been publicly identified. Investigators are working to establish the events leading up to the altercation and determine whether additional individuals were involved.
The investigation involves the Anderson County Office of the Coroner and the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office.
As investigators gather evidence and interview witnesses, additional information about the circumstances of the stabbing and any potential criminal charges may become available.
Remembering Athomas Raqueen Lewis
The circumstances surrounding Lewis’s death have left a South Carolina community confronting the loss of a 33-year-old Anderson man.
While the initial reports focus primarily on the fatal stabbing and ongoing investigation, more personal information about Lewis’s life may become available through family members or an official obituary.
Any future memorial announcement may provide additional details about the person Lewis was, his relationships, accomplishments and the memories he leaves with those who knew him.
Funeral and Memorial Information
No confirmed funeral, visitation or memorial-service arrangements were included in the initial reports concerning Lewis’s death.
Information about services should be confirmed through his family or an authorized funeral home if and when arrangements are announced.
For now, the investigation remains active as authorities work to establish the full circumstances surrounding the North Hammett Street stabbing.
Disclaimer
This obituary-style report is based on information released about the September 16, 2026 fatal stabbing in Anderson, South Carolina. Details may change as the homicide investigation continues. The family and authorized representatives have the sole right to release or amend official obituary, funeral and memorial information. Any criminal allegations remain subject to the legal process.