Taniya Hall Killed, Marvin Edmond Charged with Murder in Columbia Shooting at The New Ole Place on Two Notch Road – Second Victim Critically Injured.
A tragic shooting at The New Ole Place has left the Columbia community mourning the loss of 24-year-old Taniya Hall while authorities continue investigating the violent overnight incident that injured several others.
According to the Columbia Police Department, officers responded to reports of an active shooter situation at the business on Two Notch Road during the overnight hours. Investigators said a dispute inside the venue escalated into gunfire, turning what had been a crowded social gathering into a chaotic and deadly scene.
Authorities confirmed that Taniya Hall was fatally shot during the incident. Emergency responders rushed victims from the scene for treatment, but Hall succumbed to her injuries. Police also stated that two adult women suffered critical injuries in the shooting, while an adult male sustained injuries described as non-life-threatening.
Officials later identified 33-year-old Marvin Edmond as the suspect in the case. According to police, Edmond has been charged with murder, two counts of attempted murder, and multiple firearms-related offenses in connection with the shooting. He is currently being held as the investigation continues.
The shooting has sent shockwaves throughout Columbia and the broader Midlands region, particularly among those who knew Taniya personally. Friends and loved ones describe her as a vibrant and caring young woman whose life was cut tragically short by senseless violence.
Community members have continued sharing condolences, prayers, and tributes in her memory while also expressing concern over the growing impact of gun violence in public gathering spaces and nightlife venues. Many have emphasized that families and friends are now left grieving a devastating loss that should never have happened.
Investigators with the Columbia Police Department and the Richland County Coroner’s Office continue reviewing evidence, witness statements, and surveillance footage to determine the full sequence of events that led to the deadly shooting.
As loved ones mourn and survivors continue recovering from their injuries, Taniya Hall will be remembered not for the violence that ended her life, but for the relationships she built, the joy she brought to others, and the lasting impact she made on those who knew and loved her.