GREENWOOD, SC — A devastating tragedy has left the Greenwood community reeling after a pregnant mother and her 3-year-old son were found dead inside their home on Greenway Street. The victims have been identified by family members as 33-year-old Ayerionna Clay, known by her birth name Karon Karter, and her young son, Carter. Clay was also pregnant with a baby boy, a heartbreaking detail confirmed by her grieving sister.
The Greenwood Police Department responded to the residence after concerned relatives requested a welfare check. Upon arrival, officers made the grim discovery of both victims deceased inside the home. While officials have yet to release an official cause of death pending autopsy results, authorities have confirmed that the case is being investigated as a double homicide.
This deeply tragic incident has shocked neighbors, friends, and loved ones who remember Ayerionna as a loving mother, a devoted sister, and a bright presence in the lives of all who knew her. Her son Carter, described as full of joy and energy, was just beginning his life. The fact that she was also expecting another child has added an even more profound layer of sorrow to an already unbearable loss.
“Ayerionna was the kind of person who lit up a room with her smile,” her sister shared through tears. “She loved her children more than anything in this world, and she was so excited to welcome her new baby. We can’t understand how something so evil could happen to someone so full of love.”
Investigators are currently following leads and have urged anyone with information to come forward. The Greenwood Police Department, along with state law enforcement resources, is working tirelessly to bring answers and justice to the family.
Community members have begun to gather in mourning, leaving flowers, candles, and stuffed animals outside the home in honor of the young lives taken far too soon. A vigil is being planned in the coming days as friends and neighbors come together to support the family and reflect on the lives of Ayerionna and her children.
The tragic loss has sparked renewed conversations around domestic violence and safety, especially for women and children. Local organizations have stepped up to offer support, counseling, and resources for those struggling in silence.
As the investigation continues, the family of Ayerionna Clay and Carter are asking for privacy, prayers, and support during this unimaginable time. A GoFundMe has been established to help cover funeral expenses and support the family as they navigate this profound loss.
This tragedy is a stark reminder of how fragile life can be and how deeply violence can scar a community. The memory of Ayerionna, her son Carter, and her unborn baby will live on in the hearts of all who loved them—and in a community that now mourns not just their passing, but the future they never had the chance to live.
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