The Greenville, South Carolina, community is mourning the deaths of Angel Micquel Patterson, 26, and Kimyetta Aaliy Melton, 23, two young women whose lives ended in a fatal shooting at a residence in Greenville.
The Greenville County Coroner’s Office identified both women after authorities were called to a home at Briargate Place following concerns from family members who had been unable to reach them.
Authorities later determined that the deaths were connected and officially classified the case as a murder-suicide.
What Happened to Angel Micquel Patterson and Kimyetta Aaliy Melton?
Greenville police were called to the Briargate Place residence on September 14, 2026, after family members requested a welfare check.
When officers entered the residence, they found two women suffering from gunshot wounds. Both were pronounced dead at the scene.
The women were identified as Angel Micquel Patterson, 26, and Kimyetta Aaliy Melton, 23. Both had been living at the residence where they were found.
The investigation initially remained active as authorities worked to establish what had happened inside the home.
Coroner Rules Deaths a Murder-Suicide
The Greenville County Coroner’s Office later concluded that Patterson died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, while Melton died from multiple gunshot wounds.
Patterson’s manner of death was ruled a suicide, while Melton’s was ruled a homicide.
The findings led authorities to classify the deaths as a murder-suicide.
Officials have not publicly released a detailed explanation of what led to the shooting or what circumstances preceded the deaths.
Angel Micquel Patterson Remembered
Angel Micquel Patterson was 26 years old at the time of her death.
Her death has left family members and those who knew her facing the sudden loss of a young woman whose life ended in tragic circumstances.
While the circumstances surrounding her death are now known to investigators, many personal details about Patterson’s life, career, education, relationships and interests have not been publicly released.
Those details are expected to remain with her family and loved ones unless they choose to share them publicly.
Kimyetta Aaliy Melton Remembered
Kimyetta Aaliy Melton was 23 years old.
Melton’s death was ruled a homicide after the coroner determined that she suffered multiple gunshot wounds.
Her death has also brought grief to relatives, friends and others who knew her.
At this stage, publicly available information does not provide a complete biography of Melton, including her occupation, education or other personal details. Those aspects of her life should not be assumed or reported without confirmation from her family or other reliable records.
Families and Community Left Grieving
The deaths have deeply affected the families of both women.
Family members were seen at the scene following the discovery, with relatives grieving as investigators worked to understand the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Neighbors also described the incident as shocking and unusual for the residential area.
The case has underscored the profound impact that sudden violence can have not only on families but also on people living in the surrounding community.
Investigation Into the Greenville Deaths
Although the coroner has classified the deaths as a murder-suicide, Greenville Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Authorities are expected to examine the events leading up to the deaths and any additional evidence that could help explain what happened inside the residence.
Officials have not publicly established a broader threat to the Greenville community in connection with the case.
No additional suspect has been identified in the publicly available information because investigators determined that Patterson’s death was a suicide.
Angel Micquel Patterson and Kimyetta Aaliy Melton Death Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Angel Micquel Patterson | 26 years old |
| Kimyetta Aaliy Melton | 23 years old |
| Location | Greenville, South Carolina |
| Residence | Briargate Place |
| Date discovered | September 14, 2026 |
| Angel Patterson’s cause of death | Self-inflicted gunshot wound |
| Patterson’s manner of death | Suicide |
| Kimyetta Melton’s cause of death | Multiple gunshot wounds |
| Melton’s manner of death | Homicide |
| Official classification | Murder-suicide |
| Investigation | Greenville Police and Greenville County Coroner’s Office |
| Funeral arrangements | Not publicly confirmed |
Funeral and Memorial Information
Funeral, visitation and memorial arrangements for Angel Micquel Patterson and Kimyetta Aaliy Melton had not been publicly confirmed in the information available at the time of publication.
Such arrangements are typically announced by family members or the funeral homes handling the services.
Friends and community members are encouraged to respect the privacy of both families as they process the loss of their loved ones.
Latest Update
The Greenville County Coroner’s Office has officially identified the two women as Angel Micquel Patterson, 26, and Kimyetta Aaliy Melton, 23.
The coroner determined that Patterson died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound and that Melton died from multiple gunshot wounds. Their deaths have been classified as a murder-suicide.
Greenville Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the deaths. Additional information may become available as the investigation progresses and as the families decide whether to release further details.
Disclaimer
This article is based on information publicly available regarding the deaths of Angel Micquel Patterson and Kimyetta Aaliy Melton. Details surrounding the incident, investigation, funeral arrangements and personal lives may be updated as additional information becomes available. Funeral and memorial information should be confirmed through the families or the funeral home handling the arrangements. The families have the sole right to determine which personal details, photographs and memorial information they wish to release publicly. Readers are encouraged to respect their privacy and allow the families time to grieve.