ROME, Ga. — A quiet stretch of North Broad Street turned into a crime scene just after midnight, when gunfire cut through the night and left a young man fighting for his life.
Police say officers rushed to the Family Dollar on North Broad Street NE around 12:42 a.m. after several emergency calls reported shots being fired. When they arrived, they found 22-year-old Chance Donaldson lying wounded. The scene was tense and chaotic, with first responders moving quickly to stabilize him.
Donaldson, known to many as “TrenxhLiving,” was transported to a nearby hospital. Despite efforts to save him, he later died from his injuries. His death has left a deep void among friends, family, and a community now searching for answers.
Investigators worked through the early morning hours, combing the area for evidence. Authorities say they have collected key materials from the scene and are actively following several leads. Still, no arrests have been announced, and the case remains open.
Police believe multiple people were nearby when the shooting happened. They are urging anyone who may have seen something, no matter how small, to step forward. Detectives say even a brief video clip or a single detail could help piece together what led to the deadly encounter.
For many in Rome, the loss hits hard. A young life, just 22 years old, ended in a moment of violence that no one saw coming. Friends describe Donaldson as someone with presence and energy, a name people recognized and remembered.
As the investigation continues, authorities are asking the public to come forward with any information. For now, the city is left grieving, holding onto memories of Chance Donaldson while waiting for justice to take shape.
