News Summary
Spartanburg is facing the tragic reality of unsolved murders as two families plead for community assistance. Markeith Tracy and Sharon Bryant lost their lives to violent acts years ago, and both families are calling for information that could lead to arrests. The Spartanburg Police Department is actively encouraging the public to come forward with any tips regarding these cases, which remain cold despite the passage of time.
Spartanburg is grappling with the unresolved murders of two local residents, as highlighted in the latest episode of Unsolved Upstate. Families of the victims are urging the community for assistance in solving these cases, which remain cold despite the passage of time.
The first case involves Markeith Tracy, a 23-year-old father who was shot to death on October 6, 2015, shortly after 1:15 AM on Carlisle Street. Eyewitnesses reported seeing a black, single-cab pickup truck with tinted windows and a noticeable rear visor in the vicinity of the crime scene. Unfortunately, Spartanburg Police do not possess any solid leads, and the motive behind Tracy’s murder remains unclear. Tracy’s mother, Donna Tracy, has expressed her heartache over the loss of her son, highlighting the difficulty of living without him for nearly a decade.
Markeith was known for his kindness and generosity, making the pain of his absence even more profound for his family and friends. Donna noted that Markeith would have turned 33 years old this July, a milestone he will never reach due to this tragic event.
The second case under scrutiny is that of Sharon Bryant, a 50-year-old mother whose life was cut short when she was found beaten to death in her home on South Center Street on February 9, 2010. Sharon’s daughter, Adrienne Bryant, discovered her mother’s lifeless body, recounting the chilling experience of entering their cold home. Law enforcement officials have determined that Sharon Bryant’s death was not the result of a random break-in, as there were no signs of forced entry or theft. This has led investigators to suspect that the murderer may have known Sharon personally or may have specifically targeted her.
Adrienne has voiced the profound impact her mother’s murder has had on their family, a pain that has lingered for more than 15 years. Both families are appealing to the local community, urging anyone with information regarding the murders of Markeith Tracy or Sharon Bryant to step forward. The Spartanburg Police Department is offering cash rewards for tips that lead to arrests in both cases, encouraging residents to report any relevant information anonymously.
In 2021, Spartanburg Police documented eight homicides resulting in eleven deaths, emphasizing that while some cases have been solved, several—including Tracy’s and Bryant’s—remain open and unsolved. The community is reminded that they have the option to submit tips either to Crime Stoppers or directly to the Spartanburg Police Department, which has been proactive in seeking assistance for ongoing investigations.
The ongoing efforts to solve these tragedies have drawn attention from the public, particularly through the latest episode of Unsolved Upstate, where both cases have been featured as part of the ongoing campaign to bring closure to grieving families. The episode is currently available on local broadcasting platforms, as well as streaming on WSPA+.
Community involvement is crucial in the pursuit of justice for Markeith Tracy and Sharon Bryant. As both families continue to seek answers, city officials and law enforcement hope that renewed attention will reignite interest from the public in these heartbreaking cases.
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Additional Resources
- WSPA: New Unsolved Upstate Episode
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- Wikipedia: Cold Case
- Google Search: Spartanburg homicides
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