Two years ago, Tyler Robinson was killed outside of his home at the Lauren Ridge Apartments, and Chief Terrence Green is again asking those who have information to come forward to assist our detectives as they continue to investigate this case.

On July 9, 2022, at approximately 2:00 a.m., officers responded to a shooting call at 500 Carlen
Avenue. They found Tyler Robinson, age 29, in the outside stairway of Building 4, who had
been shot several times. Officers provided aid until Lexington County EMS arrived and
transported Tyler Robinson to the hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

Tyler Robinson had lived at the apartment complex for several months. He was also known as “T-Rob” and “T-Rob Smooth”. He was a music promoter in the greater Columbia area, active in the local music scene, and co-founder and producer at Long Money Camp.

During the investigation, detectives found evidence that several unknown subjects were involved in the shooting death of Tyler Robinson and attacked him moments after he arrived at
the apartment complex. It is believed that this was a planned event, and that Tyler Robinson was followed from a club in downtown Columbia.

After he was shot, Tyler Robinson was robbed of jewelry and a watch. The subjects burglarized
his apartment before fleeing from the scene.

“It’s been two years since Tyler Robinson was killed and I want to let his family, friends, and
those involved in his death to know that our Criminal Investigations Division continues to follow
up on new leads and that this is still a very active case.” Chief Terrence Green said, “We won’t
give up and we know that the right person will come forward with the information to bring justice
to this homicide.”

Detectives continue to search for several pieces of custom jewelry and a watch that Tyler
Robinson was believed to be wearing when he was killed, which include a gold necklace and
pendant with jewels with “Smooth” and “LMC”, two jeweled gold rings, one with “$” and the other
with “LMC”, and a jeweled gold watch.

This investigation is ongoing and anyone with information about this homicide, the subjects
involved, or the whereabouts of the missing jewelry and watch are asked to contact
Detective Corporal Kenneth Heath at 803-358-1557 or [email protected].

Those with information can also contact Midlands Crimestoppers in the following ways:
PHONE TIP – Call the toll-free number at 1-888-CRIME-SC (888-274-6372.)
WEB TIP – Go to www.midlandscrimestoppers.com and click “Submit a Tip.”
MOBILE TIP – Download the new P3 Tips app on your Apple or Android Device.
You can remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward.