Man Arrested for Fatal Shooting in Conway: Tyler Denno Charged with Murder

Conway, South Carolina – In a shocking incident, police have apprehended Tyler Denno, who is accused of fatally shooting Joe Stacy at a residence in the Conway area. Denno faces multiple charges, including murder, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, and manufacturing drugs.

According to arrest warrants, the shooting occurred on Monday at a house on Restful Lane, near Highway 701. Denno is alleged to have shot Stacy in both the head and neck. The arrest warrants detail the tragic scene, stating, “Mr. Stacy was found deceased on his kitchen floor, and the defendant was the only person in the home other than Mr. Stacy.”

Following the incident, law enforcement executed a search warrant at the residence. During the search, officers discovered a safe in Denno’s room. Inside the safe, they found a handgun. The arrest warrants further elaborate, stating, “The handgun was test-fired, and the casings from the test fire matched the casings found at the scene.” This crucial piece of evidence tied Denno directly to the crime.

Documents associated with the case indicate that Denno had exclusive access to the safe found in his bedroom. No one else in the home knew the combination to the safe, ensuring Denno’s sole control and custody over it.

In addition to the firearm, the execution of the search warrant led to the discovery of marijuana within the home. Alongside the marijuana, police also found scales and packaging materials typically used in the distribution of drugs. This finding led to further charges against Denno, highlighting the severity of the situation.

Booking records reveal that Denno was taken into custody on Monday. He is currently being held without bond, reflecting the serious nature of the charges against him. The community is in shock over the tragic death of Joe Stacy, as law enforcement continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

This case underscores the importance of thorough investigative work and the collaboration of various law enforcement agencies. The evidence collected at the scene, including the matching gun casings and the discovery of the firearm in Denno’s safe, played a pivotal role in apprehending the suspect.

The Conway Police Department urges anyone with additional information about the incident to come forward to aid in the ongoing investigation. The tragic loss of Joe Stacy has deeply affected the community, and authorities are committed to ensuring justice is served.