Newberry County Sheriff searching for attempted murder suspect

Newberry County, S.C. (WOLO) – The Newberry County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a suspect wanted for attempted murder.

Officials say, Matthew LeGrande Jackson, 28, is wanted after he allegedly cut and stabbed a man on Sunset Rd. in Prosperity on Wednesday night just before 8:30 p.m.

According to the Sheriff, there had been an argument between Jackson and the victim earlier that day.

The victim was transported to Newberry Hospital and then to a Columbia area hospital for his injuries.

Jackson is described as a white male who is 5’11” 160 pounds. He has blonde hair and blue eyes. He is blind in his left eye. Jackson should be considered armed and dangerous.