Update: 2 arrested for hammer, shooting death in Orangeburg
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WOLO) – Orangeburg Department of Public Safety arrested two people connected to a homicide in February 2018.
Officials say Tyekiva Harvin, 18, was captured Friday, March 22.
According to the Times and Democrat, Harvin appeared in the Orangeburg Municipal Court Saturday for an arraignment hearing on the murder of Bobby Huggins, 68.
Times and Democrat says the judge denied Harvin’s bond, which can be considered by a circuit court judge at a later time.
According to officials, on February 10, Harvin is accused of attacking Huggins with a hammer.
Authorities say Harvin was homeless at the time.
Orangeburg County deputies say James Whaley, Jr., 25, allegedly fatally shot Huggins after the attack.
Investigators say he’s charged with murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.
Both are being held at the Orangeburg County Detention Center.