2nd person arrested in connection with Nearview Avenue homicide case

An investigation revealed that Semieon Helton-Hill was the driver of the suspect’s vehicle during the murder that happened in the 1700 block of Nearview Avenue on November 11. (Photo: RCSD)

Richland County Sheriff's Dept.

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)– Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says a second person has been arrested in connection with a homicide that happened on Nearview Avenue.

An investigation revealed that Semieon Helton-Hill was the driver of the suspect’s vehicle during the murder that happened in the 1700 block of Nearview Avenue on November 11.

Law enforcement say Helton-Hill drove away from the scene after Jordan Lemmon fatally shot 18-year-old Dion Briggs who was attempting to purchase a firearm from Lemmon.

Early Wednesday morning, November 19, Helton-Hill was located by RCSD’s Fugitive Task Force in Sumter at a family member’s home and taken into custody.

Investigators say during a search of the home, deputies located two firearms, and one of them is reported as stolen.

Helton-Hill was taken back to Richland County and booked at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center.

He is charged with murder and criminal conspiracy, and is awaiting a bond hearing.

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