Man fatally shot on Hampton Street, according to CPD

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — According to the Columbia Police Department, officers responded to reports of a shooting at the 1100 block of Hampton Street in downtown Columbia where one man had suffered a fatal gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced dead on scene.

Xavier T. Bethea was arrested and has been charged with voluntary manslaughter and possession of a weapon during  the commission of a violent crime.

Officers believe Bethea and the victim were involved in a verbal altercation before the shooting took place.

Investigators say they are continuing to interview witnesses and collect any and all necessary evidence. They also say this appears to be an isolated incident stemming from an ongoing dispute.