Author: ABC Columbia Staff

Human remains found in Forest Acres are identified

The Forest Acres Police release the identity of body found in a wooded area

Image: ABC Columbia File Richland Co., SC (WOLO) — Monday night the Forest Acres Police released the identity of the human remains found in a wooded area over the weekend. According to the Richland County Coroner, the remains have been identified as those of 43 year old Devin Alan Herlong of Columbia. Forest Acres Police were called to a location…

Student accused of bringing gun to Richland Northeast H.S.

The student was arrested by RCSD Monday afternoon, facing multiple charges

(Courtesy: RCSD/Twitter) Richland Co., SC (WOLO) — The Richland County Sheriff’s Department has arrested Richland Northeast High School student accused of bringing a gun to school. According to authorities, students told a teacher that a student was carrying a firearm on school grounds. Deputies say the teacher immediately notified members of the school administration. A School Resource Officer (SRO) was…

Celebrate black business day in West Columbia

The City plans announces February 12th as black business day celebration

West Columbia, SC (WOLO) — This lack history month West Columbia is announcing February 12th as black business day celebration in the City. The city tells us black business owners account for roughly 2.6 million of U.S. businesses, and about 30% of all minority-owned businesses. You’re encouraged to recognize the contributions, achievements and influences made by African Americans in the…

Lexington PD looking for suspected shoplifter

Police say the man seen in the image is accused of stealing two presser washers

Image: Lexington PD Lexington, SC (WOLO) — Lexington Police need your help identifying this man on your screen — take a look. Officers tell us he’s accused of stealing two separate pressure washers valued at nearly $500 dollars from Lowe’s Home Improvement in the Town of Lexington. It happened earlier this month on the 1st of February. Authorities say he…