Author: Alexis Frazier

Preliminary autopsy results indicates “No Obvious Foul Play” in Lexington woman’s death

Source: Facebook LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The Lexington County Coroner said there is no obvious indications of foul play during the preliminary autopsy conducted on a 20-year-old woman who was found dead in a wooded area. Kyrstin Star Blackburn was found dead on Friday (June 1,2018) in a wooded area off of Platt Springs Road after being reported missing. Coroner Margaret Fisher…

Gaston man charged with 3 counts of attempted murder after throwing rock-like materials off I-26

LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- A Gaston man is facing three counts of attempted murder after throwing large pieces of rock-like material at cars on the highway. Tyler Chase Loyd, 20, threw objects at three transfer trucks near exit 119 on I-26 during the early morning hours of May 12, detectives said. One of the objects crashed through a windshield and…

LOOK! Forward Photography Exhibit Opening This Weekend

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Family Connection of South Carolina is partnering with Richland Library for it’s Look! Forward Photography Exhibit. The exhibit showcases the beauty and strength of 49 children, teens and young adults who are living rich, full lives despite their disability or special healthcare need. Orgainizers says each photo tells a unique story. The exhibit will run from June 2nd…

Fallen soldiers remembered at Memorial Day Ceremony

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) – Today dozens of people gathered at the Vietnam Memorial Park in observance of the countless South Carolina men and women who lost their lives in the line of duty. One woman, Diane Rawl, lost her son Lt. Ryan Rawl 6 years ago in Afghanistan due to a suicide bomber. Rawl said, “Every day is Memorial Day for…

Pedestrian killed in Orangeburg County hit-and-run crash

ORANGEBURG COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- A pedestrian was struck and killed Saturday morning in Orangeburg County, officials said. It happened around 1:40 a.m. on Ellis Avenue near Redmond Street. Troopers say the driver of a possible 2008-2014 Dodge Challenger was traveling West on Ellis Avenue when they struck the pedestrian and left the scene. This hit and run is under investigation. Anyone…

Orangeburg Teen Accused of Shooting at Deputies Arrested

ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO)-Deputies say they arrested an 18-year-old who was wanted for shooting at law enforcement last week. Derian James was arrested around 2 p.m. Friday after authorities say they developed information that led to a possible location where James may be hiding. A task force found James at a residence in the Eutawville area. “This was a great, great effort by…

One of 3 Escaped inmates Captured in Lexington

ORANGBURG COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- One of the three inmates who escaped from the detention center has been captured. “Christopher Boltin was taken into custody in Lexington County by sheriff’s deputies in that jurisdiction,” Sheriff Leroy Ravenell said. “He will be returned to Orangeburg and put back in jail to await his court hearing. We will now focus on the remaining…