Author: Rob Dew

Columbia 18th in STD’s per capita

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–According to data released by the Centers for Disease Control, and compiled by the web site, innerbody.com Columbia is number 18 in the number of sexually transmitted per 100K people. The study included cases of HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. According to the website Columbia has 1.390 cases of STDs per 100,000. Charleston, Myrtle Beach, and Greenville also…

Surveillance video released of tornado striking high school

Kershaw Co., S.C. (WOLO)– Friday afternoon Kershaw Co. School District released surveillance video taken throughout the school of the EF2 tornado that tore through north central high school late Saturday night. No one was hurt. District officials tell us however that it could be years before students can return to the school.     Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features, Kershaw,…

Police: SUV sought in hit and run

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–Columbia police are searching for a car they believe was involved in a recent hit and run. Investigators say a a white or light-colored newer model, mid-size SUV hit a man who was walking on West Beltline Blvd. just before midnight on January, 9th. Police say the victim was taken to the hospital with serious injuries. If you…

Survey: SC smokers spend $1.2 million on habit in lifetime

Washington, D.C. (WOLO)–The average smoker in South Carolina spends more than $1.2 million on the habit in their lifetime. That is according to a survey released today by wallethub.com. The tally includes things like the cost of cigarettes, healthcare, and lost income. The number breaks down to more than $24,000 a year. According to the study, South Carolina’s total is…

Possum attack investigation inconclusive

Photo courtesy: Wildlife Rehab of Greenville Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–Officials with the department of natural resources say their investigation into an injured possum was inconclusive. Investigators say they were following up on allegations posted on social media that the animal was severely beaten with a golf club. Officials say an examination by a local veterinarian could not yield a conclusive determination…

Christmas party shooting ruled self defense

Photo courtesy: LPD Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)– Police in Lexington say a deadly shooting outside a Christmas party was in self defense. Investigators say on December 20th Wesley Warren-Camp was shot and killed outside of the party on Gantt St. during a fight. Police say Warren-Camp and his father were assaulting a man when that man was then able to grab…

Soldier dies at Ft. Jackson

Ft. Jackson, S.C. (WOLO)–Officials at Fort Jackson say an Army National Guard soldier has died. A spokesperson for the base says the 19 year old from Minnesota was found unresponsive Wednesday morning. The soldier’s name is being withheld until the family is notified. Army officials say an investigation into the death is underway. Categories: Local News, News, Richland

Deputies seek suspect following high-speed chase

Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)– Richland Co. deputies are looking for a suspect they say fled a traffic stop Monday afternoon. Investigators say around 3:00 p.m., a deputy tried to stop a car on Sprott St. for a traffic violation. Deputies say the driver stopped and as they approached two suspects ran from the car. According to investigators the 17 year…