Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–A manhunt is underway for an escaped inmate in Columbia. The Department of Corrections says Eric Dickerson walked away from a work crew near Caughman Park in Columbia about 12:20 Friday afternoon. Officials say anyone with information about him should not approach him and call 911. Categories: Local News, News, Richland, State
Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO)– A spokesperson for the SC Dept. of Revenue says on Friday agents arrested a funeral home owner and charged him with operating without a retail license and tax evasion. Officials say Robert Bethea III, 66, the owner of Bethea Funeral Home in Orangeburg, attempted to evade taxes from 2011 to 2019 of approximately $98,934. Investigators also say…
Goose Creek, S.C. (WOLO)–Authorities are searching for an endangered person from Goose Creek. According to SLED 79-year-old Leonard John Sparks went missing around 2:45 pm on Christmas Eve. Authorities say he was last seen at Food Lion on St. James Avenue in Goose Creek wearing a green jacket and dark colored pants. Authorities say he may be traveling in a…
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)– Sumter Police have released a sketch of a possible armed robbery suspect. Investigators say the suspect is believed to have robbed a pizza deliveryman at gunpoint on Thursday. No injuries were reported. If you know who he is… call Crimestoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC. Categories: Local News, News, Sumter
We have a crew headed to the scene of a shooting near Monticello Road.
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Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Columbia police say a cab driver was shot and killed Sunday night. Police say it happened on Brookridge Dr. around 10pm Dec. 15th. Investigators say the victim was shot while working for the Checker Yellow Cab Company. The victim’s identity has not yet been released. If you have any information on this incident call the Columbia Police…
South Carolina Department of Corrections Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– A corrections officer in Columbia is accused of opening an inmate’s cell, allowing other inmates inside to assault him. Alicia Smith is charged with accessory before the fact and felony misconduct in office. Smith was a sergeant at Broad River Correctional Institute. A spokesperson for the Department of Corrections says Smith was…
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)–An 18 month long investigation by both the Sumter Police Department and Sheriff’s Office lead to 18 indictments on federal drug charges. Investigators say 18 men were indicted on conspiracy and drug distribution charges as part of “Operation Stash and Wedge”. Authorities say the suspects were high-ranking gang members tied to violence. Deputies say more arrests are expected…
