Suspect Sought In Car Break-In
Several cars were broken into in areas off Augusta Road and authorities are warning residents to keep their valuables out of sight.
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WATCH: First Female Officer Honored
Click here to see the emotional speech from the first woman sworn to serve and protect the Capital City as she was recognized for being a law enforcement trailblazer.
WATCH: Wednesday Morning Menu
Click here to watch your Wednesday Morning Menu to find out everything from back to school events taking place around town and more.
WATCH: Eliza O’Neill’s Family Expresses Hope, Excitement Post-Treatment
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Just shy of two years in seclusion, and Eliza O’Neill’s family received the news they’d been waiting by the phone for. Their daughter, who has Sanfilippo Syndrome, became the first person in the world to be treated as part of a clinical trial. The Forest Acres family’s story has been closely followed around the world. “Since…
Watch: Midlands Gang Conference Continues
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–A Three Day Gang Conference is underway in Irmo. Monday marked the start to the Department of Corrections annual conference on gang violence. Law enforcement agencies from across the state gathered at Midlands Technical College for three days filled of conversation about gang prevention in the Midlands and across the state. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Crime, Gangs,…
Sheriff: Veteran With PTSD Committed “Suicide by Cop”
Little Mountain, S.C. (WOLO) — Richland County Coroner Gary Watts has identified than man involved in Monday’s officer involved shooting as James W. Jennings Jr. According to Watts, autopsy results show Jennings died of multiple gunshot wounds to the upper body including one that was self inflicted. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott tells ABC Columbia, Monday evening deputies responded to…
Coroner Identifies Suspect in Officer Involved Shooting in Richland County
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Breaking- Richland County Coroner Gary Watts has identified the suspect in an officer involved shooting from Monday Night. Watts says James W. Jennings, Jr. of Wash Lever Road, Little Mountain, SC, was transported by Richland County EMS to Palmetto Health Richland Hospital where he died at 9:45 p.m. An autopsy conducted indicated that Mr. Jennings died from…
Watch: Columbia Police Arrest Armed Robbery Assault Suspect
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Columbia Police say they have arrested a suspect wanted for armed robbery and assault. Police say Jonathan Craft is facing multiple charges, including armed robbery and kidnapping. According to officials, last month Craft, along with another suspect, forced themselves into a home off Adger Road. Officials say one suspect held a woman down while the other went…
No Further Action Taken Against RCSD Deputy Who Allegedly Removed Campaign Signs
The case against a Richland County Sheriff’s Department captain accused of removing campaign signs, has been closed.
WATCH: SC State Fair Concert Series
Columbia, S.C (WOLO) — The South Carolina State Fair may still be a month and three days away, but who’s counting? The fun at the State Fairgrounds is on it’s way back to the Capital city and this year there’s a musical line up sure to attract as many crowds as the games and rides. Tuesday Morning organizers released their…
