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Coming up immediately following the latest episode of Castle on ABC Columbia News at 11: The nearly century old airport hangar and the group motivated to breathe new life into the neglected piece of history. They hope you’ll soon join them to raise a pint to pilots of the past! ABC Columbia’s Grace Joyal has the story of the historic…

Coming Up at 6

  The wrong side of the law. Tonight on ABC Columbia News at Six….. A Richland County Deputy charged with burglary and assault. And farm wars.  More farmers speak out against the Governor’s decision to veto a bill that would aid those who lost crops during last year’s flood. Plus, you have a chance to win a golden tablet just…

Police Warning Residents of Local Phone Scam

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — The Columbia Police Department is warning of another phone scam that has targeted several residents in recent days. Officials say the scam is similar to one that was first reported in June of 2015. The scammer is reportedly posing as a law enforcement officer and telling the person that a legal matter needs to be resolved,…

Two Stabbed Following Text Message Exchange, Police Say

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – A heated text message exchange lead to two people being stabbed on Sunday, police say. According to officials with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department the victim and the suspect met in the 2100 block on Wilkinson Road around 7 p.m. During the altercation, police say when the victim turned to run, the victim was stabbed…

Sheriff’s Deputy Arrested Accused of Burglary, Domestic Violence

Sharmeen Crandell COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – A deputy with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department is finding herself on the other side of law. Sharmeen Danyelle Crandell, 41, was arrested and is charged with second degree burglary and domestic violence of a high and aggravated nature. According to a police report Crandell and a second suspect went to the victim’s apartment and…

Black Expo South brings week-long celebration to Columbia

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – The 19th Annual Columbia Black Expo South kicked-off Saturday, with a community service day. Sunday, the expo sponsored the Neo-Soul Cafe Soul Sessions at 701 Whaley. The event was a chance for artists and musicians to share their craft. Here are the other events on tap for this week: Monday: Young, Black and Talented Wednesday: Power…

Man accused of hitting motorcyclist and fleeing while driving drunk

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Columbia Police Department has arrested a man accused of driving under the influence and hitting a motorcyclist over the weekend. Christopher Nazry, 48, is charged with felony DUI and hit and run. The incident happened Saturday just before 2:30 a.m. at the intersection of Fontaine and Wilkes Roads. According to officers, preliminary information indicates that Nazry…

Suspects sought in afternoon shooting on North Main

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Columbia Police Department needs the public’s help finding the suspects in an afternoon shooting in North Columbia. The incident occurred around noon at the intersection of North Main Street and Lorick Avenue. According to witnesses, a light purple/blue colored Dodge Charger with at least three suspects inside shot at the victim’s vehicle.  The motive for the…

Club owner charged in early morning shooting in Sumter County

SUMTER COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that happened early Sunday morning at Roy’s Club in Sumter County. Deputies said it happened around 2:50 a.m. at the club on St. Paul Church Road. The 26-year-old victim had already been transported to the hospital when deputies arrived. Witnesses said he was shot by club owner,…