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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…

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…

WATCH: Officer-Involved Shooting Investigation Continues

LITTLE MOUNTAIN, S.C. (WOLO) — The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is investigating an officer-involved shooting. Police say they responded to a domestic dispute Monday night in the 2100 block of Wash Lever Road.  Officials say they found an armed man barricaded inside his home.  Authorities say they tried to negotiate with the man.  He then shot himself twice before pointing…

Watch: Jury Scam Phone Calls

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– U.S. Marshals are warning of the latest phone scam. They are warning people that there are scammers, calling “claiming” to be Marshals seeking to collect fines for missed jury duty. The Marshals office wants you to know they do not call anyone to collect money. If you get this call, hang up, and report it. Categories: Local…

Watch: Collaborating to Combat Gang Violence

Irmo, S.C. (WOLO) — 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 with tips and techniques to combat gang violence in the community and prison. Vincent Goggins, Commander of the Midlands Gang Task Force says in recent years…