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Sumter police searching for sexual assault suspect

Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)–Police in Sumter are searching for a man in connection to a brutal assault and rape of a woman on September 10th. Investigators say Demetrick Nelson asked the woman, who he knew, for money. When she declined, police say Nelson sexually assaulted and repeatedly beat her. If you know where Nelson is call the Sumter Police Department or…

Social Security checks to rise 9% in 2023

Some good news for retirees who get social security—there will be about $150 extra in each month's check next year.

Some good news for retirees who get social security—there will be about $150 extra in each month’s check next year.

Richland Co. Deputies seeking burglary suspect

Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)– Richland Co. deputies are searching for a man they say was caught on camera during a burglary attempt. Investigators say on September 26th the man seen in the surveillance video broke into Koosa Golf on Two Notch Rd. Deputies say he may have also broken into another commercial building on October 3rd. If you recognize the…

Teen arrested in Keenan HS threat

FILE Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)– Sheriff Leon Lott says a Keenan High School student has been arrested for making a threat against the school over the phone. Investigators say on October 11th school administrators received a phone call around 10:15 wherein the caller said there would be a shooting on campus. Deputies say the threat was investigated and determined to…