Newberry County Coroner Laura Kneece released the name of a 76-year-old man who was killed in a single vehicle collision in the Pomaria area on Friday.
"The Newberry community has been deeply impacted by this weekendโs events, which has led to the loss of four young lives.ย No parent, friend, teacher is ever prepared to face a tragedy like this.ย I want to thank the local law enforcement agencies for their work and support and weย will continue to work with them to make certain our schools are safe and secure."
Newberry County Coroner Laura Kneece released the names of four people who were killed in two weekend shooting incidents that took place within hours of each other.ย
The Newberry County Sheriff's Office says a man is facing several charges after a traffic stop led to the discovery of drugs as well as stolen catalytic converters and a pressure washer.ย
Law enforcement agencies across the state are encouraging South Carolinians to participate in Drug Take Back Day this weekend. It's a chance for residents to safely get rid of their unwanted and unused medications to help prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths.