Victim identified in fatal collision on I 26 EB near Exit 113
Lexington County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a fatal collision on I-26 east near exit 113 on Sunday.
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Driver dead following crash with tractor-trailer in Kershaw Co.
KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — One driver has died after a wreck between a car and a tractor-trailer early Sunday. According to South Carolina Highway Patrol, a tractor-trailer and a BMW were both traveling westbound along I-20 near mile marker…
Faye Swetlik's autopsy results to be released Tuesday
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)- Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has confirmed that the autopsy of Faye Marie Swetlik was completed on Saturday. The preliminary results of that autopsy are not being released at this time out of respect for Faye’s family.…
Mom fights for SC balcony inspection law after son's death
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina senators want more information about a bill that would require state inspectors to check on wooden balconies on hotels, apartment buildings and other multifamily dwellings. Jennifer Mykytyn's son died in 2008 after he slipped…
Faye Swetlik's body escorted from MUSC to Lexington Co. by deputies
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — The body of Faye Swetlik, a 6-year-old South Carolina girl who authorities found dead on Thursday, is receiving a police escort back home. https://twitter.com/AlexisFrazierTV/status/1228756728688365573 After almost 72 hours of searching, Swetlik's body was found in the woods near…
Details in homicide of Faye Swetlik: 911 Call released by Police
CAYCE, SC (WOLO)-- The Cayce Department of Public Safety reveals new details in the murder investigation of six-year-old Faye Swetlik. They identified the man whose body was found near Faye’s Thursday as…
SC DOT: Road Closure set for Intersection in Lexington County
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)-- If your commute takes you down Devils Backbone Road , there is a traffic alert. The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is announcing a temporary road closure for Devils Backbone Road near the intersection of US…
Lawmakers discussing several options for the future of Santee Cooper
COLUMBIA, SC (AP) - Lawmakers are set to discuss the future of state-owned utility Santee Cooper next month. State senators reviewed a report by the State…
Prayer vigil for Faye Swetlik set for Saturday
Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---A local group is hosting a vigil for 6 year old Faye Swetlik Saturday February 15th. The event organizer says Faye touched a lot of lives, not only here in…
Latest Developments in Faye Swetlik case: Police link neighbor, autopsies scheduled
CAYCE, SC (WOLO)-- Cayce Police continue their investigation into the homicide of six year old Faye Swetlik. Our Tim Scott has an update from the scene. Cayce Department of Public Safety officials, on Friday,…
Talking to your kids about a young life taken too soon
Cayce, S.C. (WOLO) --- It can be tough to cope with Faye Swetlik's untimely death, especially if you have children yourself. It can also be hard to talk to them about…
Public utility's future in SC up for discussion in Legislature
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina lawmakers are getting ready for more than a dozen complex meetings over the next month as they decide what to do with state-owned utility Santee Cooper. The first meeting took place Thursday before an…
Cayce DPS releases 911 audio related to 6-year-old Faye Swetlik's death
On Friday, February 14th, the Cayce Department of Public Safety released a redacted portion of the audio from the 911 call made by Faye Swetlik's mother when she could not find the 6-year-old.
THE LATEST: Faye Swetlik found dead near her home, neighbor linked through evidence
The nation has been following the death of 6-year-old Marie Swetlik and now we're learning more about the tragic case.
Cayce Police to hold update on Faye Swetlik Case Friday
CAYCE, SC (WOLO)--Friday Cayce Police are set to hold an update on the case of Faye Swetlik. Cayce Police announced they will hold a briefing at 11:45am. ABC Columbia News will bring it to you LIVE on air and online.…
Faye Swetlik found dead, Police investigating as homicide
CAYCE, SC (WOLO)-- The investigation continues Friday as Cayce Police work to unravel the death of six year old Faye Swetlik. Cayce Police say the body of the first grader was found…
Clemson Road closed due to road widening project in Richland County
Richland County officials say Clemson Road is closed this morning due to an ongoing road construction project.
Woman identified after tree falls on vehicle on I-20 west
Lexington Coroner's Office has identified a woman that died after a tree fell on her vehicle on I-20 west.
Kershaw correctional officer charged with misconduct in office
The S.C. Department of Corrections Police Services have arrested and charged a correctional officer with misconduct in office.
How to discuss tragic events with your children
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Explaining a tragic event like the recent death of 6 year old Faye Swetlik to a child can be a…
Pence during SC visit addresses murder of Faye Swetlik: "Hug your kids today"
CHARLESTON, SC (WOLO) - During his trip to South Carolina, Vice President Mike Pence addressed the murder of Faye Swetlik. The six-year-old's body…
Cayce Police treating case as homicide: Six year old Faye Swetlik found dead
CAYCE, SC (WOLO)-- Police in Cayce say the body of six year old Faye Swetlick was found Thursday in her Churchill Heights neighborhood. Police also say they found the body of a…
Community mourns: Flowers line neighborhood where Faye Swetlik's body was found
CAYCE, SC (WOLO)-- The news of the death of six year old Faye Swetlik is reaching community members. They say nobody wanted this outcome for the sweet young girl. Our Maria Szatkowski…
Lexington police seek Target shoplifting suspect
Lexington police asked the public for help identifying a man suspected of stealing from Target.
Man faces five counts of attempted murder after firing shots at crowd
A Sumter man is facing charges after firing a handgun at multiple people on February 2.
