Sumter PD: Man out on bond for stalking and assault facing additional charge
The Sumter Police Department says who is out on bond for stalking and assault charges now faces an additional stalking charge after he threatened the same victim.
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Sumter County deputies searching for teen who ran away from home last month
Sumter County deputies are searching for a 16-year-old who ran away from home this month.
Local Living: Swan Lake Fantasy of Lights in Sumter, Carolina Lights at the State Fairgrounds and more!
Local Living: Swan Lake Fantasy of Lights in Sumter, Carolina Lights at the State Fairgrounds and more!
Sumter PD: Woman arrested in connection with the death of a toddler in her care
The Sumter Police Department says a woman has been charged in connection with the death of a toddler that was left in her care.
'Large, pink & elusive:' S. Carolina police seek ruinous pig
Authorities in South Carolina are on the hunt for a pig they say has been "wreaking havoc'' in people's yards.
SCSO: Deputies investigating apparent dog attack that killed a woman
Deputies with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they are investigating after a 60-year-old woman died of an apparent dog attack.
GUNS IN SCHOOLS: Richland Two partners with other school districts and agencies for gun safety initiative
“We can put up metal detectors and create all kinds of policies and procedures. At the end of the day, if it is just us involved in that effort, we won’t be successful."
SCSO: Deputies looking for man accused of choking victim and swinging sword at her
Deputies say the suspect is accused of hitting and choking a woman, as well as swinging a sword at the woman and a 16-year-old girl.
Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health suspend COVID-19 vaccine requirement for employees
Two Midlands hospital systems announced they'll no longer require their employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Sumter PD: Three men charged in connection with HVAC unit theft
The Sumter Police Department says three men have been arrested in connection with the theft and attempted theft of multiple HVAC units from businesses.
SCSO: Man charged with the shooting death of his girlfriend
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a man is charged with the shooting death of his girlfriend after turning himself in yesterday.
SCSO: Sumter man accused of kicking and choking victim in front of her children
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says deputies arrested a man accused of kicking a female in the stomach and choking her in front of her children.
SCSO: Man arrested for stolen firearm after child brings gun to school
Sumter County deputies arrested a man after a child brought a handgun to school on Thursday.
SCSO: Man wanted on domestic violence and kidnapping charges
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says deputies are looking for a man wanted on domestic violence and kidnapping charges.
Sumter PD: One man arrested, another wanted for fatal shooting earlier this month
The Sumter Police Department says one man is in custody and another is still wanted in connection with a fatal shooting earlier this month.
SCSO: Search warrant leads to multiple drug and firearm charges
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says investigators seized cocaine, crack, marijuana and a firearm while executing a search warrant at a residence on Furman Field Road.
SC health experts recommend Pfizer vaccine for children ages 5 to 11 after CDC approval
Pediatricians urge parents to consult medical professionals if they have questions instead of the internet or social media.
Sumter PD seeking information leading to the arrest of man wanted for manslaughter
The Sumter Police Department says a cash reward may be available for information leading to the arrest of a man wanted for manslaughter.
SC Governor proposes infrastructure spending to help rural areas
“Water and sewer capacity is a critical factor when a business is deciding where to locate and make a significant investment. This leaves most rural counties with no real opportunity," said Gov. Henry McMaster.
