Columbia Police Department

Columbia Police to Host Art Exhibit at First Thursday on Main

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Artwork by the men and women in Blue will take center stage Thursday night. The Columbia Police Department will help host its’ first Art Exhibit at First Thursday on Main. According to Columbia Police officials, the art exhibit is in collaboration with Benson Artworks as part of the First Thursday on Main event in July. The exhibit…

Columbia Police Investigate Shooting on North Main Street

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Columbia Police are investigating a shooting on North Main Street Thursday night. According to officials, it happened just before 8pm at 6102 North Main Street. Police say one man was injured in the foot during the shooting, which may have happened due to an argument. The investigation is ongoing say police. If you have any information call Crimestoppers…

CPD Traffic Unit Investigating Motorcycle Collision

COLUMBIA , SC (WOLO)– The Columbia Police Department’s Traffic Safety unit is investigating a collision involving a motorcycle. Columbia Police say the crash happened late Wednesday in the 3600 block of Broad River road. According to police, there were two passengers on the Motorcycle and two in the car. Police say they believe the car failed to yield the right…

Five Points Bar Owner Booked, Charged with Assaulting USC Student

Courtesy: Alvin S Glenn Detention Center COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – A Five Points bar owner has been charged in the assault of a University of South Carolina student, after Columbia Police said he turned himself in early Friday. Investigators said Daniel Wells, 29, is charged with assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature, stemming from an incident that happened…

Columbia Police: Man Dies After Being Struck by Vehicles

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Police say a man hit by two vehicles along South Assembly Street Wednesday Night has died. According to police, the man was struck in the 600 block of South Assembly Street. Drivers of both vehicles were detained by police. The cause of the incident is still being investigated.   Tags: Columbia Police, Columbia Police Department

CPD Investigating Robbery at N. Main Store

Photo/CPD Twitter COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Officers with the Columbia Police Department responded to a store on North Main following a robbery Friday afternoon. The robbery occurred at the Dollar General located at 5807 North Main Street. The thief was able to take an undisclosed amount of money. Authorities say no one was injured during the incident. Crime scene techs are…

‘Beyond the Badge,’ Collaboration Between CPD and Community

Matt Perron COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Newly hired officers with the Columbia Police Department had a chance to become better acquainted with the community they will serve. In light of recent events, the shooting death of three police officers in Baton Rouge on Sunday; five police officers in Dallas last week and the deaths of Philando Castile in Minnesota and Alton…

CPD Investigate Overnight Shooting

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Columbia police are searching for answers in an overnight shooting. Officials say a man was shot on Ripplemeyer Avenue just after 10:00 Tuesday night. The victim was taken to the hospital.   No word yet on his condition. Anyone with information on this case is asked to call Crimestoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC. Categories: Local News, News Tags:…