Theft

Police: Survillance Footage Caught Women Stealing Baby Items

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) — Deputies need help locating two females who allegedly stole baby items from a store on Two Notch Road. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott said just after 10 p.m. on Thursday, January 21, two female suspects walked in to the Walmart 10060 Two Notch Road and stole numerous baby clothing items and baby formula. Authorities say the the suspects…

Duo Still Sought in October Flood Related Robbery

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) — Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott is requesting the community’s assistance identifying two suspects wanted for theft and fraud. During October’s historic flooding in the state, the victim was helping others in need in the 6000 block of North Ridge Road, when the suspects went inside the victim’s unattended vehicle and stole his wallet, along with other personal…

Richland County Deputies Looking for Stolen 16-Foot Trailer

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) — Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department are looking one or more suspects who stole a 16-foot trailer. Sheriff Leon Lott said on Tuesday, February 9, the suspect(s) stole a 16-foot 2005 Texas Bragg Utility Trailer from Snider Fleet Solutions located at 1010 Idlewilde Boulevard by cutting a lock to the gate of the business to gain entry….

RCSD: Suspect Stealing from Area Colleges

Columbia, S.C (WOLO) — Investigators with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department and the Forest Acres Police Department say a woman is approaching area colleges under the guise of applying for classes, and is instead stealing items from people inside. According to authorities, on December 7th the suspect took items from the campuses of South University, Webster University, and Midlands Tech….

Richland Co. Sheriff Warns of Warming Your Unsecured Vehicle

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) — Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott warns citizens that car thieves are targeting idling vehicles. Lott said that “During colder temperatures, it is not wise to start your vehicle, and then return to the house while it warms up – this could lead to motor vehicle theft.” Between Friday, January 15 and Tuesday, February 2 13 cars have…