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Triple Shooting in Chester County Leaves Two Dead, One Injured Following Vaping Device Altercation

Triple Shooting in Chester County Leaves Two Dead, One Injured Following Vaping Device Altercation

A triple shooting occurred in Chester County, South Carolina, early Thursday morning, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and one injury. The incident, which took place around 12:30 a.m. on Mays Drive in the Edgemoor area, stemmed from an altercation over a vaping device, according to the Chester County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities reported that Brandon Tavon Cassidy shot the first person multiple times, leading to their death. Subsequently, a second person returned fire in self-defense, striking Cassidy, who also died. The identities of the other two individuals involved, including the injured person, and Cassidy's age were not released at the time of the report. The sheriff's office is continuing its investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
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Three Teens Arrested in Connection with Armed Robbery of 11-Year-Old at Florence Bus Stop

Three Teens Arrested in Connection with Armed Robbery of 11-Year-Old at Florence Bus Stop

Three teenagers have been arrested in connection with the armed robbery of an 11-year-old child at a bus stop in Florence, South Carolina. Florence County Sheriff T.J. Joye confirmed the arrests, which took place on Thursday morning. The robbery reportedly occurred on Monday at a bus stop on Jefferson Street. According to deputies, the victim was confronted by individuals from two cars and was robbed of shoes, a backpack, and other belongings. The victim was also forced to remove all clothing except underwear and was struck in the mouth by one of the suspects. A social media post indicated the child was robbed at gunpoint. Due to their ages, the names of the arrested teens will not be released. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with more information expected to be released as details are gathered.
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Triple Shooting in Chester County Leaves Two Dead Following Altercation Over Vaping Device

Triple Shooting in Chester County Leaves Two Dead Following Altercation Over Vaping Device

Two individuals were killed and one was injured in a triple shooting that occurred early Thursday morning in Chester County, South Carolina. The incident, which took place around 12:30 a.m. on Mays Drive in the Edgemoor area, stemmed from an altercation over a vaping device, according to the Chester County Sheriff’s Office. Brandon Tavon Cassidy reportedly shot the first victim multiple times, resulting in their death. Subsequently, a second individual returned fire in self-defense, striking Cassidy, who also died from his injuries. The identities and ages of the other two people involved were not released at the time of the report. The Chester County Sheriff's Office is investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
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Driver Killed in I-26 East Crash in Spartanburg County After Being Struck While Standing on Roadway

Driver Killed in I-26 East Crash in Spartanburg County After Being Struck While Standing on Roadway

A driver was killed early Friday morning on I-26 East in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, after being struck by a Toyota Sedan. According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP), the victim had exited their vehicle following an initial crash and was standing on the interstate at mile marker 31 when the fatal incident occurred. The Spartanburg County Coroner’s Office has responded to the scene. Details regarding the initial crash and the identity of the victim are limited at this time. All lanes on I-26 East were closed due to the incident, causing significant traffic disruptions.
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Two Arrested After Fleeing Traffic Stop and Striking West Hartford Police Cruiser

Two Arrested After Fleeing Traffic Stop and Striking West Hartford Police Cruiser

Two individuals were arrested after a driver fled a traffic stop and struck a police cruiser in West Hartford, Connecticut, on Friday morning. West Hartford police's Community Support Unit attempted to stop a vehicle near 200 Prospect Ave. at approximately 10:14 a.m. The driver, identified as Angel Sanchez of Hartford, attempted to evade the stop, striking a police cruiser in the process, and then fled onto I-84 West. Police located the vehicle a short time later in Farmington, where both occupants exited and ran. Sanchez was apprehended after a brief foot pursuit, and the passenger, also from Hartford, was taken into custody. Sanchez faces 10 charges, including engaging police in pursuit, reckless driving, evading responsibility, interfering with a police officer, possession of narcotics, and possession of drug paraphernalia, along with several motor vehicle violations. The passenger was charged with interfering with an officer and possession of drug paraphernalia. Both were released on bond and are sched...
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More than 1,000 Flock cameras watch Cincinnati area. Resistance is growing

More than 1,000 Flock cameras watch Cincinnati area. Resistance is growing

Police use Flock cameras to solve crimes, but critics fear the surveillance network is being abused by police.
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Spartanburg Police Seek Public Assistance in Identifying Suspect in WestGate Mall Jewelry Theft

Spartanburg Police Seek Public Assistance in Identifying Suspect in WestGate Mall Jewelry Theft

The Spartanburg Police Department is requesting the public's help to identify a man involved in a significant jewelry theft at WestGate Mall in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Authorities have released images of the individual on Facebook in an effort to gather information. A large quantity of jewelry was stolen from the mall, prompting the police to launch an investigation. Officers are urging anyone who recognizes the man in the provided pictures or possesses any information pertinent to the theft to contact them directly. The specific details regarding the type or value of the stolen jewelry have not been disclosed, nor have any further details about the circumstances of the theft.
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Charleston County Advances $5.5 Million Savannah Highway Upgrade Project

Charleston County Advances $5.5 Million Savannah Highway Upgrade Project

Charleston County is moving forward with a $5.5 million improvement project for Savannah Highway in West Ashley, South Carolina. The project targets two key intersections: Wappoo Road and Savannah Highway, and Dupont Road and Stinson Drive. County staff are recommending that the Charleston County Council award a construction contract for the project. The finance committee is scheduled to review the contract before it goes to the County Council next week for final approval. If approved, construction is anticipated to be completed by the end of 2027. At Wappoo Road, plans include adding a new right-turn lane, marked crosswalks, and a new crossing connecting the West Ashley Greenway to the West Ashley Bikeway. For Dupont Road and Stinson Drive, the project involves adding a left-turn lane, realigning the two roads, building a new sidewalk, and incorporating marked crosswalks. These upgrades aim to enhance traffic flow and improve safety for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. The project has been in developme...
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Mount Pleasant Police Arrest Man for Allegedly Assaulting Juvenile on E-Bike

Mount Pleasant Police Arrest Man for Allegedly Assaulting Juvenile on E-Bike

Mount Pleasant Police arrested Adam Paul after he allegedly grabbed a juvenile off an e-bike and hit them. The incident occurred on August 19, when police responded to a reported physical disturbance on Treadwell Street. Initial reports suggested a road rage incident between Paul and a juvenile. Witnesses stated that Paul confronted two juveniles on e-bikes, claiming he was trying to advise them to be careful, to which the juveniles reportedly responded with curses and rode away. The juveniles later returned to the vicinity of Paul's residence, taking a picture of his license plate. Paul then reportedly came out of his residence, grabbed one of the juveniles off their e-bike, and brought them to the ground. Video evidence from another juvenile involved in the incident reportedly shows Paul yelling at the juvenile and then open-hand smacking them across the head, hitting their helmet.
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Raynham Police Arrest Man on Firearm Charges After Loaded Gun Found Following Traffic Stop

Raynham Police Arrest Man on Firearm Charges After Loaded Gun Found Following Traffic Stop

The Raynham Police Department has arrested Anthony Luma Auguste, 33, of Brockton, on multiple firearm charges. The arrest followed a traffic stop where Sgt. Joshua O’Brien observed Auguste’s black SUV speeding on King Philip Street. During the initial stop, it was determined that Auguste was operating with a suspended license and the vehicle was a rental. After Auguste was allowed to leave, Detectives Patrick Leahy and Jared Turkington searched the area and located a loaded Glock 30 .45-caliber handgun with 13 rounds of ammunition approximately 700 feet from where the vehicle was stopped. Later, detectives observed Auguste return to the area and search the ground where the firearm had been found, leading to his subsequent arrest. Auguste faces charges including carrying a loaded firearm without a license, unlicensed possession of an assault weapon, possession of a large-capacity firearm, possession of ammunition, operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license, and speeding.
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North Charleston Police Arrest Two After Children Found in Abandoned Home

North Charleston Police Arrest Two After Children Found in Abandoned Home

North Charleston Police arrested Kendall Zayne Witherspoon, 25, and Christopher Lee Morris, 43, on Wednesday morning after discovering two young children in a dilapidated and reportedly abandoned home. Both individuals are charged with unlawful conduct toward a child. The incident began shortly after midnight when an officer responded to a possible burglary report at a residence on Southern Street. The officer observed Morris leaving the property. Upon entering the home, officers found it in severe disrepair, lacking running water and electricity, with broken windows, despite an outside temperature of 88 degrees with high humidity. Inside, Witherspoon was found with two small children in strollers. A search of the property revealed drug paraphernalia, including a glass pipe, foil, and several butane lighters, along with live and dead cockroaches on nearly every surface. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) evaluated the children, who were subsequently transported to a hospital and placed into emergency protect...
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I-26 Westbound Reopens in Ridgeville, South Carolina, Following Early Morning Collision

I-26 Westbound Reopens in Ridgeville, South Carolina, Following Early Morning Collision

All westbound lanes of I-26 in Ridgeville, South Carolina, were blocked for several hours on Thursday morning due to a collision. The incident, an auto-pedestrian collision, occurred just after 2 a.m. at mile marker 183. Emergency services responded to the scene, leading to a complete closure of the roadway. Drivers who typically use this section of I-26 for their morning commute were advised to seek alternative routes. Suggested detours included using Highway 78 to US 178, then rejoining I-26 westbound at the Harleyville interchange, located at mile marker 177. The roadway was successfully reopened to traffic at approximately 5:50 a.m. on Thursday, allowing the flow of vehicles to resume. This was a developing story, with updates provided as information became available.