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Owner of assisted living facilities arrested for neglect to residents, stealing money: cops
An owner of two assisted living facilities in South Carolina has been arrested after residents were neglected and had money stolen, police said.
Deadly shooting at SC nightclub leads to 2 arrest, 2 more men wanted, police say
A deadly shooting at a South Carolina nightclub led to the arrest of two men in North Carolina, police said. Two more men are wanted in connection to the shooting.
South Carolina man jailed on murder-related charges accused of second homicide after he writes letter: police
A man in South Carolina already in custody as a suspect in a murder was charged with a second slaying after he recently wrote about it in a letter, an arrest warrant states.
'Say whatever you want for heaven': Video show moments before victim murdered in S.C.
A South Carolina jury convicted a defendant who recorded a Snapchat video of his victim before murdering him over a $200 debt, prosecutors said.
South Carolina man shot in apartment complex, two suspects charged with murder: cops
A South Carolina man was shot and killed in an apartment complex. Now, police say two suspects have been arrested and charged with murder in connection to his death.
5-year-old killed in drive-by shooting in South Carolina, suspect arrested weeks later
A 5-year-old boy was shot and killed during a drive-by shooting in South Carolina. The suspected shooter has been arrested in Georgia, police said
He broke in to an 89-year-old's home to rape and rob her. Hours later, he came back to kill her.
A man who raped and robbed an elderly woman, then returned hours later to murder her, was sentenced to prison, prosecutors in South Carolina said.
4-year-old girl was kidnapped and murdered in 1986. Thirty-five years later, police arrested a suspect.
A suspect has been taken into custody in connection to the 1986 abduction and murder of 4-year-old Jessica Gutierrez in South Carolina, officials said.
Duo arrested in connection to fatal shooting at SC bar on New Year's Eve, police said
Two people have been arrested in connection to the fatal shooting at a South Carolina Bar on New Year's Eve, police said. The shooting happened after an argument.
Man shot and killed a person he met on social media, police said. Then he burned the victim's car.
A man in South Carolina is accused of shooting and killing a victim he met online. Police say the suspect and a woman then burned the victim's car.
Santa letters not delivered: Duo stole mail from from nearly 2,000 victims, cops say
Authorities said a man and woman ran around the Carolinas stealing mail and packages out of people's mailboxes. Officials said the pair had over 3,000 pieces.
Adult, three juveniles arrested in connection to deadly SC shooting
A 19-year-old South Carolina man has been arrested on murder charges following a shooting that left a man dead. Three juveniles have also been charged in connection to the case.
2 South Carolina men die in post-Thanksgiving crash due to ‘negligence and carelessness of one driver’: Police
A South Carolina man allegedly driving under the influence was arrested after two children were hurt and two men died in a car crash, police say.
Pianist allegedly murdered veterinarian hospital worker. Police say it’s ‘unclear’ if they knew each other.
A South Carolina pianist is accused of targeting a veterinary hospital working and killing her, authorities said. The suspect was charged with murder.
Man who believed his girlfriend cheated murdered his romantic rival to fulfil ‘sick fantasy’: Prosecutor
A jealous man who was “itching to kill someone” and gunned down a romantic rival almost two years ago has been convicted of murder, prosecutors said.
Victim found dead in South Carolina yard, man accused of murder
A South Carolina man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection to a shooting in Walhalla. Police say the shooting stemmed from a family dispute.
Military man serving in Germany accused of killing his grandparents in 2020 in South Carolina, officials say
A South Carolina military serviceman serving overseas was arrested and accused of killing his grandparents on Father’s Day 2020. The suspect was arrested in Germany.
He lured two people with a business deal. What they didn't know was they were heading to their deaths.
A man was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of two people in South Carolina. Prosecutors say the suspect lured the victims with a business deal.
71-year-old woman allegedly shot and killed a man during altercation in South Carolina
A 71-year-old woman has been arrested after she allegedly shot and killed a man in SC. She has been charged with murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.
'I’m bleeding pretty bad': Hear the 911 call Alex Murdaugh made moments after his alleged botched suicide
South Carolina investigators released the 911 calls made by Alex Murdaugh moments after his alleged botched suicide. It's the latest update in the case that includes murder.
South Carolina elementary school brought weed snacks to class, cops say
A South Carolina elementary school teacher is accused of having marijuana edibles in her classroom, which a student reportedly mistook for regular candy, police said.
79-year-old dies days after being assaulted at an assisted living home, suspect accused of murder
A 79-year-old resident at an assisted living facility in South Carolina died days after he was attacked by a fellow resident, who now faces a murder allegation.
Alex Murdaugh charged in connection to stolen death settlement funds, police announce
Alex Murdaugh, whose family has been involved in scandal and alleged crimes, was arrested in connection to stolen money. It's the latest update in the ongoing saga.
'He lied to us': Alex Murdaugh's ex-firm blast the lawyer as they file suit over stolen funds
Alex Murdaugh, who has been involved in scandals and had two family members murder, has been sued by his former law firm on allegations of stolen money.
80-year-old man said his wife bugged him about food, hit him with a broom. So he shot her, report says.
A South Carolina man shot his wife and then proceeded to call the police himself to report the shooting, police said. Cops arrived and found the gun next to him.
$4 million settlement reached over Murdaugh housekeeper death adding new layer to complex case in South Carolina
A settlement has been reached over the death of the Murdaugh family housekeeper's death in South Carolina. It's the latest in the case that involves a double murder.
Drive-by shooting at South Carolina Waffle House leaves four injured, one dead, police say
A drive-by shooting at a Waffle House in South Carolina left four people injured and one person dead. Police say they are investigating to find the shooter.
She tried to fake her own kidnapping, but the gunfire that ensued ended up killing an 8-year-old boy
A South Carolina woman arranged for her kidnapping, but a child was shot and killed during the botched attempt. She will now head to prison for decades.
Skull found in April is missing S.C. woman, fiancé accused of her murder
A skull found in April was linked to a missing woman in South Carolina. Now, police say her fiancé has been arrested and charged with her murder.
Amateur porn couple on probation for having sex in public is busted again...for having sex in public, SC cops say
A couple who had sex in public places in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and uploaded it to porn websites, has been arrested again for public sex. They were on probation.
Dead Bodies in Low County Part 3: The Murdaugh family murder mystery offers plenty of twists and even more questions.
There have been several deaths tied back to the powerful Murdaugh family in South Carolina. The two most recent include the murder of two family members.
Dead Bodies in Low County Part 2: The Murdaugh family murder mystery offers plenty of twists and even more questions.
One of South Carolina's most powerful families, The Murdaughs, has found themselves in legal trouble over a boat crash and now two members have been murdered.
Dead Bodies in Low County Part 1: The Murdaugh family murder mystery offers plenty of twists and even more questions.
The Murdaugh family in South Carolina is one of the state's powerful families. But, the family is now tied to criminal activities after two family members were murdered.
Attorney turns himself in after botched suicide for $10 million life insurance scam
A South Carolina attorney connected to the Murdaugh murder mystery case has turned himself in on charges in connection to a botched suicide for life insurance money.
SC family murder mystery takes another twist as man is accused of helping patriarch try to commit suicide for insurance money
South Carolina police announced they charged a man with helping Alex Murdaugh try to commit suicide. It's the latest twist in the real-life murder mystery case.
Man found shot in head months after his wife, son were murdered in South Carolina
Alex Murdaugh was found shot in the head, police in South Carolina said. His wife and son were killed months earlier. It's the latest development in the saga involving the family.
Suspect arrested for two separate shootings that occurred on the same day in SC
A South Carolina man has been arrested and charged for murdering a victim and attempting to murder another person on the same day. The suspect is being held in jail.
A man who was reported missing a year ago was murdered, police say. Two suspects are now in custody.
Two people were arrested in connection to a murder in South Carolina. The victim was reported missing a year ago, but the arrests were delayed until DNA confirmed the victim's remains.
Accused murdered nabbed running away from the scene, SC cops say
A woman in South Carolina has been arrested for murder after she allegedly shot a man in the head. Both the suspect and the victim lived in the same home.
Man covered in blood arrested after body found in South Carolina woods, cops say
A South Carolina man has been arrested after he was found covered in blood near a murder victim's body in the woods. He allegedly confessed to the murder to police.
A newborn baby was found floating in a South Carolina river. Decades later, the child's mom is arrested.
Decades ago, a newborn baby was found dead in a bag in a South Carolina river. Police now say they have arrested the mother in connection to the homicide.
Man who gunned down his wife arrested on murder charge, South Carolina police say
A South Carolina man is accused of shooting and killing his wife on Aug. 7. Police say they arrested the suspect as he tried to flee the scene.
Woman described as ‘best person at heart’ murdered after stopping to help couple with car trouble, cops say
A good Samaritan who stopped on a South Carolina highway to help two people who appeared to be having car trouble was murdered and her body dumped.
Restaurant employee follows girl into bathroom, sexually abuses her: report
A South Carolina restaurant worker followed a girl into the bathroom and then raped the child, police say. The suspect was arrested and is being held in jail.
Cops: South Carolina man intentionally sets fire to home, killing his mother
A South Carolina man sets fire to a home, killing his mother. Police now say he is charged with her murder and he is being held in jail without bond.
Husband of murder victim arrested in another state in connection to a near-fatal shooting
A North Carolina woman was found dead and now police say her husband has been arrested in South Carolina in connection to an attempted murder.
'He’s pure evil': Man sentenced to prison for stabbing a college coed more than 100 times in case of mistaken Uber
A South Carolina jury gave its verdict in the murder case over the killing of Samantha Josephson and a mistaken Uber. The suspect was sentenced to prison for killing the college student
SC deputy fired after drunk driving arrest, now accused of killing a lieutenant
Police in South Carolina say a deputy fired in 2019 after a DUI arrest is accused of killing a retired lieutenant. The officer was found dead last week.
Arrest made in 'brutal' murder investigation in South Carolina, police said
A suspect has been arrested and charged in a "brutal" murder that occurred in South Carolina. Police suspect that the incident was domestic violence related.
South Carolina authorities seize over 400 malnourished, abused animals, including horses and dogs: Sheriff
Authorities arrested multiple people and seized hundreds of animals in South Carolina after launching an extensive animal abuse investigation.