News Summary
Two separate shooting incidents in Chester County resulted in one fatality and two injuries. The suspect, Ronrico Lamont McCullough Jr., was apprehended soon after the events. Law enforcement is investigating, and community safety concerns are rising.
Chester County, S.C. – Two shootings in Chester County on Saturday night have resulted in one fatality and left two individuals injured. The incidents unfolded near the intersection of McClinton Road and Ridgeway Road, though the exact time of the shootings remains unclear.
The Chester County Sheriff’s Office initially reported the details of the shootings via social media. Three individuals were shot during the events, leading to the death of one man, whose identity has not yet been disclosed. The two injured victims were promptly transported to a local hospital for medical treatment.
In a swift response, law enforcement managed to detain the suspected shooter shortly after the incidents. The suspect, identified as 18-year-old Ronrico Lamont McCullough Jr., was apprehended in the Charlotte area with assistance from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department. Following his arrest, McCullough was extradited back to South Carolina on Tuesday.
McCullough faces multiple serious charges related to the shootings, including:
- Murder
- Two counts of attempted murder
- Two counts of possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime
- Two counts of discharging a firearm in an occupied dwelling
- First-degree burglary
- Armed robbery
He will remain in custody pending a bond hearing as the investigation continues. The Chester County Sheriff’s Office is working alongside the Great Falls Police Department and the South Carolina State Law Enforcement Division to gather further evidence and details related to the case. Additional charges against McCullough may also be considered as authorities continue to look into the incidents.
As part of the criminal investigation, Highway 21 was closed between Old Winnsboro Road and Highway 200. This closure was necessary to allow law enforcement to carry out their work effectively at the scene.
The community is currently reeling from the violence, which has raised concerns about safety in the area. Community leaders and local residents may seek to address these issues in the coming days as more information about the events becomes available.
Overall, the situation reflects ongoing concerns related to gun violence and the criminal activities that often accompany it. The Chester County Sheriff’s Office has urged anyone with additional information regarding the shootings to come forward to assist with the investigation.
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