Local officers cleared of wrongdoing in November shooting
The State reports that two Cayce police officers have been cleared by the State Law Enforcement Division in the November shooting death of 21-year-old Demetrius Bryant. An internal investigation into the incident by the Cayce Police Department also found that no policies or procedures were violated. The two officers came under fire while in pursuit of Bryant on Lorick Street west of the Congaree River, and they fired back when one of the officers was struck. Both officers remain with the department.
- Compiled by Mary Ramsey, News Editor
Richland County Library renovations near completion
Renovations to the main branch of the Richland Library system will be completed in the near future, according to WIS. The library's third floor, which houses the Business, Careers and Research Center, has undergone major renovations in recent months. The facility has also been equipped with new bookshelves, furniture and technology. Several years ago, voters approved $15 million in funding for the renovations.
- Compiled by Mary Ramsey, News Editor
Suspect arrested on weapons charge following threats to local high school
The State reports that an 18-year-old was arrested for unlawful possession of a weapon and two other charges in connection with a string of threats made to Keenan High School students. Delijah Robinson was arrested in the high school parking lot after students approached a School Resource Officer with information about the threats. Robinson was found to have a gun in her car and threatening messages were found on her phone. She is being held at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center.
- Compiled by Mary Ramsey, News Editor