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Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Marlboro County deputies arrest daughter of McColl mayor on assault charge
MARLBORO COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — The daughter of McColl Mayor Robert Outlaw was arrested on multiple charges including assault, the Marlboro County Sheriff's Office said Thursday. Kelly Outlaw was charged with third-degree assault and battery and unlawful communication. She was booked into the Marlboro County Detention Center, where she awaits a bond hearing. The incident stemmed from a dispute that started on a Facebook news post and escalated into a series of threatening messages sent through Facebook Messenger, totaling 40 messages, including audio messages regarding the 'McColl town government disputes,' according to the sheriff's office. Outlaw was apprehended at her residence, and while she was being apprehended, she allegedly threatened to harm the victim in front of the investigators arresting her. The town has seen its share of controversy in the past year, with former Mayor George Garner — who was being investigated by SLED — dying in a car crash less than a week after the town's entire police department resigned. Early last week, the town appeared to have a new police chief with the appointment of Billy Stubbs. However, days later, Stubbs backed out. Stubbs was on the town's police force from March 2011 until July 2020 and has worked for the Marlboro County Sheriff's Office since January 2021, according to employment records from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy. * * * Caleb is a digital producer at News13. Caleb joined the team in January 2023 after graduating from Liberty University. He is from Northern Virginia. Follow Caleb on X, formerly Twitter, and read more of his work here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Fox News
5 days ago
- General
- Fox News
Memorial Day weekend shooting leaves 11 injured at North Myrtle Beach marina as police hunt suspects
South Carolina authorities continue to search for the suspect or suspects who carried out a mass shooting that left 11 people injured on Sunday evening in North Myrtle Beach. The Horry County Police Department described the shooting as an isolated incident stemming from an altercation on a charter boat during a private Memorial Day gathering. A total of 10 victims sustained gunshot wounds and another person reported an unknown injury not related to gunfire, the police department said in a Monday press release. Some victims were recovered from the water, the North Myrtle Beach Police Department (NMBPD) said. "Of those, the worst of the injured are in critical but stable condition at area hospitals," Horry County police said in a press release. Videos and photos posted to social media on Sunday evening showed a heavy police presence in the area of Harbourgate Marina, a popular spot for local boat owners and tourists going on charter boat trips. NMBPD also said the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is investigating a separate incident involving a responding North Myrtle Beach officer who was injured with his own firearm. "A NMBPD Officer was entering a gate to the dock when his rifle discharged twice, with one of the rounds striking his leg," the department said in its press release. "At the time of the discharge, the Officer had both of his hands on the gate, which was confirmed by later video evidence. Due to the Officer not attempting to utilize his weapon at the time, all Officers on scene believed that shots were being fired from the marina area." The officer was transported to a local hospital, where he underwent surgery for his injuries. Video footage obtained from a witness apparently shows the incident, and authorities determined that "the discharge was from the wounded Officer's rifle," and the scene was released to SLED. Horry County police said the shooting remains under investigation, and "there is currently no associated risk to the community." Crime concerns in and around Myrtle Beach have been heightened since April 26, when a shooting in the Myrtle Beach entertainment district left the shooter dead and 11 victims injured. Myrtle Beach officials described the shooting as an isolated incident at the time.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Yahoo
Two York County women, including a sheriff deputy, charged with ill-treatment of animals: SLED
YORK COUNTY, S.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Two York County women have been arrested and charged with ill-treatment of animals. On May 16, the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) charged Amari Anne Mitchell, 27, and Kaitlyn Johnson, 26, on two counts of ill-treatment of animals as well as burying a dead animal improperly and criminal conspiracy. Mitchell, who is a York County deputy, was arrested after animal control was called to her residence in regard to an animal complaint. According to arrest warrants, the Animal Control Officer witnessed a very malnourished Goldendoodle named Axel on the property. When the ACO talked to Mitchell on the phone, she told him that the dog had a vet appointment on May 12. The vet examined Axel and euthanized him. Part of the vet's report said, 'Axel's decline and starvation occurred over a long period of time (months) and he suffered a great deal. My clinical suspicion is high for long-term neglect. Unfortunately, given Axel's level of emaciation, dehydration, and shock, his prognosis was grave and he was humanely euthanized to end his suffering.' Warrants say that Johnson and Mitchell violated the South Carolina Code of Laws by failing to bury a deceased animal at least three feet underground. The animal carcass was found near the rear fence gate of her backyard during the execution of a search warrant on their home. Documents also show that the pair also had a small Maltese locked in a small hallway closet marked 'Dog Room' with no lighting, water or minimal air circulation. Officials say the temperature in the closet was warmer than 75 degrees. The backside of the door had significant scratch marks, indicating the dog's efforts to escape. Sandpaper was placed on the interior of the door, which Johnson states was intended to prevent the dog from scratching the door. Following Mitchell's arrest, she was placed on administrative leave without pay, pending an internal review of the incident. She had served as a deputy for two years. Mitchell and Johnson were booked into the York County Detention Center. Queen City News is tracking CRIME in your area 🚨 >> Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Yahoo
One injured in officer-involved shooting in Greenville
GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA) – The Greenville Police Department reported that one person was injured in an officer-involved shooting in approximately 9:40 a.m., officers were called out to Maco Terrace regarding a report of a person acting suspicious and crawling through the woods. Upon arrival, officers located a man hiding in an overgrowth. Greenville Police stated that, when asking the man to come out, he presented a set of gardening shears at the offices, which led to the shooting. The individual sustained one gunshot wound from the exchange, and was transported to Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital for treatment. No officers were reported injured. The incident remains under investigation by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED). Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Daily Mail
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mail
Republican Nancy Mace fires back at transgender teenager who threatened to 'assassinate her'
A transgender teenager was denied bail for threatening to 'assassinate' Republican Rep. Nancy Mace in a disturbing social media post. Samuel Theodore Cain, 19, who goes by the name Roxie Wolfe, was taken into custody on Thursday and charged with threatening the life of a public official, according to documents reviewed by Law& Crime. Mace appeared at the hearing this week, where she mocked the transgender teen and said she hopes 'they have makeup wipes in prison', adding: 'I've waited for this for a long time. Trans activists have been threatening to kill me every day for over six months, ever since I started filing bills to protect women's spaces.' According to a warrant from the South Carolina State Law Enforcement Division (SLED), Cain posted the threat on April 26 to X. Federal investigators launched an inquiry and interviewed Cain on April 30. During that meeting, Cain allegedly 'admitted to authoring and posting the threat' aimed at Mace. The warrant states Cain 'unlawfully, knowingly, and willfully delivered or conveyed a threat to take the life of a public official', adding that the threat was 'directly related to Mace's public official responsibilities'. Local outlets report that Cain is a biological male who identifies as a transgender woman. Mace, a frequent critic of transgender policies, quickly responded to the arrest by making sweeping remarks about the transgender community. She also appeared in court during the bond hearing on Friday, where she delivered a victim impact statement and said: 'Men who cross-dress as women are mentally ill... This is who these people are.' The judge denied bond for Cain, who faces up to five years in prison and a $5,000 fine if convicted. Ahead of the hearing, Mace posted on X: 'Heading to Greenville, SC for the bond hearing of the man in a dress who threatened to kill me. Real women stand together. Real men stand up to protect women.' Mace has led efforts to restrict access to gendered spaces, including introducing a November resolution barring lawmakers from using facilities that don't align with their biological sex. She has also backed bans on transgender athletes competing in girls' school sports and policies restricting bathroom access at the Capitol. Mace told Fox News that Cain had also allegedly threatened her children. After being contacted by the FBI, the teen reportedly confessed to writing the threat. Mace later posted Cain's mugshot on social media, writing: 'Samuel Theodore Cain is first trans activist in country to be arrested for death threats against us, thanks to Capitol Police and SLED. Roxie was "deadss" arrested. We'll let the photo stand for itself because this individual is obviously unwell in more ways than one. Hopefully they have makeup wipes in prison.' A survivor of sexual assault, Mace has repeatedly framed her advocacy as a mission to safeguard women's spaces. 'Real men don't threaten or hurt women,' she posted. 'Although, you obviously wouldn't know that. You also apparently didn't know actions have consequences.' This is not Mace's first hostile encounter with transgender activists. In December, she said she was 'physically accosted' by one individual at the Capitol, a person later arrested by Capitol Police. Mace wore a sling for days afterward. She has also sparred with Rep. McBride, repeatedly referring to the Delaware lawmaker as a 'man' and acknowledging that her proposed bathroom ban was directly aimed at her. In one instance, Mace and Rep. Lauren Boebert reportedly chased a woman into a bathroom, mistakenly believing she was transgender. At a recent constituent event, another confrontation erupted when Mace used the term 'tr***y', prompting an attendee to nearly throw a plant at her.
