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Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
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South Carolina man pleads guilty to shooting at police during Carolina Country Music Fest in 2023
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — A South Carolina man pleaded guilty on Tuesday to shooting at police during 2023's Carolina Country Music Fest in Myrtle Beach, the 15th Circuit Solicitor's Office said. Chance Benson, 20, of Spartanburg, pleaded guilty to attempted murder, first-degree assault and battery, and discharging a firearm into an occupied vehicle. Circuit Court Judge David P. Caraker sentenced Benson to 10 years in prison. Police responded to a call about individuals brandishing guns at about 11 p.m. on June 10, 2023, according to the solicitor's office. When officers arrived, Benson and a co-defendant ran from a police vehicle. When police found them, Benson and his co-defendant fired almost 30 shots at officers with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division and the Myrtle Beach Police Department, the solicitor's office said. One officer was shot during the incident but has since recovered. * * * 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 This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
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14 agencies carry out targeted sting operation on unsanctioned nightclub, arresting ‘high-level' cartel members
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Federal, state, and local agencies carried out a targeted sting operation at an unsanctioned nightclub in Ladson. 14 agencies approached The Alamo around 3 a.m. on June 1, as part of 'Operation Last Stand.' These include the Charleston County Sheriff's Office, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and more. Sheriff Carl Ritchie said they have been monitoring the club since November 2024. 'This particular location has been a source of a lot of disruption, crime, assaults, drug dealing etc. going on in that particular area,' said Ritchie. 116 criminal and immigration warrants were served to 80 people. There over 60 people believed to be in the country illegally, who were detained. The multi-agency effort allowed for the arrest of two high-level cartel members and an international murder suspect wanted by Interpol. Governor Henry McMaster said this is why he believes stricter border policies are necessary. 'One way it happened is when you don't have strong law enforcement, this is what happens. When particularly, in these cases now, that we're going to have now and for years to come when we have illegal immigration,' McMaster said. 'People with criminal backgrounds, people that bet on causing trouble that are recognized – some as terrorists, that are allowed to come through a completely open border. This is what you get.' The governor added this operation was an example of a coordinated approach of these agencies working to enforce the laws under President Donald Trump. With over 200 patrons in the building, law enforcement also discovered seven people believed to be human trafficking victims and a missing juvenile. Officials said there were 10 underage minors in the building, with the youngest of them being 13 years old. Additionally, Charleston County code enforcement has shut down the unlicensed club. 'I'm very proud of what agencies did in that operation. I was there, very long day, but I was with them to see what these men and women do and supported them,' the sheriff said. 'I'm very proud we got this type of element out of our community. We made it safe for some of our young people and we're going to continue working on that.' Enrique Grace, president of the Charleston Hispanic Association, told News 2 he is grateful for the transparency from CCSO. 'The Hispanic community is applauding what happened. The Hispanic community and the immigrant community doesn't want criminals in their backyard, that's kind of why they left the country – they are coming here. We applaud what happened, that place has been around for a long time, I guess nobody knew what was going on in there. We're pretty happy that the bad guys are off the street,' Grace said. This is an ongoing investigation. Those with information about The Alamo are encouraged to call 803-896-7400. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Hindustan Times
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Who is Patrick Bryan? All about Rep. Nancy Mace's ex-fiance as he denies ‘false and outrageous' rape allegations
Nancy Mace, a Republican representative, has reacted after her former fiancé Patrick Bryant denied rape allegations levelled against him. This comes after Mace shared a still image from a video that she claims her ex recorded without her permission, and in which she says he can be seen 'naked silhouette.' In a statement, Bryant, who was Mace's fiancé until 2023, asserted that he 'categorically' rejects Mace's 'false and outrageous' allegations and that he will do 'whatever is necessary and appropriate' to clear his name 'at the right time,' Newsweek reported. Mace replied to Bryant's statement on X, stating: 'If you aren't a rapist, why would you film a rape and why would you be filmed raping another?' She mentioned that 'dozens of women filmed, recorded, and stored on your devices for years would like to know why.' In an address on the House floor in February, Mace initially accused Bryant, a businessman from the Charleston area, of abusing her physically and filming sex acts with her and others without permission. In addition, she claimed that Bryant and three other men committed sexual misbehavior and rape, and she blamed South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson for inaction after she sent state officials images and video. The four people have denied any misconduct. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) has not elaborated on the specifics of the probe, but they have acknowledged that Bryant is being investigated. During a hearing on Tuesday, Mace displayed the naked photo of herself, saying: 'This naked silhouette is my naked body. I didn't know that I had been filmed. I didn't give my consent.' Also Read: Photos: Donald Trump mocked by Cyril Ramaphosa as WH meeting turns volatile; 'Sorry I don't have a plane to give you' Formerly the head of the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, Bryant is a Charleston-based businessman and co-founder of the software development company Code/+/Trust. He attended Columbia, South Carolina's Spring Valley High School before landing an internship with the local NBC affiliate, WIS-TV, where he served as a freelance editor and cameraman while attending the University of South Carolina, as per an Assignment Desk profile of the businessman. Following graduation and an apprenticeship in software sales, Bryant began his professional journey in software development by founding Go To Team, a supplier of broadcast video services. From 1999 to 2002, Mace was married to Chris Niemic, an attorney and Air Force Reserve officer. Later in 2004, she married to contractor Curtis Jackson, with whom she shares two kids. But the couple got separated in 2019. She and Bryant allegedly dated for two years and he proposed to her in May 2022 when she was running for reelection to the House. After their split in November 2023, Bryant rejected claims that he had been unfaithful. When their engagement ended, the Daily Mail stated that the pair was arguing over a $1.3 million house in Washington, D.C., in which both parties had equity, and a $3.9 million beachfront home with six bedrooms and a swimming pool
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.
American Military News
17-05-2025
- Politics
- American Military News
Transgender activist charged with threatening life of SC Congresswoman Nancy Mace
A transgender activist has been charged with threatening the life of U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace. Samuel Theodore Cain, of Greenville, South Scarolina, is in custody at the Greenville County Detention Center charged with threatening the life of a public official. A bond hearing is scheduled for Friday. Cain, 19, posted on social media he planned to assassinate Mace, who has increased anti-transgender rhetoric in recent months as she considers a run for the governor's office in the 2026 election. The Republican represents the Lowcountry congressional district that includes Charleston. Cain was arrested Thursday by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division. According to the warrant, on or about April 26, Cain, who is also known as Roxie Wolfe, posted on social media, threatening an assassination. 'I'm going to assassinate Representative Nancy Mace with a gun and I'm being 100% dead ass,' the post said, according to Mace's office. In a press release, SLED redacted the public official's name who was threatened because it is standard procedure to redact the name of a victim. According to SLED, Cain admitted to federal law enforcement to writing and posting the threat. 'The trans movement is fueling violence,' Mace said in a statement. 'Capitol Police and SLED moved fast on this death threat, and they should. No one should face murder threats for calling out radical gender ideology. This isn't just about me. It's an attack on free speech, rule of law, and anyone brave enough to speak the truth about biology.' ___ © 2025 The State. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
