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Mullins soldier laid to rest after deadly shooting
MULLINS, S.C. (WPDE) — Funeral services took place Friday for 26-year-old Kenneth Lasane, Jr. at Mullins High School, where he graduated years ago. Three suspects are charged in connection to the deadly shooting that claimed Lasane's life two weeks ago in Mullins. Lasane was serving as a Specialist in...
Marion man accused of killing New Mexico State Police officer wants another trial delay
MARION COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — The lawyers for a Marion man accused of killing a New Mexico State Police officer in March have requested another delay in his upcoming federal trial. Jaremy Smith was set to stand trial on Monday in the killing of Justin Hare, who was shot to death on March 15 along […]
Pee Dee deputies searching for man wanted on several charges
MARION COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Marion County deputies are searching for a man wanted on a slew of charges. Warrants have been issued for the arrest of 34-year-old Don Antonio Oliver, Jr., of Mullins. He is charged with two counts of second-degree assault and battery, second-degree domestic violence and first-degree...
Armed robber gets away with Fairmont convenience store’s cash register, police say
FAIRMONT, N.C. (WBTW) — An armed robber got away with a convenience store’s cash register on Thursday afternoon, Fairmont Police Chief Jon Edwards said. The robber entered the L&M store on Lakeview Road with a handgun at about 3 p.m., Edwards said. The suspect pointed it at employees and demanded money before fleeing with the […]
Mullins Police Department unveils new patrol car design
MULLINS, S.C. (WPDE) — The Mullins Police Department is debuting a new look these days. For the first time in nearly a decade, the police force has changed the detailing on its patrol cars with a brand new look. People in the community seem to love the change, as...
VIDEO: Fire rages through Dillon structure
DILLON, S.C. (WBTW) — A large overnight fire in Dillon destroyed a structure and at least one vehicle that was parked nearby. No information was available from fire officials, but Dillon resident Mackie Adams shared a dramatic video of the raging fire with News13. “[I] Stepped outside at 1:45 AM to put my trash at […]
Man Arrested in Michigan for Alleged Involvement in Mullins Shooting
In a turn of events that has garnered national attention, the man accused in connection with the tragic Mullins shooting has been apprehended in Michigan, according to law enforcement authorities. Details of the Incident. The incident took place earlier this month, leaving the community in shock. A male juvenile victim,...
Man jailed after hourslong standoff near Aynor faces domestic violence charge
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Horry County police arrested a 30-year-old man early Thursday morning after an hourslong standoff near Aynor. Shaquille Walker was charged with second-degree domestic violence and booked into the J. Reuben Long Detention Center. He was released the same day after posting a $7,500 bond, online jail records showed. According to […]
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