News Summary
A woman was found in a parking lot on Cedar Lane Road with at least one gunshot wound early Sunday morning in Greenville County. Deputies responded quickly, and she was taken to a hospital. The investigation into the shooting is active, with a person of interest identified. In a related incident, an armed suspect was shot and killed by deputies in the area, raising public safety concerns. There have been five deputy-involved shootings in Greenville County this year, with law enforcement focused on ongoing investigations.
Greenville County, South Carolina
A woman was discovered with at least one gunshot wound in a parking lot on Cedar Lane Road in Greenville County early Sunday morning. The incident took place around 2 a.m., prompting a swift response from local deputies.
Upon arrival at the scene, deputies found the victim who had sustained injuries from the shooting. She was promptly transported to a nearby hospital for medical treatment; however, her current condition remains unknown as of the latest reports. An active investigation is currently underway to uncover the circumstances and motives related to the shooting.
Authorities have already identified a person of interest in connection with the case, though no further details have been disclosed regarding the individual’s identity or their involvement.
Related Incident Involving Armed Suspect
In a separate but notable incident, an armed suspect was shot by Greenville County deputies on May 29. This incident adds to ongoing concerns regarding public safety and law enforcement interactions within the county.
The suspect, identified as Johnny Andrew Collins, 51, of Greer, died at the scene of the shooting, which occurred around 12:11 p.m. while deputies were collaborating with the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office to locate Collins. During the apprehension, Collins allegedly presented a weapon, leading the deputies to open fire.
Collins was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after the incident, exactly at 12:22 p.m.. In accordance with standard protocol, the five deputies involved in this shooting have been placed on paid administrative leave while the matter is investigated.
Ongoing Investigations
This recent shooting involving Collins marks the fifth deputy-involved shooting in Greenville County this year. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Collins’ death.
Prior to this incident, Collins had been facing serious legal issues, including outstanding warrants for charges related to attempted murder and kidnapping. Reports indicate that he had previously escaped from home detention. The connection between Collins and the deputies’ actions during the incident is being thoroughly examined.
Law enforcement officials remain focused on ensuring public safety and resolving the ongoing investigations surrounding both incidents. The community is advised to stay informed as more information becomes available and to remain vigilant as the investigations proceed.
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Additional Resources
- Fox Carolina: Woman Injured in Greenville County Shooting
- Wikipedia: Gun Violence in the United States
- WYFF: Greenville County Deputy Involved Shooting
- Google Search: Greenville County shootings
- Greenville Online: Coroner Identifies Man Fatally Shot by Deputies
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Police Brutality
- Count on 2: 1 Dead in Shooting Involving Greenville Co. Deputies
- Google News: Greenville County deputy shooting
