CAYCE, S.C. — Cayce Police are investigating an attempted assault that happened early Friday morning as they search for the person responsible.
A police spokesperson said Cayce officers responded to Guignard Park on Knox Abbott Drive around 7:15 a.m. There, police said a male suspect in all black clothing and armed with a gun attempted to assault a female. Police said the suspect left the scene.
Police brought out a K-9 and attempted to track the suspect. Authorities said officers are still heavily patrolling the area and have asked the public to assist with any information they have. A city spokesperson said this is a rare case but asked residents in the area to be alert.
The department urged the public to report information to Crime Stoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC or call the police at 803-794-0456. Any doorbell camera or security video is also welcome.