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Woman arrested for shooting at parked car in Sumter county

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One person dead after early morning fire in Sumter

The Sumter fire department was called to the 200 block of Williams Street to a mobile home fire, Waleter Richburg, 76, was found inside dead.
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Driver shot by suspect in other vehicle in Sumter, police say

The victim is receiving treatment at an area hospital and is expected to survive, Sumter police say.
Crime

Woman arrested in connection to Sumter motel fire

Deanna Whitley, 46, charged with 2nd degree arson. A deputy had to help Whitley escape the burning room.
Sumter

What does the Sumter County penny tax fund?

On November 5th, voters in Sumter approved a 1% capital projects sale tax. Right now, 30 projects are currently on the agenda.
Sumter

Sumter Penny Tax approved by voters, how will that money be spent?

Thirty projects are on the list, over $38M for seven public safety projects, $16M for quality of life improvements and $6M to help with Sumter airport.
Sumter

Sumter woman reported missing after leaving local business found safe, police say

Authorities said she went missing on Friday around 6 p.m.
Sumter

Sumter Fire extinguishes blaze at motel on Broad Street; 25 people displaced

No injuries were reported at the time. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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Virginia murder suspect arrested in Sumter following police alert on deadly October shooting

He faces felony charges of murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and reckless handling of a firearm.
Sumter

Virginia man accused of murder arrested in Sumter

Jafay Moore 26, is accused of shooting and killing a 19-year-old in Virginia.
Sumter

South Carolina inmates help retired race horses transition for adoption

For two decades, inmates in Sumter have found purpose, passion, and new beginnings through a unique program.
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88-year-old man found dead following Sumter County camper fire

An autopsy is scheduled for Wednesday to determine the man's cause of death.