Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott announced a shooting :
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“As of 3:30 p.m., deputies responded to 201 Columbia Mall Blvd. due to reports of a person being shot inside the mall. Upon arrival, deputies located one victim who was taken to a local hospital with a confirmed gunshot wound. This is NOT an active shooter situation.”
As of 3:45 p.m., the RCSD requests that all citizens avoid the Columbia Mall area. Deputies are clearing the mall and searching for suspects.
People who may have information can call Crimestoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC.