Newberry, South Carolina – A tragic shooting incident over the weekend in Newberry, South Carolina, resulted in the death of a 53-year-old man, Troy Leonard Sims, and left two others injured. According to the Newberry County Coroner’s Office, Sims died at the scene of the shooting on Saturday night. Details surrounding the incident unfolded when the Newberry Police Department responded to reports of shots fired on Emory Street, near the intersection with Hunt Street, approximately a mile from the Newberry College campus.
Upon arriving at the scene, law enforcement officers found three victims with gunshot wounds, as confirmed by Coroner Laura Kneece. Subsequently, one of the victims was rushed to Prisma Health Richland hospital in Columbia, while the other received medical attention at the scene for non-life-threatening injuries. The conditions of the surviving victims are yet to be disclosed.
The Coroner officially ruled Sims’ death a homicide, prompting an investigation by the authorities along with assistance from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division. At present, details regarding the perpetrator or motives behind the shooting remain undisclosed. Law enforcement officials are urging members of the public to come forward with any information that may aid in solving this case.
As the investigation continues, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting. Police are actively seeking any leads or tips from the community to progress the case. Individuals with information pertinent to the incident are encouraged to reach out to CrimeStoppers at 888-CRIME-SC or submit tips online. The community’s cooperation is crucial in bringing justice to the victims and their families affected by this tragic event.