Tragic Outcome in Dillon County: 19-Year-Old Woman Dies After Shooting, Suspect Charged with Murder

DILLON, S.C. — Tragedy struck Dillon County as a 19-year-old woman succumbed to injuries sustained during a shooting incident earlier this week. Authorities report that 23-year-old Juna’ka Jon Joy Bethea from Sellers has been charged with murder following the death of the victim. On Tuesday at approximately 11:05 a.m., Dillon County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to respond to a shooting. Upon arrival, they found the young woman, identified as Kaylin Hinson, with multiple gunshot wounds. …

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Paramedic’s Tragic Death in Dillon Linked to New Mexico Police Officer’s Case

MARION, S.C. – The tragic death of Florence County paramedic Phonesia Machado-Fore has shocked the community. The 52-year-old paramedic was found deceased on Jones Drive in Lake View, Dillon County, on Friday night. Machado-Fore was last seen at her home on Wildwood Loop in Marion, sparking concerns about her whereabouts. Authorities from multiple law enforcement agencies in different counties worked tirelessly on the investigation into Machado-Fore’s death. The Marion County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that Jaremy …

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