Man riding bicycle hit in drive-by shooting, and Richland Co. cops search for suspects
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is searching for suspects in a drive-by shooting after a man riding a bicycle was hit by gunfire early Thursday morning.
The shooting occurred at about 1 a.m. in the 10000 block of Two Notch Road, sheriff’s department spokesman Joseph Robinson told The State. That is near the Discount Tobacco convenience store/gas station.
A man was heading south on his bike when a vehicle came from behind and opened fire, Robinson said.
The vehicle drove off and the man was taken to an area hospital, according to the sheriff’s department.
Information on the gunshot victim’s condition was not available.
No description of the vehicle or possible suspects has been released, and there is no word on a possible motive for the shooting.
“At this time it appears he was randomly shot, but this is currently being investigated,” Robinson said.
No other incidents were reported in the area during the same time, the sheriff’s department said.
Information on why the man was riding his bicycle at that hour was not available.
Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or report it to CrimeStoppers at 888-CRIME-SC or submit an online tip.
This is a developing story, check back for updates.
BEHIND THE STORY
MOREThis is a breaking news story
In a breaking news situation, facts can be unclear and the situation may still be developing. The State is trying to get important information to the public as quickly and accurately as possible. This story will be updated as more information becomes available, and some information in this story may change as the facts become clearer. Refresh this page later for more updated information.
This story was originally published December 19, 2019 at 7:22 AM with the headline "Man riding bicycle hit in drive-by shooting, and Richland Co. cops search for suspects."
