Gov. Haley issues statement about murder of 5 Lexington County children

Governor Nikki Haley today issued the following statement:

"There are few moments that truly shock our conscience. The last 48 hours in South Carolina have done that, first with the shooting of two of our brave law enforcement officers, and then to see five babies brutally murdered. These events bring a sadness like no other. We grieve together for our lost ones, and we pray together for those touched by these horrific tragedies."

This story was originally published September 10, 2014 at 1:58 PM.