Crime
Richland County Deputies Investigate Fatal Shooting in Northeast Columbia, Victim Identified
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. — Authorities are investigating a shooting that left one person dead and another critically injured in northeast Columbia last week, according to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department.
Deputies responded to reports of gunfire in the 100 block of Westbridge Road, near Hardscrabble Road and Rabon Road, at approximately 1:30 a.m. on March 13, 2025.
Upon arrival, they discovered a male victim, later identified as Jay Anderson, lying in the middle of the roadway dressed in all black.
He had sustained a gunshot wound and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
A second victim was found with gunshot injuries and was transported to a local hospital, where they remain in critical condition.
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward by contacting the Richland County Sheriff’s Department at (803) 576-3000 or by submitting an anonymous tip through CrimeStoppers at 888-CRIME-SC (888-274-6372).
Rochester, N.Y. – A 19-year-old suspect has been taken into custody in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on the city’s west side earlier this week.
According to the Rochester Police Department, Dhymere Bailey, 19, was arrested on Friday morning for allegedly shooting and killing 39-year-old Sandra Blanding near a vacant lot on Spencer Street.
The homicide took place on Wednesday, prompting an intensive investigation by law enforcement.
Authorities report that Bailey attempted to flee when officers moved to apprehend him.
Upon his arrest, he was found in possession of a loaded handgun, which police believe was used in the fatal shooting.
Investigators are still working to determine a motive for the killing and currently do not believe Bailey and Blanding knew each other prior to the incident.
Bailey has been charged with second-degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon.
He is scheduled to be arraigned in Rochester City Court on Saturday morning.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police urge anyone with information related to the case to contact the Rochester Police Department or Crime Stoppers.