Shooting Incident Leads to Arrests in Florence, SC

News Summary

In Florence, SC, two individuals, Xzimiere Hyman and Shazadi Moten, were arrested following a shooting on Peachtree Drive. Both face serious charges, including attempted murder, after allegedly pursuing and shooting at a victim. Fortunately, the victim was not injured. The police tracked the suspects using advanced surveillance technology. Hyman also faces separate allegations related to criminal sexual conduct, raising further concerns about his past. Authorities are urging the community to remain vigilant amid increasing violence in the area.

Florence, SC – Two individuals, Xzimiere Hyman, age 20, and Shazadi Moten, age 25, have been arrested following a shooting incident that occurred on Peachtree Drive on Sunday. Both face serious charges, including attempted murder and aggravated breach of peace, after being implicated in a confrontation that escalated into gunfire.

The Florence Police Department responded to reports of a shooting at approximately 5 p.m. Upon investigation, officers learned that the victim had been involved in an argument with Hyman and Moten earlier at another location on Sierra Range. After the altercation, the two were reported to have pursued the victim in a vehicle across multiple sites, indicating a premeditated intention to confront her again.

Upon returning to her residence, the situation intensified when Moten reportedly attempted to engage the victim in another fight. As tensions mounted, Hyman exited the vehicle and discharged two shots at the victim before fleeing the scene. Fortunately, the victim sustained no injuries from the gunfire.

Using advanced Flock cameras, Florence police successfully tracked the suspects’ vehicle to the Brittany Place Apartments, where Hyman and Moten were located and arrested with assistance from the Florence County Sheriff’s Office. The arrests were timely, ensuring that both individuals were taken into custody without further incident.

According to arrest warrants, Hyman admitted to being present at the shooting incident alongside Moten, while Moten also confirmed their involvement in following the victim. As of this report, Hyman remains detained at the Florence County Detention Center, while Moten has been released after posting a $30,000 surety bond.

In addition to current charges related to the shooting, Hyman faces pending allegations of criminal sexual conduct with a minor concerning an 11 to 14-year-old child, arising from a separate investigation that predates the shooting incident. This background has raised concerns about Hyman’s history and behavior leading up to the recent violent event.

The shooting incident is part of a larger pattern of violence in Florence. Earlier this month, another individual, Floyd Dingle, was arrested for a shooting that occurred on May 14 on East Roughfork Street. Dingle is charged with attempted murder and several firearm-related offenses, having allegedly shot a victim during a disagreement over money. The condition of the victim is reported as critical. Dingle’s legal troubles are compounded by the fact that he is currently out on bond for a prior attempted murder charge and is also a suspect in another shooting incident.

The latest incident involving Hyman and Moten underscores growing concerns about public safety in Florence, following a string of violent confrontations involving firearms. Authorities are calling for heightened vigilance and community awareness as they continue to investigate these disturbing events.

The Florence Police Department has yet to disclose further details regarding the ongoing investigations or any potential links between the recent incidents. Local residents are urged to remain alert and report any suspicious activities as law enforcement continues to tackle rising violence in the area.

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