Florence Shooting Leaves One Dead, Another in Critical Condition

News Summary

A shooting in Florence, South Carolina, has left one individual dead and another in critical condition. The incident occurred early in the morning, prompting a rapid police response. The authorities have charged three suspects in connection with the shooting, which follows a prior incident on the same day. The Florence Police Department is committed to investigating the incidents and ensuring community safety.

Florence Shooting Leaves One Dead, Another in Critical Condition

A shooting in Florence, South Carolina, early on June 19 has resulted in one fatality and left another individual in critical condition. The incident occurred around 1:30 a.m. on North Irby Street, prompting a swift response from law enforcement after reports of two individuals lying on the sidewalk.

Upon arriving at the scene, police found both victims suffering from gunshot wounds. They were immediately transported to a local hospital for medical attention. Unfortunately, one of the victims was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. The identity of this victim has not yet been released. The second individual involved in the shooting is currently in critical condition and is receiving ongoing medical care.

Suspects Charged in Connection with Shooting

In connection with the deadly incident, the Florence Police Department has charged a third suspect named Troy Middleton, 28, with multiple offenses, including murder, attempted murder, and armed robbery. Additionally, two other persons, Isiah Randell Oneal Nero, 20, and Mehki Christopher Rush, 20, have also been arrested and face similar charges related to the shooting.

The investigations at the shooting scene continue as detectives work alongside the Florence County Sheriff’s Office to gather evidence and pursue any additional leads. Ongoing updates about the case will be provided as they become available.

Unresolved Previous Shooting

This latest incident follows another shooting that occurred earlier on the same day on Bradford Street, where one person was injured. As of now, police have not reported any arrests related to this shooting, and the condition of the victim from that incident remains uncertain.

Community Safety and Ongoing Investigations

The Florence Police Department is committed to ensuring the safety of the community and will continue its efforts to investigate both shootings thoroughly. Residents have been urged to come forward with any information that may assist in the investigations.

As details surrounding these incidents emerge, police department representatives confirm that they will keep the public informed about significant developments and findings. Community members are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to law enforcement.

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Additional Resources

• WMBF News: 1 Hurt in Florence Shooting, Investigation Underway
• Wikipedia: Shooting
• WPDE: 3 Charged, 16-Year-Old Dead After Double Shooting in Florence County
• Google Search: Florence shooting 2025
• WBTW: 1 Hurt in Florence Shooting, Police Remain at Scene on Bradford Street
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Gun violence
• Post and Courier: Florence SC Shooting Leaves One Dead
• Google News: Florence South Carolina
• SC Now: Recent Incidents in Florence