Florence, SC – A second suspect has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on Bartley Court in Florence County, according to the Florence County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO).
Authorities said the incident happened on Saturday, October 18, when two suspects allegedly traveled from Lamar to the Bartley Court location, where a confrontation led to the victim being shot and killed.
According to investigators, the co-defendant, Steven Allen Howle, 36, of Lamar, was previously arrested on October 19 and charged with murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.
On October 23, deputies arrested Chelsea Graham Dew, 33, of Florence, charging her with murder under South Carolina Code 16-03-0010. Both suspects are currently being held at the Florence County Detention Center while awaiting bond hearings.
Officials have not released additional details regarding the victim’s identity or possible motive in the case.
The investigation remains active, and authorities ask anyone with information to contact the Florence County Sheriff’s Office or submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers of the Pee Dee.
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