Columbia, SC – A Richland County man who had been wanted for attempted murder has been arrested, authorities confirmed Wednesday morning.
According to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department, 49-year-old Henry Edmonds III, also known as “Rabbit,” was taken into custody after previously being sought in connection with an August 10, 2025, stabbing on Clarkson Road. Deputies had warned the public that Edmonds was considered “extremely violent and dangerous.”
The Sheriff’s Department first issued the wanted notice earlier this year, asking for the community’s help in locating Edmonds. On Wednesday, officials posted an update saying he has now been arrested and thanked the public for assisting in the search.
The original incident took place in the 1100 block of Clarkson Road, where a stabbing reportedly occurred during a dispute. No additional details on the victim’s condition or the circumstances of the arrest were immediately released.
The department expressed gratitude to residents who shared tips through CrimeStoppers and local hotlines, crediting public awareness for helping bring the case to a close.
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