Richland County, SC – Sheriff Leon Lott provided an investigative update Sunday regarding a shooting that occurred following a reported home invasion on Alcott Road, according to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department.
During the press conference, Sheriff Lott confirmed that the incident took place on Saturday, January 4, 2026, when deputies were called to a home in the Columbia area after reports of gunfire connected to a suspected home invasion.
According to the department, investigators are working to determine what led up to the shooting and the relationship between the individuals involved. Sheriff Lott said more details would be released as the investigation progresses, but confirmed that one person was shot during the incident. Their condition has not yet been released.
Authorities are asking anyone with information or surveillance footage from the Alcott Road area to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC.
The sheriff’s office stated that updates will continue to be shared through official channels and local media partners including WLTX, WIS, and WACH.
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