Sumter, SC – Deputies announced an arrest Thursday in the November 10 shooting on Picardy Drive that left one person dead and another wounded.
According to the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office, 20-year-old Ken’Dedric Lamann Bolden of Bishopville was taken into custody on December 5 in connection with the deadly incident. The shooting allegedly resulted in the death of Jaikailah Richardson, while a juvenile at the scene was wounded and survived.
Bolden is facing several felony charges, according to deputies, including murder, attempted murder, discharging firearms into a dwelling, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, and breach of trust with fraudulent intent involving more than $10,000. Authorities did not release additional details regarding the fraud allegation but noted it was tied to an ongoing investigation.
Deputies said the November 10 shooting prompted an extensive search, with investigators working leads for nearly a month before securing Bolden’s arrest. He was transported to the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Detention Center, where officials report his bond was denied.
Authorities have not released further information about a possible motive, the condition of the injured juvenile, or whether additional arrests are expected. The investigation remains active.
Residents in the Picardy Drive area are encouraged to contact the sheriff’s office if they have additional information that could assist detectives.
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