1 killed in Florence nightclub shooting, police say

1 killed in Florence nightclub shooting, police say

FLORENCE, S.C. (WBTW) — One person was killed in an early morning nightclub shooting, Florence police said.

It happened about 2 a.m. Saturday at Absolem Hookah Lounge at 1931 Second Loop Road. When officers arrived, witnesses were trying to help the victim.

Officers began to assist until EMS arrived and transported the person to an area hospital, where they were pronounced dead.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Cpl. Neal at bneal@cityofflorence.com or by calling 843-665-3191. Tips can also be left anonymously through the city’s website.

Count on News13 for updates.

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Adam Benson joined the News13 digital team in January 2024. He is a veteran South Carolina reporter with previous stops at the Greenwood Index-Journal, Post & Courier and The Sun News in Myrtle Beach. Adam is a Boston native and University of Utah graduate. Follow Adam on X, formerly Twitter, at @AdamNewshound12. See more of his work here.

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