Florence Police respond to two shootings

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Authorities in Florence, South Carolina responded to reports of two separate shooting incidents in the city on Monday. Shortly after the first shooting on Coit Street, police heard more gunfire in the area of N Dargan Street, where they found a juvenile victim who had been injured.

Why it matters

Gun violence and public safety are ongoing concerns for the Florence community, which has seen a rise in shooting incidents in recent years. These latest events highlight the need for law enforcement and community leaders to address the root causes of such violence.

The details

According to a release from the Florence Police Department, officers responded to the first shooting on Coit Street, and shortly after, they heard more gunshots being fired in the area of N Dargan Street. At that second location, they found a juvenile victim who had sustained injuries from the shooting.

• The initial shooting incident occurred on Coit Street on Monday.
• Shortly after the first shooting, police heard more gunfire in the area of N Dargan Street.

What’s next

Authorities are investigating both shooting incidents and working to identify any suspects or motives behind the violence.