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Orangeburg Today
By the People, for the People
Man Charged in Multiple Orangeburg County Shootings
21-year-old Mark Harper Jr. faces attempted murder, armed robbery, and other charges.
Mar. 16, 2026 at 9:38pm
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Authorities in Orangeburg County, South Carolina have arrested 21-year-old Mark Harper Jr. in connection with three separate shootings that occurred in the county over the past few months. Harper faces numerous charges including attempted murder, armed robbery, criminal conspiracy, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, and unlawful possession of a machine gun.
Why it matters
The string of shootings in Orangeburg County has raised concerns about public safety and gun violence in the community. The arrest of Harper, who was denied bond, may help provide some relief and reassurance to residents affected by these incidents.
The details
According to the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office, Harper was involved in a shooting on March 11 on Magnolia Street that left one person hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. He was also linked to a drive-by shooting on March 7 on Chestnut Street that injured one person, as well as an armed robbery on January 31 where the victim was shot.
- The March 11 shooting on Magnolia Street occurred on a Friday morning.
- The March 7 drive-by shooting on Chestnut Street took place earlier this month.
- The January 31 armed robbery happened earlier this year.
The players
Mark Harper Jr.
A 21-year-old man arrested and charged in connection with three separate shootings in Orangeburg County.
Leroy Ravenell
The Orangeburg County Sheriff who announced the arrest of Harper.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident
What’s next
Harper was denied bond during a hearing on Saturday and is currently being held at the Orangeburg County Detention Center.
The takeaway
The arrest of Harper highlights the ongoing challenges Orangeburg County faces in addressing gun violence and public safety concerns. The community will be watching closely to see how the legal process unfolds and whether it leads to a reduction in similar incidents going forward.
