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Orangeburg Today
By the People, for the People
Four Charged After Midday Shooting at Orangeburg Gas Station
Warrants state suspects went to convenience store to shoot victim, who returned fire before they fled in a red Tesla.
Apr. 10, 2026 at 10:05pm
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The aftermath of a brazen midday shooting at a busy Orangeburg intersection exposes the harsh realities of gun violence in the community.Orangeburg TodayFour people have been arrested in connection with a midday shooting incident at a busy intersection in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. According to warrants, three of the suspects went to a Marathon gas station and convenience store on Magnolia Street to shoot the victim, who then returned fire. The suspects then fled the scene in a red Tesla driven by the fourth suspect.
Why it matters
Midday shootings in public places raise serious concerns about public safety and the escalation of gun violence, even in broad daylight. This incident highlights the need for continued efforts to address gun crime and improve community-police relations in the Orangeburg area.
The details
Deputies were called to the corner of Magnolia and Chestnut streets around 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday after multiple shots were fired. Warrants state that 22-year-old Daniel Sharmique Brown, 19-year-old Qzah Brown, and 24-year-old Yikese Javier Franklin went to the Marathon gas station at 2212 Magnolia St. to shoot the victim. Qzah Brown allegedly handed a gun to Franklin, and at least one of the suspects fired at the victim, who then returned fire. The suspects then fled the scene in a red Tesla driven by 31-year-old Ciarra Orlean Copeland.
- The incident occurred around 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10, 2026.
The players
Daniel Sharmique Brown
A 22-year-old suspect charged with attempted murder, aggravated breach of peace, and criminal conspiracy.
Qzah Brown
A 19-year-old suspect charged with attempted murder, aggravated breach of peace, criminal conspiracy, and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.
Yikese Javier Franklin
A 24-year-old suspect charged with attempted murder, aggravated breach of peace, criminal conspiracy, and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.
Ciarra Orlean Copeland
A 31-year-old suspect charged with accessory after the fact of a felony for allegedly driving the suspects from the scene and changing the vehicle's license plate.
What’s next
The suspects are currently in custody, and the investigation is ongoing. The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office is working to determine the motive behind the shooting and whether any additional charges may be filed.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the continued need for comprehensive strategies to address gun violence and improve public safety in the Orangeburg community, including strengthening community-police relations, expanding violence prevention programs, and advocating for sensible gun legislation.
