A car linked to a homicide investigation in Cayce led Lexington County deputies on a chase early Saturday morning.
High-Speed Pursuit on Highway 321
Deputies attempted to perform a traffic stop on the vehicle, but the driver continued along Highway 321, prompting a pursuit.
PIT Maneuver Stops Suspect
The chase ended near the South Carolina State Farmers Market when a deputy used a precision immobilization technique, known as a PIT maneuver, to safely stop the car.
Shooting Incident During Arrest
After the vehicle came to a stop, the suspect began firing a gun, including a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Deputies administered first aid and called EMS before the suspect was transported to a hospital for treatment.
Ongoing Investigations
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is investigating the shooting, while the South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating the chase.
