Easley Walmart Shooting Under Investigation as Police Clear Scene and Launch Probe
EASLEY, S.C. – Police in Easley are investigating after a shooting was reported Thursday night at the Walmart on Rolling Hills Circle, drawing a heavy law enforcement presence and raising concern among late-night shoppers.
According to WYFF News 4, officers responded to the store just after 9 p.m. following a 911 call reporting a gunshot wound.
Police Confirm Active Investigation
Easley Police Department spokesperson Ashley Anderson confirmed the response, saying,
“The investigation has just begun, and officers are working to establish exactly what happened.”
As of Thursday evening, the Pickens County Coroner’s Office had not been dispatched, but confirmed that the initial emergency call was tied to a shooting incident.
Scene Cleared Quickly
Photojournalists at the scene reported that officers secured the area and began interviews with possible witnesses. By 9:25 p.m., police had cleared the parking lot and allowed normal activity to resume at the store, though officials stressed that the case remains under investigation.
A law enforcement officer familiar with the response, who was not authorized to speak publicly, told WYFF that updates would likely be released Friday morning.
Community Response
News of the incident spread quickly across Easley, with residents expressing concern about the rising number of violent events in public spaces. “It’s frightening to think that even running into Walmart on a Thursday night could put you at risk,” one Easley resident said in reaction on social media.
Local shoppers who arrived after the scene was cleared said they were surprised by the visible police activity. “We just saw the blue lights and tape, and we knew something serious had gone down,” another resident commented.
What Happens Next
Authorities say more details are expected to be released after initial interviews and evidence collection are complete. For now, it remains unclear how many people were involved, whether a suspect has been identified, or the current condition of the individual tied to the gunshot wound report.
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