Cayce Department of Public Safety investigating shooting that left two dead, one wounded

Cayce, SC (Paul Kirby) – The Cayce Department of Public Safety is investigating an overnight shooting that left two dead and another wounded. According to the department, this happened at approximately 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 2, 2020.

The department was called to a report of shots fired at about that time on Allen Street in the city. According to Ashley Hunter, spokesperson for the city, they arrived within minutes. When officers pulled up on the scene, they found three gunshot victims. Two of the victims are confirmed deceased and one is being treated for serious injuries. That individual was treated by first responders and Lexington County EMS at the scene of the shooting and then quickly transported to a local hospital.

At this point, this is an ongoing investigation. The department is asking that anyone that has any knowledge of this shooting please call the Cayce Department of Public Safety at 803-794-0456.