Greenville Warns of AI Virtual Kidnapping Scam
Police urge residents to guard against scammers who clone voices to fake the abduction of loved ones and demand ransom.
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Greenville Crime News
This page covers criminal activity, law enforcement operations, the justice system and public safety. Reporting follows police procedures, court proceedings and the investigations that affect the city.
Property Crime
Greenville Vape Shop Robbed at Knifepoint
A clerk sustained injuries during a robbery at a Poinsett Highway store on Friday night.
Financial Crime
Federal Inmate Escaped Custody in Greenville
Joshua Brian Atkinson was captured following an escape from a federal facility and a vehicle chase.
Accidents
Greenville Man Faces Felony Charges After Towing Site Assault
A 33-year-old suspect allegedly struck two people with a vehicle at a local towing company.
Violence
Person Injured in Shooting at Haywood Mall
Authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred in the parking garage at a Greenville shopping center.
Drug Crime
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Greenville Woman Sentenced for Drug Trafficking
A federal judge sentenced 55-year-old Crystal Kay Sarratt to 25 years in prison for trafficking cocaine and meth.
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