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**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**
ONE APPREHENDED AND ONE WANTED IN OVERNIGHT SHOOTING
Laurens Police Department Press Release - November 22, 2023
Laurens - The Laurens Police Department reports the arrest of Kion Osha Ligon in connection with a late-night shooting at the Topic Lounge on West Main Street.
On the night of November 21, 2023, just before midnight, officers responded to reports of gunfire at the Topic Lounge, where an altercation escalated, leading to an armed assault on the crowded venue. Kion Osha Ligon, along with an accomplice, fired shots from a vehicle in the direction of the night club, resulting in charges of attempted murder and possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime.
Laurens Police Department successfully apprehended Kion Osha Ligon without incident. However, a second suspect related to this incident remains at large. The second suspect is Malcolm Jamar Fuller, who is a black, male, age 27, 6’0” tall, and 180 lbs. (See attached photo, but note this is an older image, and his appearance is said to have changed. He now has a full throat tattoo with “LA” in the center).
The Laurens Police Department urges anyone with information about the whereabouts of the second suspect or details about this incident to contact Detective Sgt. Sellers at bsellers@cityoflaurenssc.com or 864-681-2351. The safety of our community is our top priority, and we appreciate the public's cooperation in this matter.
**WANTED SUBJECT: MALCOLM JAMAR FULLER**
- *Considered armed and dangerous.*
Note: The two attempted murders occurred on Independence Ave, and the murder took place on Spring St. in the city limits of Laurens.
The Laurens Police Department would like to commend the swift and professional response of our officers in resolving this dangerous situation promptly. We remain dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of our citizens.
Updates will be provided here, but nothing further at this time.
