SUMTER, S.C. – Officers from the Sumter Police Department are seeking a man involved in an armed robbery and shooting on Thursday night. The incident took place at a home in Hoyt Heights, where 68-year-old David McCoy faces multiple charges related to the shooting. The victim, 63-year-old David Lee Shaw, was shot and transported to Prisma Health Tuomey for treatment.
According to the police department, McCoy allegedly demanded money from Shaw before firing shots. As Shaw continues to recover, the department is urging the public to come forward with any information regarding McCoy’s whereabouts. Anyone with information is advised to contact the SPD at 803-436-2700 or submit tips to Crime Stoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC.
The Sumter Police Department is actively investigating this incident and seeking the community’s help in locating the suspect. McCoy’s involvement in the attempted robbery and shooting has raised concern in the neighborhood, prompting a call for anyone with information to come forward. Identifying McCoy’s whereabouts is crucial for the ongoing investigation and the safety of the community.
As the investigation unfolds, the Sumter Police Department is determined to bring the involved parties to justice. The authorities are committed to ensuring the safety and security of the community, and urge anyone with information to assist in their efforts to locate McCoy. The department is dedicated to swiftly resolving this case and preventing further incidents of this nature in the area.