Shaw airman found dead from apparent suicide in Sumter County

An airman stationed at Shaw Air Force Base was found dead from an apparent suicide in his home Sunday afternoon, officials reported.

The airman was found at his off-base residence in Dalzell around 5:10 p.m. Sunday, according to a news release from Shaw AFB.

The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office reported the incident has been ruled a suicide, and no foul play is suspected.

The airman was assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing.

The incident report stated the two letters and a firearm were found at the scene.

This story was originally published June 26, 2017 at 10:05 AM with the headline "Shaw airman found dead from apparent suicide in Sumter County."