Richland County man charged for attempted murder in shooting a man twice

The Richland County Sheriff’s Department has arrested a man for a shooting that left a man wounded.

On May 24 around 8 p.m., deputies was called to Harlem Street for a man who had been shot twice on Palmland Drive, which is located in a Lower Richland neighborhood. Officials said he suffered a gunshot wound to the upper body and one to the lower body.

Justin Long, 37, was charged with attempted murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime, according to a news release.

Long was taken to the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center. He was denied bond.

The sheriff’s department is continuing to investigate.

Those with information are asked to call 911 or leave an anonymous tip through CrimeStoppers at 1-888-CRIMESC.

Alexa Jurado

The State

Alexa Jurado is a news reporter for The State covering Lexington County and Richland County schools. She previously wrote about the University of South Carolina and contributes to this coverage. A Chicago suburbs native, Alexa graduated from Marquette University and previously wrote for publications in Illinois and Wisconsin. Her work has been recognized by the Society of Professional Journalists, the Milwaukee Press Club and the South Carolina Press Association.