Fireworks reported near local school, West Columbia SC
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency radio traffic reported suspected gunfire near the schoolhouse area in West Columbia. Responders later confirmed the sounds were fireworks coming from Forest Street.
Audio|Heard on: Lexington SC Law Dispatch Group Calls
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Transcript:
00:00
I think I heard sound coming from maybe around the schoolhouse area.
00:06
I believe that was a firework, sir.
00:08
I was on Forest Street when it went off and I heard the little sparklers afterwards.
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Location mentioned:
Forest St, West Columbia, SC 29169
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