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South Carolina Blue Alert Issued After Officer Shot in Blackville
21 Apr
Summary
- Blue Alert issued after law enforcement officer injured in shooting.
- Incident occurred near Gardenia Road in Blackville, SC.
- Suspect Lacey Cushman is wanted statewide following the incident.

A critical Blue Alert was issued in South Carolina after a law enforcement officer sustained injuries in a shooting incident. The event unfolded on or about April 21, 2026, near Gardenia Road in Blackville, South Carolina. The shooting led to a substantial police mobilization in the area.
Investigators have pinpointed Lacey Cushman as the suspect involved in the incident. A statewide BOLO (Be On the Lookout) has been disseminated for their capture. The condition of the injured officer has not been publicly disclosed as of this report.