A man accused of opening fire inside a Lake City apartment complex on Tuesday is now in custody hundreds of miles away, after federal marshals arrested him in Washington, D.C., according to police. Investigators have identified the suspect as Lawrence Graham Jr., who is facing an attempted murder charge along with a weapons-enhancement count.
As reported by WPDE, the United States Marshals Service took Graham into custody at a family member's residence in Washington, D.C. He is being held there while authorities move to extradite him back to Lake City to answer the charges.
Where the Shooting Happened
The shooting is alleged to have taken place inside an apartment complex on Ron McNair Boulevard, described as a primary corridor through Lake City. The road is lined with clinics, shops and housing, according to the City of Lake City.
Charges and Legal Context
Lake City police have charged Graham with attempted murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime, according to local reporting. As outlined by WPDE, he is awaiting extradition to face prosecution in Florence County.
Under South Carolina law, attempted murder is a felony that can carry a sentence of up to 30 years in prison (Justia), and state code also provides a separate mandatory five-year term for possessing a firearm or knife during the commission or attempted commission of a violent crime (Justia). Authorities have not released further details about a possible motive or the victims while the investigation and transfer continue.
