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‘My heart is heavy’: High school student killed in bus stop shooting, authorities say
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Anisa Snipes , as published by Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The victim, a 17-year-old high school student, was killed in the incident.
A fatal shooting occurred near a school bus stop in South Carolina. The victim, a 17-year-old high school student, was killed in the incident. Authorities have identified the student and are investigating the shooting.
The incident happened on West Rutledge Avenue, and officials are reviewing surveillance video. A male suspect approached the victim, leading to a short altercation and the fatal shooting. Further details about the incident are available from local news sources, including the Cherokee County Coroner's Office and the Gaffney Police Department.
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Category: safety Published: August 12, 2026 Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News Reading time: 1 min
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