Teen facing 6 counts of attempted murder after firing into home, police say [Video]

GREENWOOD, S.C. (FOX Carolina) – The Greenwood Police Department said a man is facing multiple charges following a shooting into a home on Wednesday.

According to the department, officers were called to Plowden Avenue for a report of shots being fired. Upon arrival, they found shell casings and identified a home that had been shot at.

Police said they began an investigation and in collaboration with the Abbeville County Sheriff’s Office, officials executed a search warrant in Abbeville County.

Officials stated 18-year-old Ja’Kwon Cornlious Elmore was taken into custody and is currently being held at the Greenwood County Detention Center. He has been charged with the following:

• (6 counts) Attempted murder
• Possession of a firearm during the commission of a violent crime
• Firing into a dwelling

The department said it is still investigating this incident and urges the community to contact the Greenville Police Department with any information at 864-942-8407.

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