At least five people, including two children, were killed in what police are calling a mass shooting in York County, South Carolina, on Wednesday.
Police were called to 4400 Marshall Road for reports of a shooting around 4:45 p.m.
UPDATE: At 4:45 PM deputies were sent to a home near 4400 Marshall Rd. reference a report of a shooting involving multiple individuals. We’re searching for a young black male wearing a hoodie & camo pants. This is a very active investigation. More when info available. #YCSONews pic.twitter.com/yirsSlFZoW
— YCSO_SC (@YCSO_SC) April 7, 2021
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Police tweeted that they were looking for a Black man wearing a black hoodie and camouflage pants who was seen in the area.
NEW: Residents in the area of 4400 Marshal Rd. YCSO is looking for a young black male wearing a black hoodie and camo pants last seen in the area of 4400 Marshall Rd, Rock Hill. Suspect is possibly armed & dangerous. Any contact or information call 9-1-1 immediately. #YCSONews
— YCSO_SC (@YCSO_SC) April 7, 2021
The shooting victims near Rock Hill included a doctor, his wife and their two grandchildren, the York County Sheriff’s Office announced.
According to ABC News, they were identified as 70-year-old Dr. Robert Lesslie, his wife, 69-year-old Barbara Lesslie, their two grandchildren aged five and nine, and 39-year-old James Lewis, who was working at the home when he was shot.
Sadly 5 people have died as a result of the shooting. Dr. Robert Lesslie & his wife, Barbara Lesslie were both found in the home & died as a result of gunshot wounds, as well as their 2 grandchildren. James Lewis of Gastonia, was working at the home & died from gunshot wounds
— YCSO_SC (@YCSO_SC) April 8, 2021
According to CNN, the family was prominent and very well known.
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UPDATE: We have IDed the person we feel is responsible for the shooting on Marshall Rd. We found him in a nearby house. There is no active threat to the community. Detectives are still in the area serving a search warrant & investigating this tragic event. #YCSONews
— YCSO_SC (@YCSO_SC) April 8, 2021
A source briefed on the investigation told the Associated Press that the gunman was NFL player Phillip Adams.
Police confirmed Adams as the suspect in a press conference held Thursday afternoon.
Adams, a graduate of South Carolina State University, has played for the Atlanta Falcons, New York Jets, Oakland Raiders, Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers.
The publication reported that the 33-year-old was found in a home near the crime scene.
The doctor, who lived near Adams’ parents, treated the player.
This is a developing story that will be updated.
