Crime at 1000 BLOCK OF CENTER ST on 01/11/2026 9:24 PM
Type: Other
Date: 01/11/2026 9:24 PM
Description: Domestic. Disclaimer: This is from the West Columbia Police Calls for Service. Information is Subject to Change.
Address: 1000 BLOCK OF CENTER ST, West Columbia, SC
Case Number: 2601023
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