Deputies say man involved in domestic situation committed suicide

Lexington Co. Deputies say a man who was located Tuesday after a domestic situation committed suicide after shooting his wife

LEXINGTON CO., S.C. (WOLO)—Lexington Co. Deputies say a man who was located Tuesday after a domestic situation committed suicide after shooting his wife.

Investigators responded to Haskell Rd. in response to a domestic situation when a man ran from the scene.

Deputies say his body was located a short time later after K9 deputies and drones were deployed.

Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon says, “This is an unfortunate situation and the family has some tough days ahead.”

The victim was hospitalized for a gunshot wound. Her condition is unknown at this time.

Authorities say the investigation is ongoing.