A deputy working security at a South Carolina gun show fatally shot a man who fired on him, authorities said.
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A Lexington County deputy working security at a gun show in South Carolina fatally shot a customer who fired on him Saturday, the sheriff’s office said.
The deputy was taken into surgery and was listed in stable condition, according to the sheriff’s office statement.
The shooting occurred at Jamil Temple, where the South Carolina Arms Collector Association was holding a gun and knife show.
The sheriff’s office did not provide additional details about the incident.
The Jamil Temple is owned by the Shriners and is frequently rented out for events including gun shows, jewelry expos and roller derbies.
Rules for the gun show posted on the association’s website state that loaded weapons are banned except for on-duty police officers, and that all weapons must have their actions secured.
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