Greenville Co. deputies shot during training exercise, officials say

by Mary Kate Howland

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office reports it is conducting an internal investigation after two deputies were injured during a training exercise on Tuesday.

According to officials, the incident occurred around 2 p.m. at an empty building located on Wade Hampton Boulevard. During the exercise, both deputies were hit once by a round. The content and type of round is under investigation.

Police said the injured deputies were transported to a local hospital for treatment.

Officials say that both deputies are expected to recover. One of the deputies is undergoing surgery for his injury.

Stay with FOX Carolina as we work to learn more.

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