Deputy kills man accused of shooting at him during gun show

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS/Gray News) - A suspect who died after shooting at a Lexington County deputy working security at this weekend’s South Carolina Arms Collectors Association gun show at Jamil Temple has been identified.

Telvin Pierre Portee, 34, died at the scene from a gunshot wound, according to the Lexington County coroner’s office.

The shooting happened around 1:30 p.m. on Nov. 14.

The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department said the suspect shot at the deputy, who then returned fire and killed the suspect.

The deputy was taken to the hospital and is in stable condition, authorities said.

What led up to the shooting is unclear. Once the shots were exchanged, panic ensued, prompting patrons to rush outside.

Traffic was backed up in the area as the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department (LCSD) and the Columbia Police responded to the scene.

Shortly after, deputies said there was no ongoing threat to the public.

A handful of deputies and detectives remained at the scene into the evening, gathering information and interviewing witnesses.

The investigation has now been turned over to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division.