Jamil Temple Shooting in Columbia, SC: Deputy Injured and Suspect Killed During Gun Show Incident

A Lexington County deputy was shot while working security at a gun show at Jamil Temple in Columbia, South Carolina. The deputy was hospitalized in stable condition, and the customer who shot him was fatally shot by the deputy.

A shooting at Jamil Temple in Columbia, South Carolina, involved a Lexington County Sheriff’s deputy working security at a gun and knife show. The incident occurred on Saturday, November 14, 2026, and resulted in injuries to the deputy and the death of the customer who fired at him.

The incident prompted an emergency response and raised concerns among people attending the event. Initial reporting confirms that the deputy was taken to hospital for treatment and was in stable condition.

Shooting During South Carolina Gun and Knife Show

The shooting took place at Jamil Temple, where the South Carolina Arms Collector Association was hosting a gun and knife show. The Lexington County deputy was assigned to provide security at the event.

According to the confirmed account, a customer fired at the deputy. The deputy returned fire, fatally shooting the customer. The injured officer was transported to hospital and taken into surgery. The Lexington County Sheriff’s Office reported that he was in stable condition.

Suspect Fatally Shot After Firing at Deputy

The customer who fired at the deputy died during the encounter. Authorities had not publicly released the person’s identity or provided further details about what led to the shooting in the initial report.

The circumstances surrounding the confrontation, including what happened immediately before gunfire began, remained under investigation. No additional information about possible witnesses or other injuries was provided in the initial public account.

Investigation and Official Updates

The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department is the agency responsible for the deputy involved in the incident. Its official website provides news releases and public safety updates.

Further information may clarify the sequence of events, the identities of those involved and whether additional investigative findings will be released.

Disclaimer

The shooting, the deputy’s injuries, the customer’s death and the deputy’s stable condition were reported by the Associated Press on November 14, 2026. The suspect’s identity, motive and precise circumstances leading to the exchange of gunfire had not been publicly disclosed in that report.

The supplied article describes the event as unfolding, but the available reporting confirms that the customer was fatally shot. No unsupported claims about the individuals involved or the reason for the confrontation should be added.