Couple accused of assaulting, pointing gun at victim in Florence County

On December 12, 2024By Online Niel

FLORENCE COUNTY, SC (WMBF) – Two Pee Dee people are facing charges after they were allegedly involved in an assault in November.

Christopher Lovin and Kallie Lovin were booked into the Florence County Detention Center on Tuesday, records show.

Kallie Lovin is charged with attempted murder, pointing and presenting a firearm, and possession of a weapon during a violent crime. Meanwhile, Christopher Lovin faces a third-degree felony charge.

FROM LEFT: Christopher Lovin, Kallie Lovin(Florence County Detention Center)

The Florence County Sheriff’s Office said the charges stem from a Nov. 1 incident at a home on Old Creek Road in Scranton.

Deputies said Christopher Lovin allegedly assaulted a victim following a verbal argument. Meanwhile, Kallie Lovin is accused of pointing a gun at the victim and pulling the trigger — but the gun didn’t go off, according to deputies.

Christopher Lovin was released Wednesday morning on a $1,000 bond, records show.

As of 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, Kallie Lovin remains in jail.

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