STATEMENT FROM SOUTH CAROLINA LAW ENFORCEMENT DIVISION (SLED) CHIEF MARK KEEL ON THE COLLETON COUNTY FIRE INVESTIGATION:

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“At this time, there is no evidence to indicate the fire was intentionally set.

SLED Agents have preliminarily found there is no evidence to support a pre-fire explosion.

The investigation into the fire is still active and ongoing.

Upon the conclusion of the investigation, SLED will issue a follow up statement with additional information.

I urge our citizens, elected officials, and members of the press to exercise good judgement and not share information that has not been verified.”