Deceased Man Identified In Florence Nightclub Shooting

A disturbance broke out at Qulture Bistro on East Palmetto Street that resulted in gunfire.

The deceased victim of a Florence nightclub shooting has been identified.

Around 3am on Sunday, a disturbance broke out at Qulture Bistro on East Palmetto Street that resulted in gunfire.

Six people were injured with gunshot wounds and their current conditions are unknown.

The man who died was identified as 39-year-old Melvin Gibson. He was the security guard of the establishment and is said to have died in an attempt to protect others.

It was reported that the shooting occurred after Gibson refused to let a group enter the business. Charges are expected to come in relation to the incident.