Man Facing Murder Charges In Florence Stabbing

Upon arrival, a woman was found deceased inside and appeared to have suffered stab wounds.

We now have an update regarding a stabbing incident that occurred in Florence County.

Tuesday morning, police responded to the 200 block of N. Coit Street.

Upon arrival, a woman was found deceased inside and appeared to have suffered stab wounds.

The woman’s identity has not been publicly released and an autopsy is scheduled for this week.

Michael Smith was arrested and charged with murder and possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime.

Further details are limited as investigators work to learn more.