Today marks anniversary of Charleston Church Shooting at Mother Emanuel AME - ABC Columbia

Published
June 17, 2026
Location
Columbia, South Carolina
Mother Emanuel AME church
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Incident type
Shooting

Summary

Shooting Columbia South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina: On June 17, 2015, Dylan Roof opened fire on nine people attending a bible study at Mother Emanuel AME church in Columbia, South Carolina. The shooting resulted in the deaths of nine individuals. This event is marked by an anniversary commemoration, and a permanent memorial honoring the victims is expected to open in October.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Dylan Roof Unknown Unknown

Original reporting

Today marks anniversary of Charleston Church Shooting at Mother Emanuel AME - ABC Columbia

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