Irmo, SC, September 29, 2025

News Summary

In Irmo, South Carolina, Charmika Wright, 46, has been arrested and charged with murder following the shooting death of 22-year-old James R. Outland. The incident arose from a neighbor dispute over the alleged unauthorized use of Wi-Fi. The confrontation escalated when Wright allegedly fired multiple shots at Outland. Following her arrest, she was denied bail and remains in custody. The tragic events highlight the risks associated with unresolved neighborhood conflicts.

Irmo, SC: Woman Charged with Murder After Fatal Shooting of Neighbor

A woman is under arrest and charged with murder following a shooting incident in Irmo, South Carolina. The suspect, Charmika Wright, 46, was taken into custody after the shooting death of 22-year-old James R. Outland.

The incident occurred on Wednesday around 3 p.m. in the cul-de-sac of Hedgefield Court. Law enforcement deputies responded to multiple reports of a shooting and found Wright still present at the scene. Outland was discovered with a gunshot wound to the upper body and was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

The Richland County Sheriff’s Department indicated that the shooting stemmed from an ongoing neighbor dispute. Prior to the event, Wright accused Outland of using her Wi-Fi without permission during a confrontation at his workplace. Reportedly, tensions had been building between the two, with previous complaints made by Wright to law enforcement concerning her neighbors.

Following the initial confrontation, Wright proceeded to Outland’s residence and exchanged words with Outland’s wife. This exchange escalated the situation further, leading to Outland’s wife calling him home. The evolving confrontation culminated in Wright allegedly firing several shots at Outland as he attempted to prevent her from entering his property.

The Sheriff’s Department stated that this violent encounter could have been avoided and emphasized that neighborhood disputes should not escalate to lethal violence. Following her arrest, Wright appeared in court for a bond hearing, where she was denied bail. She will remain at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center until her next scheduled court appearance on January 31, 2025.

Wright’s defense attorney claimed that she acted in self-defense, although this assertion has yet to be substantiated in court. Outland’s wife witnessed the tragic incident and has expressed profound loss over the death of her husband, whom she had been married to for less than a year.

Background Context

The shooting underscores the dangers of unresolved conflicts between neighbors. Wright and Outland had previous interactions, with Wright expressing concerns about Outland’s alleged use of her Wi-Fi. This dispute escalated over time, ultimately leading to an irreversible tragedy on Wednesday.

The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue to assess the circumstances surrounding the incident, and the community grapples with the shocking turn of events.

Key Details

• Incident: Fatal shooting of James R. Outland
• Suspect: Charmika Wright (46 years old)
• Date of Incident: Wednesday, around 3 p.m.
• Location: Hedgefield Court, Irmo, SC
• Injuries: Outland sustained a gunshot wound to the upper body and died at the hospital
• Circumstances: Neighbor dispute over Wi-Fi usage
• Current Status: Wright charged with murder and denied bail; next court appearance is on January 31, 2025

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Additional Resources

• WLTX: Woman Charged with Murder After Fatal Shooting of Neighbor
• WISTV: Man Wanted in Deadly Richland County Gas Station Shooting
• The State: Shooting Incident in Irmo
• Wikipedia: Neighborhood Dispute
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Crime

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