Man shot son in self-defense, deputies say

Kershaw County, SC (WACH) — A Kershaw man has been arrested after officials say his father shot him in self defense.

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36-year-old Joshua Corey was shot by his father according to deputies.

Deputies say the incident happened on Saturday, February 12, around 11:00 a.m. Officials say a man called 911 to report his father shot him in the leg during a physical altercation.

Authorities say Corey's arrest has stemmed from an incident with his mother the night before. Corey has been charged with second-degree assault and battery.

Deputies responded to find the man conscious and alert. He was taken to a hospital, but left the hospital before being discharged. During the investigation, deputies say it appears the father shot the son in self defense.

Kershaw County Sheriff Lee Boan says Richland County deputies arrested the son and turned him over to Kershaw County deputies. He will face assault charges. Deputies say the son needs mental health resources.