NEWBERRY COUNTY — Sheriff’s Deputies and SLED agents using helicopters and bloodhounds are chasing two suspects that were possibly involved in the attempted robbery yesterday on S.C. 34.

The suspects fled from a residence on Skating Rink Loop, toward White’s Trailer Park and Lanewood Road.

The suspects are two black males wearing dark hoodies and dark colored pants. Both are carrying backpacks. Both suspects are considered armed.

Residents in the area are asked to shelter in place and call 911 should they see anyone matching the descriptions. The Sheriff’s Office is requesting people to remove any keys from vehicles.

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Staff Report