Large 'Thin Blue Line' flag damaged at South Carolina business, lawmakers say
Updated: February 23, 2024 11:54 AM ET
A large “Thin Blue Line” flag flying above a business in Greenville County, South Carolina, was damaged early Friday morning, according to the Greenville County Sheriff's Office. (The video above shows the flag when it was first posted.) Investigators responded to Upstate Granite Solutions on New Easley Highway for a report of malicious damage at the business. He said he received a call around 7:30 a.m. after receiving the call. Deputies said two people were seen entering the property and damaged the flag. MORE NEWS: Off-duty law officer shoots, injures person, state investigation ramps up, officials say incident remains under investigation. No suspects have been identified at this time. MORE NEWS: Cause of death for slain Furman University football player announced A 60-foot-by-100-foot flag was hung at the store to honor Easley Police Officer Matthew Hare. he died in the line of duty. The company said the flag is an ongoing symbol of remembrance, honor and gratitude to all those who have put their lives on the line to keep our communities safe.
A large “Thin Blue Line” flag flying above a business in Greenville County, South Carolina, was damaged early Friday morning, according to the Greenville County Sheriff's Office.
(The video above shows the flag when it was first displayed)
Investigators said they were called to Upstate Granite Solutions on New Easley Highway around 7:30 a.m. after receiving a report of a malicious attack.
Deputies said two people were seen entering the property and damaged the flag.
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This incident is still under investigation. No suspects have been identified at this time.
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A 60-foot by 100-foot flag was flown at the store in honor of Easley Police Officer Matthew Hare, who was killed in the line of duty.
The company said the flag is an ongoing symbol of remembrance, honor and gratitude to all those who have put their lives on the line to keep our communities safe.
