CLEMSON, S.C. — A driver traveling along US 76 in Clemson was shot at with what police described as a machine gun after honking at another motorist who had cut him off in traffic. Authorities say the incident happened late Wednesday morning and ended with the suspect being apprehended minutes later by deputies in Anderson County.
According to Clemson police, the confrontation began around 11:45 a.m. when a gray sedan abruptly cut off another driver heading north on the highway. The victim honked his horn, prompting the sedan to pull over into the median before re-entering traffic.
Suspect Opened Fire at Traffic Light, Police Say
Investigators say the situation escalated when both vehicles approached the intersection at Old Stone Church Road.
As the victim came to a stop at the light, the suspect allegedly pulled up behind him, leaned out, and opened fire, striking the vehicle multiple times…