FBI investigating after South Carolina couple accused of harassing Black neighbors

Federal agents are investigating allegations of racial discrimination after a South Carolina couple was accused of harassing and stalking their Black neighbors.

Federal agents are investigating allegations of racial discrimination after a South Carolina couple was accused of harassing and stalking their Black neighbors.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation said it executed "court-authorized law enforcement activity" at a residence in Conway on Wednesday.

"This action is related to an ongoing criminal civil rights investigation involving allegations of racial discrimination," Steve Jensen, FBI special agent in charge with the Columbia division, said in a statement.

"We are working jointly with the U.S. Attorney's Office, as well as our local and state partners, to thoroughly examine this matter, and we're dedicated to ensuring equality and fairness within our communities," he said.