Sumter County, SC – A Shocking Father-Son Assault Leaves Woman Hospitalized; Both Men Arrested
SUMTER COUNTY, SC — A deeply disturbing domestic violence case has rocked the Sumter County community, resulting in the arrests of a father and son following a brutal assault on a woman at a residence on Old Pocalla Road. Authorities have identified the suspects as Willie James Sigler, 65, and his son, Gregory Maurice Sigler, both of whom now face serious criminal charges stemming from the vicious attack that occurred late Saturday night.
🚨 The Incident
Deputies with the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched around 11:12 p.m. on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in response to reports of a disturbance and possible shooting at a residence in the 3600 block of Old Pocalla Road. When they arrived on the scene, they found a woman lying in the yard with severe injuries—she had sustained a gunshot wound and visible blunt force trauma, believed to have been inflicted by a baseball bat.
The victim, who has not been publicly identified, was quickly transported to a local hospital, where she was listed in serious but stable condition. Her injuries were described as extensive, and authorities confirmed that she had been both beaten and shot during the terrifying ordeal.
👤 Arrest of Willie James Sigler
Upon arrival, law enforcement located Willie James Sigler inside the home. According to officials, Sigler refused to exit the residence despite repeated commands from deputies. Ultimately, it was a family member who was able to convince him to surrender peacefully. He was taken into custody without further incident.
Investigators say the assault began as a domestic dispute between Sigler and the woman, but quickly escalated into a life-threatening act of violence. Based on the evidence and the victim’s account, deputies charged Willie Sigler with Attempted Murder.
He is currently being held at the Sumter County Detention Center without bond.
👤 Gregory Maurice Sigler’s Involvement
The investigation did not stop with the arrest of Willie Sigler. Authorities determined that Gregory Maurice Sigler, the suspect’s son, also played an active role in the assault. Evidence suggests Gregory attacked the woman with a baseball bat during the incident before fleeing the scene prior to the arrival of law enforcement.
A warrant was quickly issued for his arrest, and on Wednesday, July 30, around 4:43 p.m., deputies spotted and pulled over Gregory on Boulevard Road at Hauser Street. During the traffic stop, Gregory allegedly resisted arrest and physically assaulted deputies before he was subdued and taken into custody.
He now faces charges including Assault and Battery of a High and Aggravated Nature, Resisting Arrest, and Assaulting a Law Enforcement Officer. Like his father, Gregory Sigler is being held without bond.
🕵️ Ongoing Investigation
Sumter County Sheriff Anthony Dennis described the case as “one of the more disturbing domestic incidents” his department has handled this year. The violent nature of the attack—combined with the involvement of both a father and son—has sparked community concern and prompted renewed conversations around domestic abuse and family violence.
Investigators are continuing to piece together the full details of what led to the attack. Authorities believe this was an isolated incident and that there is no ongoing threat to the general public.
⚖️ Charges and Legal Proceedings
Willie James Sigler, 65
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Charge: Attempted Murder
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Bond: Denied
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Status: In custody at Sumter County Detention Center
Gregory Maurice Sigler
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Charges:
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Assault and Battery of a High and Aggravated Nature
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Resisting Arrest
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Assault on Law Enforcement Officers
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Bond: Denied
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Status: In custody at Sumter County Detention Center
💬 Community Reaction
The violent nature of the assault has stunned many in the Sumter County community. Neighbors expressed disbelief that such an incident could happen in a quiet residential area. Domestic violence advocates are now urging individuals experiencing abuse to seek help and are reminding the public of the importance of speaking out before conflicts escalate into tragedy.
📞 Resources
If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, you can reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or visit thehotline.org for confidential support and resources.
This remains a developing story. Authorities say additional charges may be forthcoming as they continue their investigation. Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office.