Swilling was in the Law Enforcement Center parking lot and approached an officer and deputy in a “threatening manner” with what appeared to be a weapon. Fearing for their safety, they both shot at Swilling, hitting him at least once. Swilling fell down, but continued to approach them, so they took cover behind a vehicle and both fired again, hitting him at least once more. Swilling was pronounced dead at the scene. After further investigation, it was revealed that Swilling was "armed" with a hot glue gun.
Victim's Name: Wesley Kyle Swilling
Agency Responsible: Greenville County Sheriff's Office
Gender: Male
Age: 31
Race: Unknown race
Date of Death: January 14, 2013
County: Greenville
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Justified
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Unclear
Weapon: hot glue gun
Geography: Suburban