RAPID CITY, S.D. – The Pennington County Sheriff’s Office says they responded to a shots fired call outside the fairgrounds of the Central State’s Fair early Sunday morning.
In a release, the sheriff’s office reported that just after midnight after the fair had closed, the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office received reports of hearing gunshots near the fairgrounds. On-duty Deputies also heard gunshots and immediately responded to an area outside the fairgrounds.
It appears the shooter(s) fled the area. Law Enforcement does not believe anyone was injured in the incident.
“The Central States Fair continues to be a safe, family-friendly event. The Pennington County Sheriff’s Office always has an increased presence at the fair,” explains Lieutenant Chris Hislip.
The incident remains under investigation. If you have any information, please contact the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office at (605) 394-6115.
