MARLBORO COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) -- Human remains found in Marlboro County earlier this week have been identified as a Scotland County man reported missing nearly two years ago.

The remains of Shelton Bennett of Laurel Hill were found on Aug. 1 on a vacant farm in the Adamsville area, according to Coroner De'Aron "Dee" M. Smith. Smith said the identity was determined using "comprehensive forensic analysis and investigative procedures."

Bennet’s family reported him missing in August 2023, saying they had not seen him for days. His car, a blue Dodge Challenger, was found on Butler Road near Laurinburg in Scotland County.

At the time, Scotland County authorities said they suspected criminal involvement, and they used K-9s and drones to search the area. They conducted another hourslong search a

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