Richland Public Health is confirming an 11th confirmed COVID-19 death in Richland County on July 27, a 69-year-old male who was from a congregate living setting and had underlying health conditions. He first tested for COVID-19 on July 8.
This is the first time in Richland County that two deaths have been reported on the same date, although the first death was on July 26 and the second this morning. We regret having to make two reports and the staff at Richland Public Health extends sympathies to the family and friends of both pandemic virus victims.