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Teacher Arrested for Racially Charged Assault at Sam's Club

2/22/2026

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Ashley Murff, an elementary school teacher, allegedly assaulted a woman at Sam’s Club in Columbia, South Carolina, on February 14 after reportedly calling her a racial slur.
The victim was helping an elderly woman when the incident occurred.
Murff was arrested four days later and charged with third-degree assault and battery.
T’Nae Parker, a friend of the victim, expressed concern about emotional impact of racial bias in public interactions.

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Story summary

Ashley Murff, an elementary school teacher, allegedly assaulted a woman at Sam’s Club in Columbia, South Carolina, on February 14 after reportedly calling her a racial slur.
The victim was helping an elderly woman when the incident occurred.
Murff was arrested four days later and charged with third-degree assault and battery.
T’Nae Parker, a friend of the victim, expressed concern about emotional impact of racial bias in public interactions.