From staff reports
A 3 year old was shot and killed and two others were wounded Sunday, Oct. 1, at Beaufort’s Cross Creek Apartments after a domestic dispute occurred during a child exchange.
Ariana Fair died from her injuries at the hospital, according to Beaufort County Coroner David Ott.
Beaufort Police Investigators have obtained warrants for Jonathan Tyleke Fair, 27, who is wanted on charges of Murder, two counts of Attempted Murder, and Possession of a Weapon During a Violent Crime.
According to the City of Beaufort Police, at approximately 12:41 p.m., officers responded to a shooting incident at Cross Creek Apartments, 325 Ambrose Run.
Upon arrival, officers observed a 26-year-old female with serious injuries. The victim was stabilized and was transported by EMS to a local hospital.
Officers received a secondary report of a gunshot victim en route to a local hospital. Officers responded to the hospital in reference to two additional gunshot victims related to the incident. Officers located a 25-year-old male with non-life-threatening injuries and a 3-year-old with life-threatening injuries. The 3-year-old later succumbed to their injuries.
Investigation revealed a domestic dispute occurred during a child exchange that escalated into an incident where shots were fired.
Investigators are actively searching for Fair; he is known to frequent the Big Estates and the Yemassee area. The public should not approach Fair as he is considered to be armed and dangerous. If seen, call 9-1-1 immediately.
Anyone who may have information about this incident or information on Fair’s whereabouts is encouraged to contact Investigator Andersen at 843-322-7941, or the Anonymous Tip Line at 843-322-7938.
