From staff reports
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) arrested a Burton man Monday, Dec. 1, in connection with a stabbing that occurred earlier in the day in Burton.
Angel Avila-Castro, 18, faces charges of Attempted Murder and Possession of a Weapon During Commission of a Violent Crime. He was transported to the Beaufort County Detention Center, where he remains incarcerated.
According to the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, at approximately 12:57 p.m. on Monday, deputies responded to the area of Noye Wiggins Drive in response to a reported stabbing. Upon arrival, deputies located a 16-year-old female suffering from stab wounds. The male suspect, Avila-Castro, along with several witnesses, remained on scene.
According to the BCSO, the investigation revealed that a domestic altercation occurred between family members at their residence. At some point during the incident, Avila-Castro allegedly retrieved a utility knife and stabbed the victim.
Beaufort County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded, and the victim was transported for medical treatment of her injuries.
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office encourages the community to report suspicious and criminal activity by calling our non-emergency dispatch line at 843-524-2777. If wishing to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers of Beaufort County via the P3 Tips app on your mobile device, online at tipsbft.com, or by calling 844-TIPS-BFT (844-847-7238).
