From staff reports
A shooting on St. Helena Island injured an individual Tuesday night, Sept. 13.
The condition of the victim is unknown at this time. No other information regarding the circumstances that may have led to the shooting has been released.
At this time, there is no indication that a suspect has been detained or identified. The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office advised that an increased law enforcement presence should be expected in the vicinity of Seaside Road and Ginsing Lane for several hours.
Deputies responded to the report of a gunshot victim at that location at 8:45 p.m. The victim was located and transported to Beaufort Memorial Hospital for treatment of their injuries.
Anyone who may have witnessed the shooting is encouraged to contact the Sheriff’s Office Non-Emergency Dispatch at 843-524-2777 or Crime Stoppers of the Lowcountry at 843-554-1111 if wishing to remain anonymous and for a possible reward.
