By Mike McCombs
The Island News
The Beaufort Police are hoping someone will have information that can help them find the person that shot and killed a St. Helena Island man Monday night, Nov. 20 at the Forest Park Apartments.
At about 9:18 p.m., Beaufort Police officers responded to a shots fired report at the Forest Park Apartments at 408 Battery Creek Road. Upon arrival, officers found an 18-year-old male deceased in a vehicle.
Beaufort County Coroner David Ott identified the man as Christopher David Bowen of St. Helena Island. According to Ott, he was pronounced dead at the scene and his death has been ruled a homicide.
Officers from multiple jurisdictions responded and immediately secured the area. Deputy Chief Stephenie Price, the Beaufort Police spokesperson, said the investigation is ongoing, but so far, investigators don’t have much to go on.
“We are still looking for witnesses, we have not received any tips yet,” Price said. “There was not a lot to work with. We would appreciate any information, any tips that anyone has.”
Anyone with information is encouraged to please contact Investigator Ashley Setian at 843-322-7928 or if you would like to stay anonymous, please contact the TIP LINE at 843-322-7938 and please reference case #23B47488.
Mike McCombs is the Editor of The Island News and can be reached at TheIslandNews@gmail.com.
