BEAUFORT COUNTY: A tragic shooting at a bar located on St. Helena Island in South Carolina has claimed the lives of four individuals and left twenty others injured.
According to local authorities, the incident occurred on Sunday morning at a bar that was crowded at the time. Officers from the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office reported that, upon arriving at the scene, they found multiple victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
The injured were immediately transported to nearby hospitals for treatment, with four of them reported to be in critical condition. During the shooting, numerous people ran to nearby buildings and commercial establishments to seek safety and avoid the gunfire.
Authorities have launched a full-scale investigation into the incident and have urged the public to remain calm and cooperate while law enforcement gathers information.
Officials emphasized that ensuring the safety of residents and visitors remains a top priority as they work to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
