9yearold girl shot during argument between two adults
Sep 16, 2024
WALTERBORO, S.C. (WSAV) - The Colleton County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) detectives are investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday.
The CCSO says at approximately 5:50 p.m. on Buffalo Lane in Walterboro, witnesses reported an argument between adults that escalated and resulted in shots being fired.
A bullet entered the residence and struck a 9-year-old girl who was inside the home.
The girl was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries and remains in the ICU.
According to the CCSO, suspect, 23-year-old Brian Brookes Jr. has been identified and has an active warrant for Assault and Battery of a High and Aggravated Nature as a result of the incident.
Colleton County Sheriff's Office
Detectives are working diligently to located him.
The case is ongoing and additional charges are expected, according to authorities.