Crime
Pine Forest High School on Lockdown After Student Shares Firearm Photo on Snapchat
Pine Forest High School was placed on a Code Yellow lockdown at 8:30 AM after a student allegedly posted a photo of a firearm on Snapchat, tagging the school in the post.
The school immediately implemented safety protocols in response to the threat.
Local authorities were alerted to the situation and responded to the school.
While authorities have not publicly confirmed an arrest or identified the student involved, they are actively investigating the matter.
The school administration has sent a notification to parents, informing them of the lockdown and reassuring them that the safety of students and staff is the top priority.
The school will continue to provide updates as the situation develops.
Crime
18-year-old Timothy Haynes killed in North Charleston shooting
His mother was found performing CPR on him, and officers detected a faint pulse.
The Charleston County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred late Sunday night in North Charleston.
Timothy Haynes, 18, was pronounced dead at approximately 11:54 p.m. at the scene of the incident on Wales Court, according to Charleston County Coroner Bobbi Jo O’Neal.
The cause of death has been confirmed as a gunshot wound.
North Charleston Police responded to a call reporting gunfire and an unresponsive individual in the 4200 block of Wales Court. Upon arrival, officers discovered Haynes lying on the ground.
His mother was found performing CPR on him, and officers detected a faint pulse.
They continued life-saving measures until paramedics arrived, but Haynes succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Authorities canvassed the area, seeking video surveillance and witnesses to gather further information.
The North Charleston Police Department is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Police are urging anyone with information related to the incident to contact the North Charleston Police Tip Line at 843-607-2076.
This is an ongoing investigation, and further updates will be provided as more details emerge.