Crime
Goose Creek High School Placed on Lockdown as Precautionary Measure
Goose Creek, SC – Goose Creek High School has been placed on lockdown as a precautionary measure while law enforcement investigates a reported incident.
The school administration has assured parents and the community that students are safe and secure.
The Berkeley County School District has implemented a lockdown procedure known as “Locks, Lights, Out of Sight.” This protocol involves securing individual classrooms, ensuring all lights are turned off, and instructing occupants to remain quiet and in place.
This lockdown procedure is designed to protect students and staff during emergency situations.
Further details regarding the nature of the incident will be provided as soon as more information becomes available.
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.