Crime
1 injured in shooting incident near Sinclair Drive, suspect in custody
The Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office (LPSO) is currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred in the vicinity of Sinclair Drive.
As you may have noticed, a significant number of LPSO deputies have been deployed to the area to address the situation.
One male individual sustained a non-life-threatening injury to his leg during the incident.
The suspected shooter has been taken into custody and is currently being held.
While the investigation is still ongoing, our preliminary findings suggest that the shooting was a result of a domestic disturbance between family members.
Both LPSO Uniform Patrol officers and detectives are actively working to gather information and evidence related to the case.
Please expect to see a continued presence of law enforcement in the area as the investigation progresses.
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.