Crime
15-year-old boy killed after shooting at Forest Pointe apartment in Walterboro
WALTERBORO, S.C. — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that claimed the life of a 15-year-old boy over the weekend in Walterboro.
Officers with the Walterboro Police Department responded to reports of a disturbance at the Forest Pointe Apartments, located in the 300 building, around 6:00 p.m. on Sunday.
Upon arrival, officers discovered the teenage victim, later identified as Caiden Fishburne, unresponsive at the scene.
Officers immediately began performing CPR while awaiting the arrival of emergency medical personnel.
According to Colleton County Fire-Rescue, the teen had suffered a fatal gunshot wound and exhibited no signs of life when paramedics arrived.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities have not released further details about the circumstances surrounding the shooting, including any information about potential suspects or a motive.
The Walterboro Police Department is actively investigating and has not made any arrests as of Monday.
Anyone with information related to this incident is urged to contact the Walterboro Police Department to assist with the ongoing investigation.
BARTOW, FL — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred at 120 Polk Street East in Bartow.
The incident resulted in three individuals sustaining gunshot wounds, including a Bartow Police Department (BPD) officer, a public safety aide (PSA) officer, and the suspect involved.
Emergency medical services were immediately requested at the scene to provide critical aid to all three gunshot victims.
The conditions of the injured individuals have not yet been released.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation.
Law enforcement officials have secured the area as forensic teams and investigators begin processing the scene.
Additional information, including the identities of those involved and any potential charges, is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area and allow emergency crews to continue their response efforts without obstruction.