Crime
10-year-old Lavinia Lowe killed after shooting in Beech Island
BEECH ISLAND, S.C. — Authorities in Aiken County are investigating the tragic death of a 10-year-old girl who was fatally shot late Wednesday night at a residence in Beech Island.
According to Aiken County Coroner Darryl Ables, the incident occurred shortly before midnight on Wednesday at a home located in the 100 block of Dorsett Kenzie Road, near Church Road off Pine Log Road.
The victim has been identified as Lavinia Lowe, a 10-year-old girl.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene and discovered Lowe unresponsive on a bed inside the home.
She had sustained a single gunshot wound, and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Officials have not yet released information regarding the circumstances of the shooting, including whether the incident was accidental, self-inflicted, or involved another individual.
No additional details have been provided about who was present in the home at the time.
The Aiken County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating the case in coordination with the Aiken County Coroner’s Office.
An autopsy has been scheduled to be performed at the Georgia Bureau of Investigation Crime Lab in Atlanta.
No arrests have been announced as of Thursday afternoon, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
This remains an active and ongoing investigation.
RANDALLSTOWN, Maryland — Multiple people are injured following a violent stabbing incident that occurred in a residential neighborhood in Randallstown on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
Baltimore County authorities received reports of a stabbing that was the culmination of an argument. Dispatch units were directed to the 9900 block of Tuscarora Road, specifically listing the location as 9914 Tuscarora Road.
Emergency responders identified at least five patients at the scene. This figure reportedly includes the suspected perpetrator, who police confirmed is currently in custody. The suspect also reportedly suffered from apparent stabbing injuries.
The nature and scope of the incident prompted a major medical response, with reports indicating five separate transport units were requested. Compounding the response challenge, authorities noted that patients were located in multiple different locations throughout the immediate area.
The condition of the victims is not immediately known. This information was based on initial dispatch reports, and authorities emphasized that all details are subject to change as the active investigation continues.