BURTON, S.C. — The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting reported late Friday, Oct. 9, in the Milledge Village area of Burton that left one person hurt.
The sheriff’s office communications center received a report of shots fired in the area, and responding deputies found evidence of gunfire at the scene.
During the investigation, deputies learned that a person with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound had arrived at an area hospital.
Investigators have not released information on a suspect or possible motive, and the shooting remains under investigation.
Anyone with information can call the investigating sergeant at 843-255-3440 or the sheriff’s office non-emergency dispatch line at 843-524-2777. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the P3 Tips app, online at TipsBft.com or by calling 844-TIPSBFT.
