News Summary
A 32-year-old man, Unique Ford, has turned himself in after a shooting that led to the death of 33-year-old Rashaun Snell in Beaufort County. Ford faces charges including murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime. The incident reportedly followed an argument between the two men. After attempting to flee the scene, Ford surrendered to authorities. The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating the case and urges the public to report any information.
Beaufort County – Unique Ford, a 32-year-old man, has turned himself in to law enforcement following a shooting that resulted in the death of 33-year-old Rashaun Snell. Ford faces serious charges including murder, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, and aggravated breach of peace. The shooting occurred on a Sunday evening, just before 8 p.m., on Kelly Road in the Sheldon area.
According to deputies, they responded to multiple reports of a shooting and found Snell’s body at the scene. The initial investigation revealed that an argument had taken place between Snell and Ford shortly before the incident. During the argument, Ford allegedly fired multiple shots at Snell.
After the shooting, Ford attempted to flee the scene in a vehicle but crashed it nearby. He then fled on foot before warrants were issued for his arrest. The following day, Ford voluntarily surrendered to authorities and was subsequently booked into the Beaufort County Detention Center. A bond hearing for Ford is scheduled for Tuesday at 9 a.m.
The case is still under active investigation by the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, and authorities have urged anyone with information related to the incident to come forward. Tips can be directed to Sgt. Mabrena Hicks at 843-255-3441.
This shooting has caused significant concern in the local community, as incidents of gun violence continue to rise across the country. Underlining the seriousness of the situation, the sheriff’s office is emphasizing the importance of public cooperation in resolving violent crime cases.
As the investigation unfolds, the Beaufort County community remains on alert, hoping for effective measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. Residents are encouraged to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to local authorities.
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Additional Resources
- Live 5 News: Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Man’s Murder
- Wikipedia: Beaufort County, South Carolina
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- Google Search: Beaufort County murder
- ABC News 4: Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Murder of Man in Sheldon
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Murder
- WTOC: Beaufort Co. Sheriff’s Office Makes Arrest in Murder of 14-Year-Old Boy
- Google News: Beaufort County crime
