Bluffton, September 18, 2025
News Summary
Pamela Denise Anderson, 57, has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly shooting her husband at the Elle Apartments in Bluffton. The incident occurred early Saturday morning, leaving her husband with life-threatening injuries. Anderson was arrested shortly after and denied bond. This incident highlights a troubling rise in gun violence in the Bluffton area, with investigations still ongoing as local authorities address community concerns.
Bluffton – Pamela Denise Anderson, a 57-year-old resident, has been charged with attempted murder and a related firearms offense after allegedly shooting her husband. The incident occurred early Saturday morning at the Elle Apartments, located off Bluffton Parkway near Buckwalter Place. During a court hearing on Saturday, Anderson was denied bond and is currently being held at the Beaufort County Detention Center.
The Bluffton Police Department reported that authorities were called around 7:40 p.m., receiving information about a gunshot wound at the apartment complex. Upon arrival, officers found Anderson’s husband in the breezeway of their apartment building suffering from life-threatening injuries. Reports indicate that during the incident, Anderson fired two shots, one of which struck her husband. Following the shooting, Anderson was located and arrested shortly thereafter.
A spokesperson for the Bluffton Police Department confirmed the details of the shooting and the husband’s condition. He was promptly hospitalized for treatment of his injuries. The circumstances surrounding the incident are still under investigation as police gather more information.
This incident is indicative of a recent trend of increased gun violence in the Bluffton area. Earlier this month, there was a separate incident involving a gunshot victim airlifted from the Heritage at New Riverside community, with no arrests reported in that case. In another occurrence, a teenager was arrested for allegedly shooting another teen during an attempted robbery in Old Town Bluffton. Moreover, just last week, an 82-year-old woman was charged with murder for fatally shooting her husband inside a nursing facility on Hilton Head Island.
Leases at the Elle Apartments began last summer, and the complex officially opened in December. A search of Anderson’s name in local court records showed no prior criminal history, circling back to her unexpected involvement in this serious incident.
The case continues to unfold as investigators work meticulously to uncover the details surrounding the shooting at the Elle Apartments. The community is left to grapple with these alarming incidents as discussions on gun violence grow more prominent in Bluffton.
Frequently Asked Questions
What charges is Pamela Denise Anderson facing?
Pamela Denise Anderson, 57, was charged with attempted murder and a related firearms offense.
Where did the incident occur?
The incident occurred early Saturday morning at the Elle Apartments, located off Bluffton Parkway near Buckwalter Place.
What happened during the shooting?
During the shooting, Anderson allegedly fired two shots, one of which struck her husband.
What is the condition of Anderson’s husband?
Her husband was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries and was found in the breezeway of their apartment building.
Was Anderson arrested immediately?
Anderson was located and arrested by police shortly after the incident.
Is there any prior criminal history for Pamela Denise Anderson?
A search of Anderson’s name in local court records revealed no prior criminal history.
What is the recent trend in Bluffton regarding gun violence?
This case is part of a recent increase in gun violence in the Bluffton area.
What has been the response from local authorities regarding the rise of incidents?
The circumstances surrounding the shooting at Elle Apartments remain under investigation.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Incident Date | Early Saturday morning |
| Location | Elle Apartments, Bluffton Parkway near Buckwalter Place |
| Charges | Attempted murder, related firearms offense |
| Victim’s Condition | Life-threatening injuries |
| Anderson’s Age | 57 |
| Arrest Status | Arrested, denied bond |
| Criminal History | No prior criminal history |
| Community Response | Increasing concerns about gun violence |
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Additional Resources
- Island Packet: Woman Charged with Attempted Murder
- Wikipedia: Gun Violence in the United States
- Island Packet: Teen Arrested After Shooting
- Google Search: Bluffton shooting
- WJCL: Jasper County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Two Men
- Google Scholar: Gun Violence
- Bluffton Today: Lowcountry Crime
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Crime
- MSN: Teen Arrested after Shooting
- Google News: Bluffton Crime
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