News Summary
A 17-year-old has been charged with murder following the shooting death of a 14-year-old boy on St. Helena Island. The incident occurred late at night, resulting in critical injuries for the victim, who later died at the hospital. The accused has turned himself in and is facing multiple charges, including possession of a firearm during a violent crime. The shooting has raised concerns about gun violence in the community as the investigation continues.
St. Helena Island – A 17-year-old, Charles Jamirea Williams, has been charged with murder following the shooting death of a 14-year-old boy on July 18, 2025. The shooting occurred around 11:55 p.m. at a residence on Capers Island Circle. Authorities report that only one shot was fired during the incident, leading to the victim’s critical injuries.
Williams turned himself in to the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office on Duke Street, accompanied by family members. He faces multiple charges, including murder, possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime, and unlawful possession of a firearm. As of July 25, 2025, Williams remains in custody at the Beaufort County Detention Center.
Emergency responders were alerted to the situation when the victim’s mother sought to transport her son to the hospital. Deputies encountered the mother and son en route, where they began administering life-saving measures. The 14-year-old was transported to Beaufort Memorial Hospital but was pronounced dead upon arrival.
During the investigation at the scene, deputies discovered significant bloodstains throughout the home and multiple firearms on a bed in the residence. A .45-caliber bullet casing was also found on the kitchen floor. Lt. Danny Allen of the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office reported that investigators have interviewed several witnesses, including Williams, to determine the events surrounding the shooting.
Reports indicate that Williams was not legally allowed to possess a firearm due to his age. However, the weapon used in the incident was not reported as stolen. The Beaufort County Coroner’s Office has not publicly identified the victim, noting that he is a minor.
This incident marks a tragic occurrence in the community, with the 14-year-old being identified as potentially the youngest victim of gun violence in Beaufort County since the shooting death of another 14-year-old, Jerrieme “L.J.” Washington, in early 2024. The investigation into the shooting continues, and authorities encourage anyone with additional information to come forward.
Investigator Sergeant Hicks is leading the inquiry into the shooting, and anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers of Beaufort County, accessible via various channels including the P3 Tips app and their website.
As the investigation unfolds, the St. Helena Island community is left grappling with the implications of gun violence and the tragic loss of a young life.
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- WTOC: 17-Year-Old Charged with Murder
- Wikipedia: Gun Violence in the United States
- Your Island News: St. Helena Teen Arrested
- Google Search: St. Helena Island shooting
- ABC News: Teen Arrested in Connection to Fatal Shooting
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Crime
- Live 5 News: Beaufort County Deputies Arrest Teen
- Google News: Beaufort County teen arrested
- WSAV: One Dead After Shooting on St. Helena Island
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