Yesterday morning, a 7-year-old girl was gravely injured in a drive-by shooting in Pageland, as reported by local authorities. The incident occurred at approximately 1 a.m. on Brewer Circle, a quaint enclave in the otherwise peaceful town. Pageland Police Department responded to the emergency and found the child suffering from a gunshot wound. She was quickly airlifted to a hospital and is currently listed in critical condition. So far, law enforcement officers have not placed any suspects into custody, leaving the community rattled by the senseless act of violence.
As the investigation unfolds, officials are calling on residents in the vicinity—specifically those around N Elm Street, Joseph Street, and Brewer Circle—with access to camera footage that covers the streets to step forward. QC News quoted a statement from the police, "The 7-year-old did not deserve this careless act of violence. We are praying for the child and the family." The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is providing assistance to the local officers to uncover the details surrounding the shooting.
Meanwhile, Pageland police are urging anyone with information to come forward. They believe that community assistance could be crucial in identifying those responsible for the shooting. The department has issued a public call for help; concerned citizens can contact them at (843) 672-6437, as noted in a report by WCNC. The report also emphasized the statement released by the police department concerning the young victim: "The 7-year-old did not deserve this careless act of violence."
According to a broadcast by WSOC-TV, this latest shooting in Chesterfield County adds to a bothersome trend of gun violence affecting younger individuals in the region.
