Georgetown Police are asking the public for help finding a suspect wanted in connection with a stabbing that happened Friday, Oct. 30, at 2015 Winyah St. Investigators have identified the person they're looking for as Asifa Tucker, and officers are warning residents not to approach.
According to wpde.com, investigators identified Tucker as the suspect in the stabbing, which happened at the Winyah Street address. The outlet reports that Tucker is wanted on charges including assault and battery of an aggravated nature and possession of a weapon during a violent crime, with police describing Tucker as dangerous and having violent tendencies.
Police Urge Caution, Not Contact
Officers have been explicit that members of the public should not try to approach Tucker themselves. Instead, anyone who spots Tucker or has information about their whereabouts is being asked to call it in right away rather than intervene.
As WMBF News also reported, the Georgetown Police Department has been actively working to locate the suspect since the stabbing was reported. Beyond the suspect's identity and the charges attached to the warrants, authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances of the attack.
How to Reach Investigators
Anyone with information about Tucker's whereabouts is asked to contact the Georgetown Police Department at 843-545-4300, or reach Sgt. Gregory directly at 843-545-4453. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the tip line at 843-545-4400, or routed through dispatch at 843-527-6763.
People providing information are asked to reference case number 20261030-001 when they call. Police have not said whether the warrants against Tucker have been served, and the investigation remains active as officers continue to search for leads.
