One Person Shot In Florence On Waterman Avenue
Florence Experiences Violent Shooting Incident
On Friday afternoon, Florence, South Carolina, was the scene of a violent incident that has left a resident injured. Police rushed to Waterman Avenue following an emergency call that reported an active shooting situation. Upon arrival, officers located a victim on his porch, nursing an arm wound inflicted by gunfire.
Victim Found Bleeding On His Porch
The discovery was a grisly one. As law enforcement officers converged on the scene, they found the victim sitting on the porch of his home, a gunshot wound on his arm visible from where they rushed to his aid. Fortunately, first responders acted quickly to stanch the bleeding by applying a tourniquet. This quick action effectively stabilized the victim, rendering him fit to wait for the arrival of Emergency Medical Personnel.
At this time, police maintain that, while alarming, the victim’s injuries do not appear to be life-threatening.
Gunshots Fired from Dark-Colored Sedan
According to the statements by the victim, the origin of the gunfire was a dark-colored sedan that had circled the residence. As the vehicle neared, at least one gunshot from the sedan was directed at the victim, hitting him in the arm. After offloading the gunshot, the suspect or suspects inside the vehicle fled the scene at a high speed, leaving little information for the police officers to work with.
Investigation Progress: Awaiting More Information
Currently, the investigation into the shooting is ongoing, with Captain Stephen Starling of the Florence Police Department reiterating dedication to the task. Despite the fleeting interaction between the assailant(s) and investigators, they remain optimistic.
Captain Starling explained that they plan to share more information about the situation later today as the investigation unfolds and officers delve into what led to the shooting on this peaceful afternoon.
Community in Shock, More Information Needed
The incident has reportedly shocked the quiet residential area, and residents are cooperating with the police in their endeavors to make sense of the situation. Officers are seeking more information from members of the community who may have witnessed the dark-colored sedan or any suspicious activity in the vicinity of Waterman Avenue prior to the shooting incident. As the investigation intensifies, authorities are urging anyone with relevant information to come forward and aid the investigation.
