July 22, 2025

Shooting in North Charleston Leaves Three Injured

News Summary

A shooting in North Charleston on July 21 has resulted in three injuries and an active police investigation. Near Dorchester Road and Andrews Street, eyewitnesses reported hearing rapid gunfire, leading to multiple police calls. Authorities detained nine individuals in the vicinity but haven’t confirmed any charges. The community remains on edge as police seek information from witnesses. This incident raises ongoing concerns about gun violence in the area, prompting the North Charleston Police Department to encourage public cooperation in the investigation.

North Charleston – A shooting in North Charleston, South Carolina, on July 21, 2025, has left three individuals injured and police searching for answers. The incident occurred around 11 a.m. near the intersection of Dorchester Road and Andrews Street, prompting approximately 20 calls to the North Charleston Police reporting gunfire.

When police arrived at the scene, they found two males lying in the roadway. A third victim, who had been shot while driving past the shooting site, was located a short distance away. Acting quickly, the North Charleston Police detained nine individuals within half a mile of the shooting location. However, authorities have not confirmed whether any of the detained individuals will face charges.

Witnesses reported hearing a rapid succession of gunfire, with estimates indicating that three rounds resulted in between 30 to 50 shots being fired. Evidence markers and numerous shell casings were found in a nearby parking lot, highlighting the seriousness of the incident. Surveillance video captured at least two individuals fleeing the scene at the time of the shooting.

The condition of the injured victims has not yet been disclosed by the police, which has raised concerns in the local community. The police have since reopened Dorchester Road after clearing the area within about two hours of the shooting.

Eyewitness accounts describe the shooting as unexpected and frightening. A local hairdresser and an employee from a nearby liquor store expressed shock at the sudden outbreak of violence in their neighborhood, underscoring the level of fear such incidents can instill in community members.

The North Charleston Police Department is actively seeking information related to the shooting. Members of the public who may have witnessed the events or have any knowledge pertinent to the investigation are encouraged to contact the North Charleston Police Tip Line at 843-607-2076.

This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding gun violence in the area. Authorities are working diligently to collect evidence and piece together the events surrounding the shooting as the investigation continues.

No further updates have been released concerning the case or the identities of the victims. This is a developing story, and more information is anticipated as authorities continue their investigation.

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