Body Found Washed up on James Island, Deputies Investigating
In a disturbing revelation, authorities are investigating after a body was found washed up on the shore of James Island. The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office is heading the investigation, a statement from Public Information Officer Alexis Douglas confirmed.
Investigation Underway
Douglas said in her statement that deputies were dispatched to the shoreline of James Island, just off Wampler Drive, at around 10:30 Sunday morning. This was a response to reports that there was a body ashore. Upon arrival, they discovered the body of a white man who was believed to be approximately 20 to 30 years old. Interestingly, there were no obvious signs of trauma on the body that could provide immediate insight into the cause of death.
Forensic Investigations begin
The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office dispatched their Criminal Investigations Division and Forensic Services Unit to the scene as part of the ongoing investigations. This was confirmed by the Public Information Officer. Simultaneously, the Charleston County Coroner was notified, and the cause of death is expected to be determined via an autopsy.
Call for Public Assistance
The investigation is currently ongoing, and the Sheriff’s Office is actively soliciting information from anyone who may have seen or knows something about the incident. Those with any information are urged to contact the Sheriff’s Office at 843-202-1700. Notably, despite the concerning incident, officials have stated that there is no known danger to the community, helping to assuage public fears.
The Charleston County Coroner’s office is expected to release further details, including the name of the man, following notification of next of kin and further investigations.
Latest Developments
Meanwhile, as this investigation is ongoing, several other incidents have also been reported in the area. Incidents range from a family gathering shoot-out in Hemingway that left one dead and two hospitalized, to potential attempted kidnapping incidents in Dorchester County. Additionally, another shocking incident occurred near Mount Pleasant shopping center, where propane tanks exploded in a truck fire. There were no reported casualties from the explosion.
Conclusion
This is a developing story, with both the Sheriff’s Office and the County Coroner’s Office yet to release more details about the deceased and the circumstances around the death. The public and especially the locals are patiently awaiting the results of the investigation and hoping for a quick resolution. The community has been called to assist the police in their investigation, and anyone with information that might help the investigation is encouraged to come forward.
