South Carolina county’s narcotics probe yields mixed outcomes
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – One person was found not guilty and five others pleaded to charges after a monthslong narcotics investigation in Berkeley County. Charges were dropped against 13 others arrested by the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office, which conducted a 6-month undercover narcotics investigation between...
Free food distribution Wednesday in North Charleston
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The Lowcountry Food Bank is hosting a free food distribution on Wednesday, Jan. 7, in North Charleston. Those in need of food assistance can visit Rive Oats Middle School or Eagle Next Elementary School to receive free food items starting at 4 p.m. Items, including a variety of...
Youth in custody following vehicle pursuit in Berkeley County
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCSC) — A youth has been taken into custody after they allegedly led law enforcement on a vehicle pursuit throughout the county Tuesday night. Dorchester County deputies, Berkeley County deputies and South Carolina Highway Patrol assisted in securing the perimeter in the Reminisce subdivision....
Report provides new insight on inmate who died in custody at Charleston County jail
CHARLESTON CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Before a 61-year-old inmate died in custody last month, he was denied entry to the Charleston County jail and taken to a local area hospital. Mark Walker died on Dec. 6, around 3:27 p.m. at the Al Cannon Detention Center, according to the Charleston...
“Criminals love unlocked doors,” says BCSO after multiple cars rummaged through
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office urges residents to lock their car doors to limit crimes of opportunity. The agency reported that last night and early this morning, several vehicles in the Sangaree area were rummaged through. The targeted vehicles did not have broken windows or...
Families, doctors warn of kratom dangers as concern grows in Berkeley County
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) — A legal product sold at gas stations across the Lowcountry is now under growing scrutiny, as families and medical professionals warn it can have powerful and dangerous effects. Kratom, a plant-based substance that is not regulated like traditional drugs, was the focus of emotional...
2 arrested after North Charleston domestic dispute leads to a gunshot fired
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — A married couple was arrested after an early-morning dispute escalated into violence and gunfire Tuesday. Tiesha Monique Brown, 33, and Steven Lamont Lynah Jr., 39, are both charged with domestic violence of a high and aggravated nature, according to jail records. Police responded to...
A Mount Pleasant family reunites with their lost dog after first responders rescue it...
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – A Mount Pleasant family was reunited with their dog Monday evening after it was trapped in the marsh for hours. Thanks to the partnership of multiple agencies and one piece of technology, they were able to bring the dog home. A shocking moment, explained Katie Connors. “My kids, three of...
North Charleston police capture wanted man during domestic disturbance call
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A convicted felon was arrested on New Year’s Eve after officers responded to a reported domestic disturbance. The North Charleston Police Department said just before 11 a.m., officers were dispatched to the Greentree North Apartments, where they were told that a suspect was walking...
Charleston-area restaurants offering deals during South Carolina restaurant week
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Restaurant week is back in South Carolina, and starting Thursday, these Charleston-area establishments are taking part in the celebrations by offering custom deals. South Carolina Restaurant Week will run from Thursday, Jan. 8, to Sunday, Jan. 18, and several Lowcountry restaurants are...
