HARDEEVILLE, S.C. (WSAV) – The Hardeeville Police Department (HPD) is asking residents and travelers to avoid the area near Exit 5, by the Shell gas station.
HPD officers are currently working with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) to investigate an officer involved shooting that occurred early Friday morning near the Shell station.
According to information sent by the HPD Public Information Officer, the shooting occurred during an active law enforcement response. Both the officer and the suspect were transported to a local hospital and the officer is currently in stable condition.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area as the investigation continues and may continue to impact traffic…