17-year-old charged with shooting at Beaufort County deputies

Authorities in Beaufort County have arrested a teenager after a shooting incident involving deputies early Tuesday morning.

Teen Arrested After Shootout

According to the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, Andre Elijah Washington, 17, has been charged with multiple serious offenses, including attempted murder and several firearm-related charges.

How the Incident Began

Officials said deputies were called around 5 a.m. to Wildcat Lane in Burton following reports of a disturbance. Shortly after arriving, Washington allegedly began firing at deputies, leading to an exchange of gunfire.

Search and Arrest

After the shooting, law enforcement set up a perimeter and launched a search operation. K9 units were used during the search, and officers recovered a firearm believed to have been used in the incident. Washington was later found and taken into custody without further incident.

No Injuries Reported

Authorities confirmed that no deputies or the suspect were injured during the shootout. However, due to the…..

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