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An off-duty Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office deputy has been suspended without pay and is under internal investigation following an incident on Hilton Head Island. The incident involved the deputy allegedly pointing a gun at three teenagers...
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office responded to a disturbance call on Hilton Head Island around 6:47 p.m. on Sunday. Upon arrival, deputies found an off-duty colleague involved in an altercation. According to reports and video evidence, the deputy allegedly pointed a gun at three teenagers. The deputy was immediately suspended without pay, and his official credentials and equipment were confiscated.
The Sheriff’s Office is conducting an internal affairs investigation to determine if the deputy violated any policies or procedures. Simultaneously, SLED has been asked to conduct a parallel criminal investigation. The video circulating on social media shows parts of the incident, where the deputy is seen interacting with the teens, leading to a confrontation. The video also captures heated exchanges and accusations of the teens possessing a weapon.
Neighbors indicated the deputy was called to the scene but the reasons for the call remain unclear. The Sheriff’s Office has stated that the deputy’s identity will be released at a later time and that they will not be answering further questions during the ongoing investigation.
The deputy involved has been suspended without pay, relieved of his credentials and equipment. An internal investigation is underway, and SLED has been asked to conduct a parallel criminal investigation.
The Sheriff’s Office requested SLED investigate the incident for any potential criminal violations, ensuring an independent review of the situation.
Individuals with information, including videos, are encouraged to contact the Internal Affairs Investigator at 843-255-3404.
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