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4 days ago
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Charleston Police Dept. seeking help in identifying masked subject
CHARLESTON, Ill. (WCIA) — The Charleston Police Department is looking for information on a masked individual and is turning to the public for help in identifying them. Two airlifted after crash involving concrete truck in Coles Co. In a Facebook post Tuesday afternoon, the department posted five security camera photos of a subject wearing a black mask, green hoodie, black backpack, black gloves and blue jeans among other things. However, the department did not provide a specific reason as to why they are seeking information on this person. Charleston Police is asking anyone who can help identify this person to reach out to detectives at 217-345-8403. Additionally, those wishing to stay anonymous can use the P3 Tips website to submit the information they have on the individual. Tipsters could even receive a cash reward for the information they provide. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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28-05-2025
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City of Charleston considers first reading of juvenile curfew ordinance
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) –Charleston City Council is discussing a controversial proposal Tuesday night that would establish a juvenile curfew in the central business district. The curfew would be King Street from Carolina St to Broad, Market Street south of King and East Bay Street from Market to Broad to prevent kids, 17 and younger, from being out by themselves during certain hours ahead of a busy summer in the Lowcountry. 'A curfew from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. especially on summer weekends, we have 4th of July on a Friday Halloween on a Friday, all these major holidays are not only exciting times for kids but exciting times for businesses because they get a lot of customers,' said Zuriel Nyamutsaka, a rising high school senior. We're happy to be kids, a lot of us are working a lot of contribute to our community it feels like we're not getting much out of it.' The push for a juvenile curfew comes from an effort by the City of Charleston and Charleston Police to derail underage crime. The City of Charleston reports over 40 late night incidents since January, involving minors along the King Street corridors including drug possession, assaults, vehicle break-ins, weapon violations, vandalism and underage drinking. 'People visiting here should be able to go out and have fun and do it safely, just like people who live here should expect to live safely. Business owners deserve for people to come feel safe and spend money at their establishment,' said Stephen M. Bowden, who represents District 10. There would be exemptions related to work, school or church events and other civic activities. Officials say this measure is not meant to punitive. 'There will be no targeting of underage people, there will be no discriminatory impact. I trust our police force to carry out the policies we enact with an eye towards the least restrictive measure,' said Bowden. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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27-05-2025
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Charleston PD investigating Bridgeview Village Apartment complex shooting
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – One person was injured Monday afternoon after a shooting at a downtown Charleston apartment complex. Charleston police responded to the Bridgeview Village Apartment complex on North Romney Street around 5 p.m. after receiving reports of a shooting, Sgt. Chris Stinson from the Charleston Police Department said. When officers arrived, they found an adult male who had been shot. The man was taken to the hospital with a non-life-threatening injury. An investigation is ongoing. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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12-05-2025
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Shooting at Hollywood Drive home leaves 1 dead
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) — The Charleston Police Department is investigating a Sunday night shooting at a West Ashley home. Officers responded to a residence on Hollywood Drive around 8 p.m. and found a person dead inside. The incident is being investigated as a homicide. Police have not made any arrests as of late Sunday night. No other details were provided. Count on 2 for updates. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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11-02-2025
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Charleston Police warns of Facebook Marketplace scams
CHARLESTON, Ill. (WCIA) — The Charleston Police Department is warning the public of a large number of recent Facebook Marketplace scams. In these scams, criminals are posing as sellers of things like houses, vehicles and other items. The scammers use deceptive tactics to lure buyers into sending money for goods and services that don't actually exist. UPDATE: Shelby Co. Sheriff's Office catches armed & dangerous man; no longer a danger to the public Some of these tactics include: Fraudulent listings for homes, cars and other high-demand items Sellers asking for payment via untraceable methods like gift cards, wire transfers or cryptocurrency. They might also ask you to send money to a third party because they have an issue with receiving payments themselves at the moment Fake photos and descriptions, sometimes using stolen images from other online listings Pressure to act quickly, oftentimes claiming that the item will sell fast or that the deal is only available for a short amount of time Additionally in their Facebook post, Charleston Police is also providing tips on how to protect yourself from scammers, including: Verify the seller: If a deal sounds too good to be true, it more than likely is. Research the seller, check their profile for legitimacy and ask for more pictures and details about the item Don't send money upfront: Never send money to someone you haven't met in person or verified through other means. Legitimate sellers will offer secure and common methods of payment Meet in person: When possible, meet the seller in person in a public location. Inspect the item before any exchange of money Trust your instincts: If something feels off, walk away from the situation Report suspicious activity: If you believe the transaction is a scam, report it immediately to Facebook Marketplace and notify local authorities Taylorville Police Dept. announces home seizure policy for drug crimes 'We encourage everyone to stay vigilant and spread the word to help protect our community from these scams,' Charleston Police said in their post. 'Stay safe, and remember—if something doesn't seem right, it's always better to be cautious.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
