Juveniles, 12 and 16, charged in Renau Street shooting

DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Authorities arrested two juveniles in connection with an April 27 shooting in a Summerville neighborhood.

Deputies responded to the Dorchester County Fire Rescue Station on W. Fifth North Street after a shooting victim arrived seeking help. It was determined that the shooting happened on Renau Street in Summerville.

After interviewing witnesses, investigators identified the suspects as a pair of juveniles aged 12 and 16.

According to the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office, the 12-year-old was identified as the shooter. He was arrested on a slew of charges, including assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature, possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime, unlawful possession of a pistol, and pointing and presenting a firearm.

The 16-year-old was also arrested and charged with accessory after the fact to a felony and unlawful possession of a pistol.

“The Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office is working closely with the First Circuit Solicitor’s Office to ensure those responsible are prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law,” the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office said.