One Injured in Overnight Warrenville Shooting

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Aiken County deputies are investigating an early morning shooting in Warrenville that left one person injured.

According to the Aiken County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO), the incident occurred shortly after 2:30 a.m. on Monday in the 200 block of St. Johns Place. Deputies responded to reports of gunfire and found one individual who had been shot. The victim’s condition has not yet been released, and officials have not confirmed the extent of the injuries.

As of 3:50 a.m., at least five ACSO patrol vehicles remained on the scene, with law enforcement continuing to gather evidence and secure the area. Officials have not provided any information regarding suspects or motives at this stage of the investigation.

Ongoing Investigation

Authorities have not said whether the shooting was targeted or random, and no arrests have been made. The identity of the victim has not been released, and it remains unclear whether the individual lived in the area or was visiting. Investigators are working to determine what led up to the gunfire and whether others may have been involved.

The sheriff’s office is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation. No weapons have been recovered, and no details have been given about any persons of interest.

Warrenville, located in western Aiken County near the Georgia border, is generally considered a quiet, residential community. While not immune to crime, it has not seen frequent incidents of gun violence. Most law enforcement activity in the area typically relates to property crime or traffic enforcement, not shootings.

However, in recent years, law enforcement across Aiken County has responded to several overnight disturbances in various towns, with occasional reports of gunfire. Monday’s shooting appears to be an isolated incident, but it comes as part of a broader conversation about maintaining public safety in rural and suburban areas.

The Aiken County Sheriff’s Office continues to closely monitor developments and will release more information as it becomes available. While the area remains under active investigation, a visible law enforcement presence is expected to remain in place as detectives process the scene and follow up on leads. The public is encouraged to remain alert and report any suspicious activity in the area.