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Police: 3 Teens Arrested Following Shooting Of Elderly Woman

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–GCPD investigators say they have arrested three teens for the September 21st shooting of 79-year-old Joan Dixon on Pecan Grove Ave. Dequian Dawson, 17; Joshua Smith, 18; and Christopher Burnell, 19, have all been charged with attempted murder. “Investigators are continuing to attempt to identify a reported fourth suspect that may have been in the suspect vehicle,” stated […]

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City Of Goose Creek Praises Success Of ‘Cop Stop’

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–A unique program that lets residents share meals and fellowship with police officers is being recognized by the City of Goose Creek. Goose Creek Mayor Michael Heitzler proclaimed Sept. 20, 2017 as “Cop Stop Appreciation Day” at a recent ceremony at City Hall. “Cop Stop” gives residents the opportunity to serve the police officers who serve the community. […]

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Goose Creek Police: 79-Year-Old-Woman Shot, Recovering From Injuries

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–An elderly woman is recovery from injuries following a Thursday shooting, according to the Goose Creek Police Department. GCPD officers were recently dispatched to a residence on Pecan Grove Ave. in reference to a shooting. Officers discovered that 79-year-old Joan Dixon had been shot in the right shoulder. The investigation determined that a person known to Dixon’s grandson […]

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Goose Creek Police Department Awarded Traffic Safety Grant

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–This week GCPD was notified by the S.C. Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) Office of Highway Safety and Justice Programs that it was awarded $120,440 to fund one dedicated DUI enforcement officer for one year. In addition to the full salary and fringe benefits, the funding will pay for the patrol vehicle and all associated vehicle and personal […]

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Coroner: Goose Creek Man Stabbed To Death

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–A man has died following a fatal stab wound inside a home. On Sunday at approximately 3 a.m. Bernard Reid, 59, of Goose Creek was stabbed at a residence in Goose Creek. He was transported to a local hospital and pronounced dead. An autopsy will be conducted Tuesday and more information will then be released by Coroner Bill […]

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Goose Creek Trash Pick Up Schedule Announced For Next Week

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–Due to potential storm impacts and the closure of the Berkeley County Landfill, the City of Goose Creek’s Sanitation Collection schedule for next week will be as follows: Monday, Sept. 11: No sanitation collection (Goose Creek Department of Public Works Office closed) Tuesday, Sept. 12: Monday and Tuesday routes collected (DPW Office open) Wednesday, Sept. 13: normal Wednesday […]

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Berkeley County’s Emergency Operation Center To Move To OPCON 2

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Berkeley County’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will move to OPCON 2 at 12:00 P.M. Friday, September 8, 2017. Berkeley County leaders have been meeting and discussing preparations for any potential impacts Hurricane Irma could have on South Carolina. While the path of the storm is still uncertain, it poses threats to Berkeley County. The County is closely monitoring […]

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Library Closings: Book Due Dates Extended, Free Wifi Offered

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–All Berkeley County library branches will be closed Friday through Monday due to the threat from Hurricane Irma. NO MATERIALS DUE! In the interest of safety of its customers, during the week of 9/11 – 9/16: No items are due; No overdue fines; All items due during this time will have a new due date of 9/18. Library employees […]

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City of Hanahan Makes Sandbags Available, Establishes Hurricane Info Line

HANAHAN, S.C.–With South Carolina expected to feel the impacts of Hurricane Irma in the next few days, the City of Hanahan is preparing for the worst. According to city leaders, Hanahan is being provided sand and bags by Berkeley County to assist those in need. Hanahan city employees will be on hand to assist with the filling and loading of […]

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Berkeley County Emergency Operations Center To Move To OPCON 3

MONCKS CORNER, S.C.– Berkeley County’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will move to OPCON 3 at 12:00 P.M. Thursday, September 7, 2017. Hurricane Irma’s threat to Berkeley County continues to increase; therefore, Berkeley County is increasing its preparation for the storm. The County agency is closely monitoring the storm and will be coordinating a response if necessary. OPCON 3  means the […]