South Carolina Hunter Charged After Mistaking Couple for Deer, Killing Woman

Nov 2, 2024, 04:22 AM

The Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office has identified the suspect charged in the deadly shooting on a Summerville trail. The suspect, who claims he was illegally hunting for deer, shot and killed a woman walking on a paved trail at night. Authorities report that the hunter mistook the woman and her companion for deer. The incident has raised concerns about illegal hunting practices and public safety in South Carolina. South Carolina cops have noted that the hunter mistook a couple for deer.