‘Active shooter’ reported in Charleston, S.C.

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CHARLESTON, S.C. — Authorities say they are investigating a
possible “active shooter” situation in downtown Charleston, South Carolina.

Police spokesman Charles Francis said a shooting was reported just
after noon on King Street, which is a row of restaurant and shops where
tourists frequently gather.
He did not immediately report any injuries or information about a
potential suspect. No other details were immediately available.
Tom and Patsy Plant told The Post and Courier of Charleston they were
eating at Virginia’s restaurant and saw a man come out of the kitchen with
a gun in his hand and said “there’s a new boss in town.”
The couple said they left out a back door.

Published: August 24, 2017 — 1:37 PM EDT

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