A dramatic police pursuit that began in North Carolina and ended with a crash in Landrum, South Carolina, has been confirmed to be connected to a shooting incident in Easley, South Carolina. Authorities are continuing to investigate the series of events that led to the crash and shooting, which has left one victim injured and multiple law enforcement agencies involved in the case.
The shooting occurred earlier in the day in Easley, where a victim, identified as 36-year-old Antwan Jackson Sr., was shot in the head and hand. Jackson, who is recovering from the attack, shared a heartfelt message expressing his gratitude for the support he’s received. “Thanks for all the prayers & support. I was shot today in my head & hand. I’m in a lot of pain and have surgery scheduled for the morning. My hearing is gone, but I’m really glad to be alive for my kids,” Jackson wrote, showing remarkable resilience in the face of his injuries.
The Easley Police Department (EPD) confirmed that the suspect involved in the shooting also fired shots at an EPD officer earlier that same day. Thankfully, the officer was not hit in the exchange, but the situation was still tense as authorities worked to locate the suspect.
Later in the day, law enforcement officials pursued the suspect, who was driving a vehicle believed to be connected to the shooting. The chase culminated in a collision with a semi-truck on Highway 176 in Landrum, South Carolina. According to family members of the couple driving the truck, they were shaken but unharmed in the crash.
At this time, the identity of the suspect has not been released. Authorities are working to gather further details and have promised an update as more information becomes available.
Multiple law enforcement agencies from both North Carolina and South Carolina are currently involved in the ongoing investigation. The incident has raised questions about the chain of events that led to the police pursuit and the shooting, with authorities piecing together the details of what transpired.
As the investigation continues, both the community and law enforcement are waiting for answers, hoping that justice will soon be served for the victims of this violent and unsettling series of events.