On Monday, August 11, 2025, at approximately 3:35 p.m., the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Scott Hill Community Center on Scott Hill Road, St. Helena Island, following reports of multiple males seen carrying firearms.
Upon arrival, deputies observed several young males with weapons near the playground area on the county recreational property, a violation of Beaufort County Ordinance 90-96(h), which prohibits possession of weapons on county recreational facilities.
When deputies approached, the individuals attempted to run away but were quickly detained. A total of ten males, aged 15 to 22, were detained. Six adults and one juvenile were subsequently taken into custody. Multiple firearms were also seized during the incident.
Those arrested include:
- Elijah Johnson, 22, of St. Helena Island
- Treyvion Doe, 20, of Burton
- Joshua Warren, 20, of St. Helena Island
- Damian Brown, 19, of St. Helena Island
- Jakyri Sterling, 18, of St. Helena Island
- Nyzen Bennett, 18, of St. Helena Island
All six adults were arrested on charges of contributing to the delinquency of a minor. A 17-year-old juvenile was detained for possession of a firearm by a person unlawfully. The adults were transported to the Beaufort County Detention Center, while the juveniles were released to their parents or guardians.
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office encourages the community to report suspicious and criminal activity by calling our non-emergency dispatch line at 843-524-2777. If wishing to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers of Beaufort County via the P3 Tips app on your mobile device, online at tipsbft.com, or by calling 844-TIPS-BFT (844-847-7238).
