Man Arrested After Shots Fired In Pawleys Island Area

A suspect reportedly fired a handgun into the air and the ground during a verbal altercation.

One man was arrested in connection to a shooting in the Pawleys Island area.

On Sunday night, Georgetown County authorities responded to reports of a suspect firing a handgun into the air and the ground during a verbal altercation.

44-year-old Eric Smith fled the scene as deputies arrived.

A police pursuit took place eventually ending at a home on Parkersville Road. Smith was taken into custody.

Smith is being held at the Georgetown County Detention Center.

An investigation is underway and anyone with information is asked to contact the Georgetown County sheriff’s office.