Man, 24, dies after being shot
SUMMERVILLE — A 24-year-old man who was shot outside his home Wednesday afternoon in the Gahagan community later died in an ambulance.
Dorchester County Coroner Chris Nisbet could not release his name because officials were still working late into the night to notify his family.
Neighbors heard what they said sounded like firecrackers shortly before 5 p.m.
Billy Jarman, who lives in the house next door, said his 11-year-old son ran to the man's house to see what was going on and found the wounded man.
The man was taken to a hospital and died in an ambulance as he was being transferred to Medical University Hospital's trauma center, Nisbet said. The man was pronounced dead at MUH, Nisbet said.
Summerville police were investigating and had not made any arrests.
Neighbors said the man had purchased his home less than a year ago and moved in with his girlfriend.
They said he was proud to be living in the peaceful neighborhood off Gahagan Road, where crime is low. Jarman said there had never been any trouble at the young man's home on Black Oak Boulevard.
Erin Flynn also lives next door. She said the man was grateful to have been able to purchase the home. He set up a billiards table inside and frequently invited neighbors over to play, she said.
"He was just a young American kid living the American dream, a very respectable, well-mannered young man," she said. "You hear about (crime) everywhere else, but you don't expect it to happen next door."
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Cid95 (anonymous) says...
Random? I hope they follow up with this story.
November 20, 2008 at 2:26 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
moonpie (anonymous) says...
Boy if its random this is scary CID. Gahagan is a nice area of Summerville.
I tell you people the little thugs are getting more brazen.
Shoot them and ask questions later!
November 20, 2008 at 6:08 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
SomeTruthPlease (anonymous) says...
Arm yourselves. That is the only thing you can do in this day and time. That, and stay inside and lock your doors. Summerville is not the place it used to be. Central Ave. toward Knightsville is the wild west. Old Orangeburg and Boone Hill Roads are Cabrini Green. The powers that be wanted development, and they got it. Throw in some more section 8 developments..that's always been the answer. The 'Ville' has been getting the North Charleston overflow for years, and this is the end result.
November 20, 2008 at 6:48 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
islandbenzbc (anonymous) says...
It should be interesting when all the details come out on this incident...
November 20, 2008 at 7:06 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Frosty (anonymous) says...
Posted by SomeTruthPlease on November 20, 2008 at 6:48 a.m. Throw in some more section 8 developments..that's always been the answer. Please most of the people on section 8 are harding people with low paying jobs. The low-lifes come from all walks of life. I agree with islandbenzbc it will be interesting when all the details come out on this incident.
November 20, 2008 at 7:53 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
sig (anonymous) says...
Another life lost to welfare scum bags. Thanks DHHS.
I wish our law enforcement would start random car checks again. I think it would at least slow down some of the crime. Oh, but we can't because that would be against the criminals civil rights!
My heart goes out to the family and friends.
November 20, 2008 at 7:53 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
ColdBud (anonymous) says...
Yes, it will be interesting to see all of the facts when they come out. I hope this doesn't turn out to be random, or the result of a random robbery. Those are the scariest of crimes.
November 20, 2008 at 8:17 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
JohnS (anonymous) says...
That's a nice neighborhood for a 24 year old to be able to buy in. I bet it was not random and had a relationship with the shooter.
November 20, 2008 at 8:30 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
native2ny (anonymous) says...
Why would the 11 year old kid run to the sound of gun fire? Did the boy see someone?
November 20, 2008 at 8:59 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
2cents (anonymous) says...
Posted by sig:
Another life lost to welfare scum bags. Thanks DHHS.
What are you talking about??? I didn't see a thing about welfare. Did I miss something?
November 20, 2008 at 9:24 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
SCHoser (anonymous) says...
The follow up story says he was shot shortly before 5AM??? Native-I wonder the same thing, what is an 11 year old boy doing running towards gunfire? Why would a parent tell the general public-and the shooter(s)-that anyway? I just get the feeling this is anything but random, but ya never know nowadays.
November 20, 2008 at 10:17 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Girleygirl (anonymous) says...
SCHoser- it was 5 Pm
November 20, 2008 at 10:20 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
SCHoser (anonymous) says...
Tell me it ain't so-P&C has incorrect info on a story? **shock**
November 20, 2008 at 10:24 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
lucy_fan (anonymous) says...
The victim was a very nice young man who owned his own successful company. This neighborhood was not out of his reach. My condolences to his family.
November 20, 2008 at 11:46 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Frosty (anonymous) says...
Neighbors heard what they said sounded like firecrackers shortly before 5 p.m.11-year-old son ran to the man's house to see what was going on and found the wounded man.
The boy must have thought firecrackers also and wanted to see why. Most people don't shoot off firecrackers inside their home.
Then in the follow up story were the young man was identified it states 5 am as the time. Where was his girlfriend? she might be a witness. I would not allow my child to go and see what happened I would call police and see if I could help with out putting anyone in danger.
November 20, 2008 at 12:45 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
wellinformed (anonymous) says...
JohnS- I am not sure what his age has to do with where he lives. There are many successful younger adults.
November 20, 2008 at 3:38 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
MRSCVS (anonymous) says...
Such a tragic incident.
It truly seems as if all is not being told, whatevr the case the family has my complete condolences in their loss.
GOD BLESS THIS FAMILY
November 20, 2008 at 5:17 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
MRSCVS (anonymous) says...
oops meant>>>>> whatever..
November 20, 2008 at 5:18 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
nyjets1958 (anonymous) says...
Regardless of whether I agree or not, I wanted to thank you all for your comments. Just please try to be objective as you can, and try not to throw stones if you live in a glass house yourself. Freedom of speech wrowe30. This comment section is important and gives people a chance to voice their opinion. Regardless, if they have all of the facts or not. That's what makes this Country Great. Cid95, I appreciate and agree with your comment. However, my son took a flea bath in 2005. Everyone deserves a second chance. It's what they do with that chance that's important. My son was sanctioned for the mistake he made and most of learned from it. Kyle, worked very hard to meet the goals he set for himself, and he was very proud of himself just as his family was for accomplishing those goals one by one. For someone that used a weapon to get what he wanted instead of taking the initiative to work for it, and the fact that he shouldn't have even been on the street to begin with, makes it all the more heart breaking that he was able to take my son away from his family. Always Remember, "What we do in life echo's in Eternity", and I promise you that everything Kyle accomplished in his short life, far out weighs his one misjudgement in 2005. Growing up, Kyle just like all kids trying to find their way and nich in Life stumble and face challenging issues, but he didn't deserve to go out like this. He accepted those challenges, hoping to better himself and make a difference. He was a good boy, who loved his family, loved to hunt, fish, and although he had the gentleness of an Angel, had the Heart of a Lion. As a Lieutenant for the Federal Bureau of Prisons, I deal with people like the person that murdered my son on a everyday basis. To him, I just wish you would have had the chance to meet my son and get to know him. I think if you did, you would have considered him a friend and not wanted to take him away from us. He had the most Beautiful smile and Blue eyes you would ever want to see. In closing, my heart is broken now, but will heal in time with the loving memory of just knowing how much my son loved me, and his family. My heart also goes out to all of the other parents that have lost their children to similar circumstances. To my son Kyle, you were taken away from us way to soon. I was supposed to go first Baby. Your my oldest son, and I promise you, that Daddy will always love you with all off his heart. Nobody can or will ever take that away from me. I miss you so much Kyle, and Daddy is so Proud of you. I know your at peace now with Jesus, and your smiling down from Heaven seeing how Proud your family was of you, and how much we love you. Please, wait for me at the gate. Daddy can't wait to see you again Kyle. All My Love for Eternity ! Daddy !
November 21, 2008 at 10:19 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Bern (anonymous) says...
I didn't know you Kyle, but I do know you'r Dad & step Mom,
So I know that you were a kind hearted, wonderful young man, And your Dad was & is very proud of you. My heart go's out to all of you'r Family, Friend's & girlfriend. There's a saying I'd like to send to all of you! I hope you all like it.
IF TEARS COULD BUILD A STAIRWAY,
AND MEMORIES A LANE, I'D WALK
RIGHT UP TO HEAVEN AND BRING
YOU HOME AGAIN.
It's not much, but I'm thinking of all off you.
With all our love
RBCKRKramer
November 21, 2008 at 6:46 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
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