A permitted July 4 block party in North Charleston, South Carolina, devolved into chaos, leading to assaults on multiple police officers and the recovery of firearms, according to local law enforcement.
Video footage that circulated online appeared to show a crowd attacking an officer following the eruption of gunfire at the event. North Charleston Police Department officials stated that officers responded to the scene and encountered significant resistance. During the incident, several officers were assaulted by individuals within the crowd.
Authorities also reported that firearms were recovered at the scene amid the disturbance. The extent of the injuries sustained by the officers has not been detailed. The block party was permitted, but the situation escalated, leading to the police response and subsequent arrests. Further details regarding the number of arrests and the specific charges are expected as the investigation continues.