North Charleston Tragedy: Man Fatally Shot, Suspect in Custody Following Early Morning Incident
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — The city of North Charleston is reeling after a fatal shooting claimed the life of a local man early Tuesday morning. Authorities have identified the victim as Jamol Seabrook, 42, of North Charleston. The Charleston County Coroner’s Office confirmed Seabrook’s death at the scene, marking yet another tragic incident in a community grappling with an alarming rise in gun violence.
The Incident Unfolds
According to the North Charleston Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire in a residential area during the early hours of Tuesday morning, April 22, 2025. Upon arrival at the scene, officers discovered Seabrook suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Despite the rapid response from emergency medical personnel, he was pronounced dead on the scene, according to Coroner Bobbi Jo O’Neal.
Witnesses reported hearing a heated altercation shortly before shots were fired, though authorities have not released specific details about the events leading up to the shooting.
Arrest Made Hours Later
Later that same afternoon, North Charleston police announced the arrest of 28-year-old Kendall Scott in connection with the shooting. Scott has been formally charged with murder and possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime. He is currently being held at the Sheriff Al Cannon Detention Center, awaiting further legal proceedings.
Officials have not yet released a motive for the killing, and a mugshot for Scott was not immediately available as of Tuesday evening. Investigators continue to gather evidence and speak with witnesses in an effort to piece together the full circumstances surrounding the deadly encounter.
Community Reaction: Shock, Sadness, and a Plea for Peace
News of Seabrook’s death has cast a somber mood over the North Charleston community. Friends and neighbors described him as a hardworking, quiet man who kept to himself and was known for his generosity. Several expressed disbelief that his life could be taken so suddenly and violently.
“He was just out here yesterday talking with us,” one neighbor said. “He didn’t deserve this. None of us feel safe anymore.”
The incident has sparked renewed calls for action against gun violence in Charleston County, where several shootings have occurred in recent months. Local advocacy groups are urging city leaders and law enforcement agencies to invest more in violence prevention programs and community outreach.
Ongoing Investigation
North Charleston Police officials have indicated that the investigation is ongoing, and they are asking anyone with information related to the case to come forward. Anonymous tips can be submitted to CrimeStoppers of the Lowcountry at 1-843-554-1111 or through their website.
Detectives have not commented on whether additional arrests are expected, nor have they disclosed if the suspect and victim were acquainted prior to the incident.
Remembering Jamol Seabrook
As the investigation moves forward, the family of Jamol Seabrook is left to mourn a loved one taken too soon. No funeral arrangements have been announced yet, but relatives say they are planning a memorial to celebrate his life and legacy. Seabrook’s death marks yet another painful entry in the city’s growing list of lives lost to gun violence—a trend that community members and leaders are desperate to reverse.
This is a developing story. More information will be shared as it becomes available.