A suspect in South Carolina has been arrested and two are wanted in connection triple murder of three teen boys in Aiken.
Three victims were found in the front yard of the residence suffering from gunshot wounds when deputies arrived.
The three teen victims were identified as 17-year-old Willie Garrett, 16-year-old Ivan Perry and 16-year-old Cameron Carroll.
According to the Aiken County Sheriff’s Office, 18-year-old Xabian U. Bailey was arrested on June 26.
Investigators are still searching for two additional suspects, 20-year-old Alvin Artis IV and a 15-year-old.
Officials say developments in the investigation led investigators to 173 Lloyd Town Road, believed to be where the shooting suspects were hiding out.
Bailey was found in the house and was taken into custody without incident. He is facing 3 counts of murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.
This needless loss of life has created a void in families and a community that will have lasting effects,” Sheriff Hunt said “The quick arrest of Bailey is the result of intelligence gathering by investigators of all disciplines which include the newly assigned gang investigators. There is no doubt that this senseless violence is the result of gang members who have no regard for the sanctity of life.
The Aiken County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging anyone with information that would lead to the whereabouts of the additional suspects to contact the office at (803) 648-6811.
The additional suspects should be considered armed and dangerous, officials say.
You can provide information anonymously through Midlands Crime Stoppers.
Your tip could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest of the person(s) responsible for any crime.
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