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2 dead in shooting in downtown Charleston

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) – Witnesses reported a large police presence in a downtown Charleston neighborhood Tuesday evening.

Officers heard gunshots on Johnson Street between America and Hanover streets just before 10 p.m., Lt. Anthony Gibson.

Officers found two gunshot victims on scene who were pronounced dead at the scene.

Charleston Police Department officers have closed roads in the Johnson area...
Charleston Police Department officers have closed streets in the area of ​​Johnson Street and America Street.(Live 5)

It’s not clear if there have been any arrests in connection with the shooting.

The Charleston County Coroner’s Office has not yet released the names of the victims.

Gibson said the investigation is ongoing.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.