ORANGEBURG, SC — A Saturday night shooting in the Roosevelt Gardens community has left residents rattled and law enforcement authorities working to piece together what led to the violent incident.
Orangeburg Department of Public Safety officers responded to reports of shots fired shortly after 9:00 p.m. on September 6, 2025. When officers arrived at the scene, they found evidence consistent with gunfire, including shell casings scattered along the roadway. Police have not yet released details on whether anyone was injured or if a suspect has been identified, noting that the investigation remains in its early stages.
Neighbors say the sound of gunshots shattered the usual weekend quiet of the community. Several residents reported ducking for cover or rushing their children indoors as the incident unfolded. “We heard at least five or six shots back-to-back,” one resident told reporters. “It’s scary because this is our home, and you don’t expect something like this right outside your door.”
The Roosevelt Gardens community, located just outside downtown Orangeburg, has dealt with sporadic violence in the past, but many residents say they had hoped recent police outreach and community events were signs of positive change. Saturday night’s shooting, however, has reignited concerns about safety.
Law enforcement officials emphasized that they are dedicating resources to solving the case. Investigators are canvassing the area, reviewing potential surveillance footage, and interviewing witnesses who may have seen or heard anything unusual. Authorities have urged anyone with information to contact the Orangeburg Department of Public Safety or provide anonymous tips through Crimestoppers.
Community leaders have already begun calling for calm and unity in the wake of the violence. Local pastors and neighborhood advocates stressed the need for residents to work closely with police to ensure accountability and to help prevent future incidents. “We can’t let fear divide us,” one faith leader said. “We need to stand together as a community and support each other during times like this.”
As of Sunday morning, police had not confirmed any arrests. Officials assured the public that updates would be shared as the investigation develops and more facts come to light.
For now, the residents of Roosevelt Gardens are left grappling with unease, hoping for swift justice and a return to the peace they long for in their neighborhood.
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