🌱 Shark Attack Closes Beach + Teen Stable After Shooting At Hotel

Hello again, everybody! I’m back in your inbox with everything that’s fit to print about what’s happening in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: Humid with a t-storm in spots. High: 88 Low: 75.
• Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 91 Low: 76.

Here are the top three stories today in Hilton Head:

1. A 60-year-old man was bitten by a shark while swimming in waist-deep water off Hilton Head. The incident occurred around 3:20 p.m. at the beach in Sea Pines. Shore Beach Service personnel promptly responded, removing the man from the ocean, and paramedics took him to Hilton Head Hospital for treatment. The specific details about the man’s condition, the type of shark involved, and his identity have not been disclosed yet. As a precautionary measure, a section of the beach was temporarily closed after the incident. (Fox News)
2. An 18-year-old teen from nearby Hardeeville is in stable condition after being shot once in the parking lot of Hilton Head Gardens Thursday night. The incident was reported shortly before midnight, prompting emergency services to be called. The victim sought help at a nearby apartment before being taken to Memorial University Medical Center in Savannah for treatment. The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is conducting an ongoing investigation and encourages anyone with information to contact them or Crime Stoppers of the Lowcountry for a possible reward while remaining anonymous. (WJCL)
3. The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office revealed the harrowing details of a surprise alligator attack that resulted in the death of a 69-year-old woman on Hilton Head Island in early July. The incident occurred around 9:27 a.m. when deputies responded to an animal incident but were informed en route that Holly Jenkins had been killed by an alligator. Holly’s son, John, discovered her disappearance around 7:00 a.m., and he and his father, Justin, went to search for her. Tragically, they found her being attacked by an alligator in a canal near the golf course. Despite their efforts, the alligator was killed only after officials arrived at the scene. This was the second fatal alligator attack in Beaufort County in less than a year. (ABC News)

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Today and tomorrow in Hilton Head:

• Summer Jams and Fireworks At Shelter Cove Towne Centre (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Don’t miss the Hilton Head Island farmer’s market! Every Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. locals and visitors alike can find fresh produce, artisanal treats, and more! (Hilton Head Farmer’s Market via Facebook)
• Experience the ultimate three-Day Musical Celebration at Hilton Head Island Jam, where top hitmakers from Nashville and beyond will set the stage ablaze from Sep. 14-17. Visit here for more details. (Town of Hilton Head Island Govt via Facebook)
• Experience the magic of Tuesday nights on Hilton Head Island with spectacular summer fireworks shows at Shelter Cove. Don’t miss the chance to witness this enchanting display and make unforgettable memories under the starry sky! (Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival via Facebook)

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— Lauren Kubiak

About me: Lauren is an Editor for Lightning Media Partners. She graduated from Rowan University with a Bachelor’s in journalism. She was previously a full-time editor at an association management firm, editing peer-reviewed nursing journals, textbooks, and newsletters.