Chester, SC – A frightening scene unfolded Friday afternoon at Chester Park School of the Arts when a suspect allegedly crashed a vehicle nearby, fled on foot, and broke into a classroom, according to the Chester County Sheriff’s Office.
The incident occurred around 12:13 p.m. near the Chester Park Complex, which includes four local schools. Deputies identified the suspect as D’arrius Tyrese Edwards, who allegedly ran toward the school after crashing his vehicle in a wooded area.
According to deputies, Edwards broke a classroom window and grabbed a student before being confronted by the school’s designated School Resource Officer (SRO). To neutralize the threat and protect the student, the SRO deployed a taser, allowing officers to detain Edwards moments later.
EMS units examined the student, who was reported to be stable with non-life-threatening injuries. Edwards was transported to a hospital for evaluation.
Deputies searched the school complex following the incident and confirmed no additional threats were found. Investigators say Edwards faces several pending charges, including Assault and Battery of a High and Aggravated Nature, Burglary Second Degree Violent, and Kidnapping.
Sheriff’s officials commended the rapid response of the SRO, additional deputies, and dispatchers for preventing further harm. The investigation remains ongoing.
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