Darlington, SC – Authorities in Darlington County are searching for a suspect involved in a reported sexual assault and carjacking earlier this month.
According to the Darlington County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to Phillips Street on Friday, Aug. 15, after receiving reports of a sexual assault. Deputies said the victim was in her vehicle when a man allegedly approached with a gun, forced her into the passenger seat and assaulted her before stealing the car.
Investigators said the stolen vehicle was later found abandoned. A sketch of the suspect has been created by a forensic artist with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and released to the public.
Sheriff Michael August said the investigation remains active and urged anyone with information to come forward. Officials ask that tips be directed to the Darlington County Sheriff’s Office at 843-398-4501.
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