Crime & Safety
Chester County, SC Alert: Armed Suspect Still at Large Sunday Nov 1
Great Falls, SC – Residents in Chester County are being urged to secure their homes and vehicles Sunday as law enforcement continues searching for a man considered armed and dangerous following a repo
By Wesley Grant · 2026-11-01T18:17:29.030Z
Great Falls, SC – Residents in Chester County are being urged to secure their homes and vehicles Sunday as law enforcement continues searching for a man considered armed and dangerous following a reported stabbing incident in Great Falls, south of the Charlotte metropolitan area.
According to the Chester County Sheriff 's Office, deputies are actively assisting the Great Falls Police Department in locating Devin Lee Jones, who authorities identified as the suspect involved in the incident near Brookline and Hampton streets.
Sheriff's Office Issues Updated Warning Sunday In an update issued at 11:45 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, authorities confirmed that the search remained active, with sheriff's office K9 teams and drone units deployed to assist officers.
Officials described Jones as a white male last seen wearing a black leather jacket, blue jeans and a black hat.
The sheriff's office emphasized that Jones should be considered armed and dangerous.
Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding the stabbing, the condition of any victims or the events leading up to the search.
Residents Urged to Secure Homes and Vehicles Law enforcement is asking anyone in the surrounding area to lock and secure all doors and vehicles while deputies continue their search.
Residents who notice suspicious activity or believe they have spotted the suspect are urged to call 911 immediately rather than approach him.
The search involves cooperation between the Chester County Sheriff's Office and Great Falls Police Department.
As of the sheriff's 11:45 a.m. update, Jones had not been located, and officials indicated that search operations were continuing.
Residents in Great Falls and surrounding Chester County communities should remain alert and follow official law enforcement updates as the situation develops.
Anyone with information that could assist investigators is encouraged to contact 911.