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River Brawl Erupts: Dozens Fight at Congaree River Hangout
19 Jun
Summary
- A massive brawl involved dozens of people at a river hangout.
- Six arrests were made in connection with the June 6 incident.
- Alcohol was a factor in the violent confrontation, authorities said.
A violent confrontation involving dozens of individuals shattered the peace at the 601 Sand Bar on the Congaree River in Calhoun County on June 6. Shocking video footage documented the widespread chaos, with multiple fights breaking out simultaneously as large crowds gathered. The brawl resulted in at least three people sustaining injuries, ranging from swollen eyes to head injuries.
Authorities have since arrested six individuals in connection with the incident: Brendan Bonds, Hunter Dalzell, Lucas Scott, Edward Scott, Austin Mizzell, and Taylor Knudson. They are facing various assault and breach-of-peace charges. Calhoun County Sheriff Thomas Summers indicated that alcohol was a contributing factor to the violence and noted that the event occurred during the annual Sparkleberry Duck Run, which draws many to the river.
The investigation is ongoing, and the sheriff's office anticipates further arrests as they review evidence and public submissions. Sheriff Summers emphasized that such behavior is not tolerated and that the river, while often a family setting, can become unsafe due to such incidents.
