A devastating mass shooting at a bustling bar on St Helena Island in South Carolina has resulted in four fatalities and at least 20 injuries, authorities confirmed. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning at Willie’s Bar and Grill, a popular venue known for its Gullah-inspired cuisine and cultural ambiance. According to the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, chaos erupted when gunfire broke out, prompting victims and witnesses to flee to nearby establishments for safety. Emergency responders arrived to find multiple individuals with gunshot wounds, four of whom were pronounced dead at the scene. At least four others were transported to local hospitals in critical condition. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, with investigators exploring whether it was a random act or targeted violence. The sheriff’s office has yet to identify any suspects and has withheld further details pending the ongoing investigation. Willie’s Bar and Grill, which celebrates the Gullah Geechee culture—a heritage rooted in the descendants of enslaved Africans along the southeastern US coast—has not commented on the tragedy. South Carolina Republican Representative Nancy Mace expressed her grief on social media, stating, ‘COMPLETELY HEARTBROKEN to learn about the devastating shooting in Beaufort County. Our prayers are with the victims, their families, and everyone impacted by this horrific act of violence.’ This incident adds to the growing concern over gun violence in the United States, highlighting the urgent need for effective solutions to address such tragedies.