Investigation continues into Sunday I-85 Shooting Incident

The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office in South Carolina is continuing its investigation into a shooting incident that occurred Sunday, January 8. 2023, afternoon along Interstate 85.  At around 5:30pm, the E-911 Center received a call in reference to gunshots that were fired from a vehicle into another vehicle, on the interstate, that was occupied by two adults and two children.  The shooting occurred on I-85 southbound between mile markers 1 and 2, which is between Highway 11 and Highway 59.  The adult female inside of the vehicle sustained injuries.  The victim was transported to the hospital via a medical helicopter.  At this time, based upon evidence gathered so far, the incident is being investigated as a road rage incident.  Investigators are continuing to follow-up on leads and gather evidence.  Investigators believe the suspect vehicle is a dark in color, either black or navy blue, BMW SUV X5 or X6, with the model year being around 2017.  Investigators also believe the SUV was occupied by a black male and was traveling towards Georgia after the shooting occurred.  If you have any information regarding this shooting incident that occurred along I-85 southbound, send those tips to Crimestoppers at www.oconeesccrimestoppers.com.  You don’t have to give your name when you contact Crimestoppers and any information provided is confidential.  If your tip leads to an arrest, you could be eligible for a cash reward.