JASPER COUNTY, S.C. (WSAV) — Jasper County officials asked residents to avoid the Rivers Hill area while deputies responded to a situation involving an armed person Wednesday night.

The person involved has a mental health condition, a Jasper County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) spokesperson said.

The person allegedly fired shots at law enforcement and fled into the woods off of Beaver Dam Road.

Shortly after the announcement, deputies were able to detain the person, JCSO spokesperson said. They were transported to a medical center for evaluation.

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