Four people were killed and 20 injured have been injured in a shooting at a crowded bar in the US state of South Carolina, local authorities said, according to the Associated Press. The mass shooting occurred in the early hours of Sunday at Willie's Bar and Grill on St. Helena Island, the report said. Those who were injured in the incident are receiving treatment at nearly hospitals and four of them are said to be in critical condition.

Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement posted on X: "Multiple victims and witnesses ran to the nearby businesses and properties seeking shelter from the gun shots." The statement added: "This is a tragic and difficult incident for everyone. We ask for your patience as we continue to investigate this incident. Our thoughts are with all of the

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