News Summary

A verbal dispute turned serious when a man threatened another with a firearm in Aiken, S.C., during severe weather warnings. The altercation intensified after a cell phone was snatched, leading to threats of violence. Local authorities are searching for the suspect, while residents face severe weather conditions in the area.

Aiken, S.C. – Disturbance Escalates to Weapon Threat Amid Severe Weather Warnings

On August 7, 2025, a verbal dispute escalated to a serious threat involving a firearm at a residence located at 414 Aiken Street, Aiken, S.C. Dominique Davis allegedly threatened a male individual with a silver-colored firearm during an altercation that stemmed from a personal matter. The victim intends to press charges against Davis, who fled the scene with the victim’s cell phone before law enforcement could arrive.

The confrontation began when Davis reportedly snatched the victim’s cell phone, prompting the victim to follow Davis outside to retrieve it. In the process, Davis allegedly kicked the victim’s front door, causing minor damage. Tensions peaked when Davis threatened the victim’s life, specifically stating that he would shoot the victim “on his birthday.”

The Aiken County Sheriff’s Office is actively working to locate Davis. Body-worn camera footage was operational during the incident, which may provide further insight into the situation.

Weather Conditions During the Incident

Compounding the situation, Aiken residents were under severe weather warnings at the time of the incident. The morning began with mixed clouds and sun but turned to scattered thunderstorms later in the day. The National Weather Service reported a high temperature of 92°F with a 40% chance of rain and light, variable winds. Thunderstorms were expected to continue, with stray lightning and gusts of up to 50 mph, particularly affecting the Aiken Municipal Airport area.

As residents dealt with the turmoil of the situation involving Davis, they were also warned about the severe weather conditions surrounding them. The National Weather Service issued an alert for strong thunderstorms, effective until 11:45 p.m. on August 13, forecasting significant rainfall and localized flooding.

In anticipation of the severe weather forecasted between August 12 and 15, various safety tips were disseminated to residents. Advices included precautions for thunderstorm situations and hydroplaning, as lightning strikes annually hit the U.S. around 25 million times, with summer representing the highest fatality incidence.

Impact of Thunderstorms in the Region

The severe weather conditions greatly affected a large portion of the southeastern U.S., contributing to detrimental impacts beyond just weather warnings. On August 13, a particularly deadly storm caused one fatality in Banks County, Georgia, highlighting the dangers associated with the ongoing storms. Power outages resulted from the severe storms, affecting approximately 4,000 Dominion Energy customers and 2,000 Georgia Power customers, leaving many without electricity as severe thunderstorms rolled through.

Community Response

In response to the incidents, community members have been advised to remain vigilant and prepared for further potential severe weather over the coming days. As the situation involving Dominique Davis continues to develop, local law enforcement remains dedicated to ensuring community safety and addressing incidents of violence.

The combination of escalating behavior related to the personal dispute and the unpredictable severe weather has raised concerns among Aiken residents. Authorities are urging individuals to stay informed about potential risks while also being cautious of personal safety amid such conflicts.

Officials continue to urge residents to report any recent sightings of Davis and remind the community about the importance of remaining alert during adverse weather conditions, ensuring that both personal and public safety is prioritized in the days ahead.

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• Herald Online
• WLTX
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• Myrtle Beach Online
• Fox Weather
• Wikipedia: Thunderstorm
• Google Search: Severe Weather Safety Tips
• Google Scholar: Thunderstorms Impact
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Thunderstorm
• Google News: Severe Weather

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