News Summary
An investigation is ongoing in Warrenville, S.C., after the shooting death of 53-year-old Cherie Hewitt. Deputies found Hewitt deceased in her home with at least one gunshot wound. The coroner confirmed her death on the scene, with no suspects identified yet. Hewitt was well-known in organic farming and was committed to mentoring others. The community is deeply affected by her loss as authorities seek information related to the incident.
Warrenville, S.C. – An ongoing investigation is currently underway by the Aiken County Sheriff’s Office following a shooting incident that resulted in the death of 53-year-old Cherie Hewitt. The incident occurred shortly before 2:30 a.m. on Monday morning on the 100 block of Whaley Street.
Deputies were dispatched after receiving reports of a shooting in the area. Upon arrival, they found Hewitt deceased inside her home. The Aiken County Coroner, Darryl Ables, confirmed that she was pronounced dead at the scene at 3:10 a.m., having sustained at least one gunshot wound. An autopsy is scheduled to take place later this week in Newberry.
The investigation is ongoing, with law enforcement officials from both the Aiken County Coroner’s Office and the Sheriff’s Office actively conducting interviews and gathering evidence. As of now, no information regarding potential suspects or the circumstances surrounding the shooting has been released to the public.
The Victim
Cherie Hewitt was recognized as a significant figure in the field of organic farming, having been the first USDA-certified organic farmer in the Southeast. She had a strong commitment to helping others and was known for mentoring new farmers and educating individuals about organic farming practices. In 2021, Hewitt took on the responsibility of caring for her grandson, obtaining emergency custody and temporarily stepping back from her career to provide support.
Context and Conditions
Prior to the shooting, the weather conditions in the area included heavy rainfall. While some residents experienced severe weather-related incidents, such as a neighbor recovering from a situation where a tree fell on their vehicle in nearby Saluda County, it remains unclear if these weather conditions had any connection to the shooting.
The community is left in shock as they process the loss of a well-respected and dedicated member. Cherie Hewitt’s contributions to organic farming and her role in mentoring others have made a lasting impact, and her passing is felt deeply by those who knew her.
As the investigation continues, authorities are urging anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward. The Aiken County Sheriff’s Office remains dedicated to uncovering the details surrounding this tragic incident, which has shaken the Warrenville community.
Updates on the investigation and the autopsy results will be provided as information becomes available. Meanwhile, the sheriff’s office continues to appeal to the public’s assistance in solving this case.
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Additional Resources
- Augusta Chronicle
- Wikipedia: Cherie Hewitt
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- Post & Courier
- Encyclopedia Britannica: fatal shooting
- WFXG
- Google News: Aiken County shooting
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