Man faces attempted murder charges in shooting near Rivers Avenue Walmart

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD)- A man is facing several charges, including attempted murder, after an alleged incident outside of a North Charleston Walmart.

According to NCPD, officers responded to Walmart on Rivers Ave shortly before 9:45 p.m. on Thursday in reference to a shooting.

The victim was able to provide a description of the suspect to officers, later identified as 28-year-old Christopher Jackson.

The victim was taken to the hospital for treatment of a gunshot wound.

Jackson was arrested on Friday and charged with attempted murder, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, escape, and shoplifting.

He is currently being held at the Al Cannon Detention Center.