Crime & Public Safety

At least 12 cop cars are on this Hilton Head road right now. Here’s what they’re doing

Vehicles roar down William Hilton Parkway through its intersection with Squire Pope Road on Friday. The intersection is the third most likely spot for a collision on Hilton Head Island.
Vehicles roar down William Hilton Parkway through its intersection with Squire Pope Road on Friday. The intersection is the third most likely spot for a collision on Hilton Head Island. jkarr@islandpacket.com

A large amount of police will be on Squire Pope Road on Hilton Head Island throughout Friday afternoon, according to a Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office news release.

Deputies are conducting a search warrant in relation to recent burglaries at a home on the road, the release said.

People passing through the area will see a large amount of law enforcement throughout the rest of the afternoon, including tactical units, the release said.

A video posted online showed over a dozen police vehicles at the location near Stingray Drive and Squire Pope.

“There is a large amount of police there to ensure the safety of everyone involved,” Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Capt. Bob Bromage said.

This story will be updated.

This story was originally published November 16, 2018 at 2:59 PM.

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