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Man Killed by Booby-Trapped Shotgun in South Carolina Home

Authorities say the trap was likely set by the homeowner, who is already in custody on attempted murder charges.

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Calhoun County Sheriff's Office in South Carolina.
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Overview

  • Jordan Dove, 34, was fatally shot while checking on a vacant family member's home in Saint Matthews, South Carolina.
  • Police discovered a shotgun rigged at the back door, designed to fire when someone entered, and dismantled it upon arrival.
  • The homeowner, Alfonzo Brown, 66, is in custody in Maryland on unrelated attempted murder charges involving other family members.
  • Authorities believe the booby trap was intended to target law enforcement, as the front door was barricaded and no one else was inside.
  • The incident is considered isolated, and police have stated there is no ongoing threat to the public.