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Chester County deputies searching for 'armed and dangerous' suspect after deadly shooting

Authorities say the shooting happened just after midnight on Sunday, March 6, in the area of Powell Drive.

CHESTER COUNTY, S.C. — Officials in Chester County have identified the suspect who allegedly shoot one person dead and left four others injured early Sunday morning.

A spokesperson for the Chester County Sheriff's Office says the agency is searching for Vangereil Dreteckes Miller, 30. Authorities say he also goes by "Gerald," and should be considered armed and dangerous.

Chester County Sheriff's deputies responded to a shooting in the area of Powell Drive, off James F. Wherry Road and Harvey Neely Road around 12:30 a.m on Sunday, March 6.

One person was found dead on scene, according to deputies. Four additional victims were taken to the hospital with substantial injuries before law enforcement arrived, deputies said.

One victim has been released from the hospital, according to the sheriff's office. The other three remain in the hospital.

Miller's facing charges of murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime. Officials say additional charges are pending.

Anyone with information on Miller's whereabouts should call 911 immediately.

RELATED: 1 person dead following shooting in southwest Charlotte, police say

SLED is assisting with this investigation, deputies said. 

This investigation is active and ongoing. 

Note: WCNC instituted a new policy in March 2021 regarding the broadcast or posting of mugshots.  

WCNC will only air or post a mugshot if the person has been formally charged with a crime and in a few other cases. The exceptions include: If it appears the person could be a danger to themselves or others or if they are wanted by authorities; to differentiate between people with a common name; if the photos could encourage more victims to come forward. The news-editorial leadership may also decide to use a mugshot based on the severity of the crime(s) committed and/or the level of public interest in the crime and ensuing criminal proceedings.

WCNC Charlotte is choosing to show the mugshots of the suspects in this case because the suspect is still being searched for by authorities.

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