North Charleston Police responded to gunshots on Arbutus Avenue around 12:30 p.m. on November 21, 2025, where they found spent shell casings but no immediate suspects. A search warrant at a nearby Matipan Avenue apartment led to the discovery of a firearm and the arrest of 26-year-old Malik Desmond (or Demond) Washington. He faces charges of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and was detained at the Al Cannon Detention Center in Charleston County.​
Program Context
This arrest aligns with local efforts to curb gun violence, as seen in a separate NCPD charge against Washington for allegedly shooting a juvenile. No injuries were reported from the Arbutus Avenue incident, but detectives linked the shell casings to the apartment search. Current inmate search tools for Charleston County can provide updates on his status.​
Local Relevance
Residents in North Charleston, part of the broader Charleston area, benefit from NCPD’s proactive responses to such reports, enhancing public safety. Community awareness of these events supports ongoing vigilance, especially amid related interests in local news and safety. More schools and families in the region may reference such incidents when prioritizing attendance and stability programs.
