One person was injured in a shooting Friday morning at the Sonic Drive-In on Dorchester Road in Summerville, prompting a multi-agency law enforcement response.

Summerville Police Department officers responded to the incident around mid-morning, according to the agency. The extent of the victim’s injuries was not immediately released.

No suspects were in custody as of Friday afternoon, and police have not released details about what led to the shooting or whether the victim and shooter knew each other.

Multiple law enforcement agencies assisted Summerville police at the scene, though officials did not specify which departments responded. Dorchester Road remained open to traffic despite the ongoing investigation.

The shooting marks another violent incident in the Charleston metro area, where local government officials have grappled with public safety concerns across municipal boundaries. Summerville, with a population of roughly 50,000, sits about 20 miles northwest of downtown Charleston.

“We are working to gather all the facts and will provide updates as they become available,” a Summerville Police spokesperson said Friday.

The Sonic restaurant, located at 1735 Dorchester Road, sits in a busy commercial corridor that includes several other restaurants and retail stores. The area typically sees heavy traffic during morning and lunch hours.

Summerville police have increased their focus on violent crime prevention in recent years, adding community policing initiatives and expanding their detective division. The department serves both the city limits and assists with incidents in unincorporated areas of Dorchester County.

Friday’s shooting comes as law enforcement agencies across the Charleston region coordinate on public safety initiatives. The multi-jurisdictional response demonstrates the collaborative approach police departments have adopted for serious incidents.

Investigators were processing the scene Friday and interviewing potential witnesses. Security cameras at the restaurant and nearby businesses could provide crucial evidence, though police have not confirmed whether video footage exists.

The victim was transported to a local hospital, but their current condition was not released. Police also have not said whether the shooting occurred inside the restaurant, in the parking lot, or at the drive-through.

Sonic employees were cooperating with the investigation, according to police. The restaurant’s corporate office did not immediately respond to requests for comment about whether the location would remain open or if additional security measures were being considered.

Summerville has experienced steady growth over the past decade, with new residential developments and commercial projects changing the community’s character. The town’s police department has worked to adapt its resources and strategies to match the population increase.

The investigation involves both uniformed officers and detectives from Summerville police. The department’s criminal investigation division typically handles shooting cases, working with forensics specialists to collect physical evidence.

Police have not said whether they believe the shooting was random or targeted. They also have not released descriptions of any suspects or vehicles that might be connected to the incident.

Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact Summerville Police Department at 843-871-2281. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers of the Lowcountry.

The department plans to release additional details as the investigation progresses, though officials said they must balance public information requests with protecting the integrity of their case.

This story will be updated as more information becomes available from Summerville police and other responding agencies.