Four people have been killed and at least 20 injured in a mass shooting at a breakfast bar in South Carolina.

Large crowds were at Willie’s Bar and Grill on St Helena Island when gunshots were suddenly heard.

Emergency services arrived to people wounded at the bar, while other victims and witnesses had rushed into nearby buildings and businesses.

Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement: ‘Multiple victims and witnesses ran to the nearby businesses and properties seeking shelter from the gun shots.

‘The circumstances of this incident are still under investigation. At this time, we know that at least 20 people were injured. 4 were transported to area hospitals in critical conditions and 4 victims were pronounced deceased at the scene.

‘Names of victims will not be released a

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