BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. (WSAV) - Community members came together Wednesday night after a deadly shooting outside a local bar on St. Helena Island.

Officials said they want to begin the healing process and talk about what’s next.

The Oct. 12 shooting at Willie’s Bar and Grill left four people dead and more than 20 injured. It’s a tragedy that has left lasting pain in this small community.

“Together we can find healing. We can find strength, and we can find purpose by coming together,” said one event organizer.

Wednesday’s meeting brought out more than a dozen community members eager to hear from local leaders about the resources available.

As families continue to process the violence, Beaufort County School District officials said support systems are already in place.

“We have mental he

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