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Six arrested after brawl at Congaree River sandbar, sheriff says

Six people face assault charges after a brawl at the Congaree River sandbar in Calhoun County, South Carolina, during a weekend event.

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CALHOUN COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA, June 20 (Infinite Headlines) — Calhoun County sheriff’s deputies have arrested six people after a June 6 brawl at the 601 Sand Bar on the Congaree River in South Carolina, where authorities said more than 20 people were involved and more arrests are expected.

The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office said the fight broke out during the annual Sparkleberry Duck Run. Sheriff Thomas Summers said alcohol was a factor and deputies found numerous cases of underage drinking.

Authorities said at least three people were injured, with injuries ranging from swollen eyes to head injuries. Summers said, “This kind of behavior will not be tolerated.”

Fox News identified the six arrested as Brendan Bonds, Hunter Dalzell, Lucas Scott, Edward Scott, Austin Mizzell and Taylor Knudson, saying they face various assault and breach-of-peace charges. The sheriff’s office said the investigation remains active as detectives continue reviewing video and public submissions.

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Raised in Moraga, California, Josh Mantez is a Sacramento contributor for Times Media Service. Mantez covers local news in Sacramento, including government, transportation and transit, public safety, schools and major community developments, explaining how government actions affect residents. Mantez holds a master's degree in journalism.

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