
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Crime Stoppers of the Lowcountry is now offering a $3,000 reward for information of the whereabouts or an arrest in the case of Willie Toomer. This reward is due to the wonderful collective donations of Huger, Cainhoy and Wando community members and the assistance of Berkeley County Sheriffโs Office.
Willie Toomer is a well-knownย elderlyย resident of theย Cainhoyย community. He can be seen walking daily alongย Cainhoyย Road going from his house to Singletaryโs Storeย and to the church.ย Although he walks to most places he goes, he does have a problem walking. He doesnโt pick up his feet and โshufflesโ when he walks.ย
Willieย wasย last seen walking to church on Sunday, May 14,ย at approximately 8:30 AM. ย After church,ย he was given a ride homeย byย one of the parishionersย at approximately 12:30 pm to the front of his house.ย ย After he missed his daily meetings with family and friends that evening and the following morning, theyย became concerned and checked his residence. Theyย found his house unlocked and he was nowhere to be found.ย ย
Willie was last seen wearing a black suit, but could have possibly changed into a light colored shirt and Khaki style pants. He isย a African American maleย who isย 78 years old.ย
If you, or someone you know, have any information regarding any crime, you are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers. You could earn a reward up to $1,000.Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 554-1111, toll free at 1-888-CRIME-SC, or online at www.5541111.com. Texters can send anonymous tips to CRIMES (274637), and mark the beginning of the message with “TIPCSL”. Text STOP to 274637 to cancel. Text HELP to 274637 for help. Msg & Data Rates May Apply.