Man arrested in Burton stabbing 
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man in connection with a stabbing that occurred Monday in Burton.
At approximately 12:57 p.m. on December 1, 2025, deputies responded to the area of Noye Wiggins Dr., for a reported stabbing. Upon arrival, deputies located a 16-year-old female suffering from stab wounds. The male suspect, identified as 18-year-old, Angel Avila-Castro along with several witnesses, remained on scene.
The investigation revealed that a domestic altercation occurred between family members at their residence. At some point during the incident, Avila-Castro retrieved a utility knife and stabbed the victim.
Beaufort County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded, and the victim was transported for medical treatment of her injuries.
Avila-Castro was arrested on the charge of Attempted Murder and Possession of a Weapon During Commission of a Violent Crime. He was transported to the Beaufort County Detention Center.
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office encourages the community to report suspicious and criminal activity by calling our non-emergency dispatch line at 843-524-2777. If wishing to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers of Beaufort County via the P3 Tips app on your mobile device, online at tipsbft.com, or by calling 844-TIPS-BFT (844-847-7238).
Address/Location
Beaufort County Sheriff's Office
2001 Duke St
Beaufort, SC 29902
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 843-255-3200
