A teenager was critically injured after being shot while driving in Oconee County, South Carolina, prompting an active manhunt for the suspect. The incident occurred shortly before 8:20 p.m. on Monday, August 24, 2026, on Goddard Avenue near Sirrine Street in the Utica Mill Hill area. Deputies with the Oconee County Sheriff's Office responded to reports of a shooting in progress. Upon arrival, they discovered the teen driver had been struck by gunfire and was subsequently airlifted to a local hospital for treatment. Authorities have identified the suspect vehicle as a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. According to the sheriff's office, the Hyundai approached the victim's vehicle from behind and fired shots into the teen's car. Investigators utilized a FLOCK camera network to positively identify the suspect vehicle, a critical piece of evidence in the ongoing investigation. The suspect remains at large, and law enforcement is urging the public to remain vigilant. The Oconee County Sheriff's Office is working closely with Crimestoppers to gather information that could lead to the arrest of the individual responsible for the shooting. Residents who may have witnessed the incident or have information regarding the whereabouts of the suspect or the 2012 Hyundai Elantra are strongly encouraged to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously by calling 1-844-71-CRIME, visiting 71crime.com, or using the free P3 mobile application. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not yet released the identity of the victim or the specific condition of the teen. The community is asked to assist law enforcement by reporting any suspicious activity or vehicles matching the description of the suspect car.