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A career in law enforcement places demands on the body that can extend far beyond an officer’s final shift. Long hours, rotating schedules, interrupted sleep, and years of responding to […]
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SCFOP | ELECTION 2026 Law Enforcement’s Voice at the Congressional Rally The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police joined state and national political leaders in Goose Creek, reinforcing its support […]
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We’re thankful the Anderson County deputies were not injured. A welfare check can turn dangerous in an instant, and these deputies faced gunfire while responding to someone in crisis.
Officials are investigating a deputy-involved shooting along I-85 in Anderson County on Thursday.
Deputies: Man dies from self-inflicted gunshot after deputy opens fire at I-85 rest stop
Today, we remember Washington District Sheriff Robert Maxwell
On this date in 1797, Sheriff Robert Maxwell died from gunshot wounds after being ambushed while on his way to court in Pickensville on November 10.
He was riding his horse and attempting to cross the Saluda River, near where the modern-day Piedmont Mill Dam is located. The suspects ambushed him because he was a law enforcement officer.
To every veteran who has worn our nation’s uniform, thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and service. The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police honors your commitment to our country and the freedoms we enjoy. Happy Veterans Day!
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Tribute to Fallen Officers
Master Deputy Michael Wade Hendricks
Master Deputy Sheriff Michael Hendricks was killed in a crash on Ladson Road between Highway 78 and Lincolnville Road around 11:25 a.m. Master...
Police Officer Christopher Delong Jr
Police Officer Christopher DeLong was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance near the 900 block of Hazelwood Road, in the...
Master Deputy Sheriff Jillian Olson
Master Deputy Sheriff Jillian Olson drowned during an underwater training exercise on Lake Murray. Master Deputy Olson had served with the Lexington...
Police Officer Don Dj Keller
Police Officer DJ Keller was killed in a head-on collision during the pursuit of a driver who sped away from a traffic stop. Around 4:56 p.m., when...
Trooper First Class Dennis Ricks
Trooper Dennis Ricks succumbed to injuries he received when he was struck by a truck during a traffic stop on August 10, 2025. Around 2:00 a.m.,...
K9 Sam
K9 Sam succumbed to heat stroke after suffering a medical emergency while training. Temperatures were registering over 100 degrees in the shade. As...
Deputy Sheriff Devin Mason
Deputy Sheriff Devin Mason was shot and killed while responding to a call on Old Timers Court in Darlington County. At 1:30 a.m., Deputy Mason and...
Deputy Sheriff Nathaniel Ansay
Deputy Sheriff Nate Ansay was killed in a vehicle crash on State Highway 301 in Effingham around 4:20 p.m. Deputy Ansay was traveling northbound on...
K9 Bum I
K9 Bumi was shot and killed while apprehending a juvenile fleeing from a stolen car after a short pursuit. At 2:30 a.m., deputies pursued a stolen...
K9 Kodak
K9 Kodak succumbed to injuries he sustained while tracking a fleeing suspect on October 5, 2024. A driver in a stolen vehicle fled from deputies in...
Deputy Sheriff Parker Perry
Deputy Sheriff Parker Perry succumbed to gunshot wounds he received while responding to a domestic violence call on November 3, 2026. Around 2:25...
Police Officer Thomas Denton
Police Officer Thomas Denton died during a training exercise in Huntington Beach around 11:00 a.m. Officer Denton was transported to Orange Coast...
Police Agent Nicholas Allen Graham
Police Agent Nick Graham was shot and killed while responding to a suspicious person near Wadsworth Boulevard and West Colfax Avenue in Lakewood. ...
Deputy Sheriff Mason Acheson
Deputy Sheriff Mason Acheson succumbed to gunshot wounds he received while responding to a domestic violence call on November 3, 2026. Around 2:25...
Deputy Sheriff Ryan Terpsma
Deputy Sheriff Ryan Terpsma was shot and killed while responding to a disturbance call at 119 Lone Pine Trail in Eureka. Around 8:23 p.m., Deputy...
Deputy Sheriff Caden Ryan Mullins
Deputy Sheriff Caden Mullins was killed when his cruiser was struck by a coal truck at the intersection of West Virginia Route 10 and Rum Creek Road...
Detective Jeffrey Lee Smith
Detective Jeffrey Smith suffered a fatal heart attack while engaged in a foot pursuit on Highway 19 near Rocky Top Road in Cherokee, North Carolina. ...
Deputy Sheriff Adam Sherif I
Deputy Sheriff Adam Sherifi was shot and killed while serving a felony warrant at the 4300 block of State Highway 198 in Van Zandt County. Deputy...
Sergeant Jacob Roesler
Sergeant Jacob Roesler was killed in a vehicle crash on State Routes 51 and 795. Around 6:30 a.m., Sergeant Roesler was responding to a separate...
Deputy Sheriff Katherine Frank
Deputy Sheriff Katherine Frank succumbed to injuries resulting from a shooting near the 2900 block of South Keyrell Drive in Sioux Falls, three days...
