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Ceremonial Signing Set for New Police K-9 Protection Law
Governor Henry McMaster will hold a ceremonial bill signing on Wednesday, June 3, for H.3034, known as Fargo’s, Hyco’s, Rico’s, Coba’s, Wick’s, Mikka’s, and Bumi’s Law. The legislation increases criminal […]
A Month of Service and Sacrifice
May carries a special meaning across America. Throughout the month, communities pause to recognize the men and women who have dedicated their lives to serving something greater than themselves. For […]
Statehouse Report – 05/23/2026
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police remains committed to keeping law enforcement officers informed about legislative activity that affects our profession. This weekly Statehouse Report provides a clear, concise […]
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Congratulations to Chief DuJuan Council on his appointment as Chester’s new police chief. We look forward to working with him.
Gun violence has been an ongoing concern in the city of Chester.
Chester’s new police chief sets goals for safety, policing in the city
Routine traffic stops can become violent without warning, and officers should never face assault for simply doing their job.
In times of crisis, the SCFOP wants to ensure that each officer has a competent place to turn for help. The Officer Wellness Committee conducts a thorough vetting process for available resources and has vetted and approved these hotlines for our members.
Congratulations to Lance Corporal R.A. Lee on being named the 2026 National Trooper of the Year. His actions that day reflected extraordinary courage and selfless service.
Officials say Lance Corporal Lee stopped a wrong-way stolen SUV pursuit on Interstate 77 in Chester County with his vehicle.
South Carolina trooper named 2026 National Trooper of the Year
Today, we remember Carlisle Town Marshal Clarence Calhoun Gist.
On this date in 1907, Town Marshal Clarence Gist was shot and killed by a prisoner in the town lock-up.
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Tribute to Fallen Officers
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...
K9 Mikka
K9 Mikka died after her handler's patrol car caught fire during an intense shootout with a wanted subject along Una Road, near Ashland-Stokes Bridge...
K9 Wick
K9 Wick was struck and killed by a vehicle while pursuing the suspect of a stolen vehicle around 1:00 a.m. Richland County deputies attempted to...
K9 Coba
K9 Coba was shot and killed while officers attempted to arrest a fugitive on Gravel Road in Prosperity. South Carolina Law Enforcement Division...
Corporal Barry James Foust
Corporal Barry Foust died as a result of cancer that he developed following his response to the Pentagon on the morning of September 11, 2001, and...
Sergeant Joseph Apodaca
Sergeant Joseph Apodaca was killed pursuing a reckless driver at approximately 11:44 pm on NM-518 near a driveway at the 7200 block, between Ranchos...
Police Officer Dylan Chase Owen
Police Officer Dylan Owen was killed in a single-vehicle crash on North Mobile Street near Laird Drive in Citronelle. Around 3:30 p.m., while...
Game Warden Pilot Joshua T Tibbetts
Game Warden Pilot Joshua Tibbetts was killed when his Maine Warden Service Cessna 185F plane crashed near Schooolhouse Pond in Avon shortly before...
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 Kevin Trainor
Trooper Kevin Trainor was killed in a vehicle crash on Route 1 in Lynnfield. Around 2:00 a.m., 911 calls reported a wrong-way driver on Route 1...
Border Patrol Agent Sean M Mcdonough
Border Patrol Agent Sean McDonough suffered a medical emergency while performing marine unit water training in Alexandra Bay, NY. Agent McDonough...
Deputy Sheriff Richard Coyle
Deputy Sheriff Rick Coyle succumbed to gunshot wounds he received while serving papers at a home on the 2800 block of KY 365 in Sturgis. Deputy...
Police Officer John Bartholomew
Police Officer John Bartholomew was shot and killed by a robbery suspect at Chicago's Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital at approximately 10:50 a.m. ...
Reserve Deputy Constable Heather Avery
Reserve Deputy Constable Heather Avery was killed near mile marker 830 on Interstate 10, in Chambers County, while directing traffic in a...
