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Statehouse Report – 03/13/2026
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 […]
They Went In First: South Carolina’s K9 Protection Law
At the worst moment of a manhunt, when a suspect has run, hidden, armed himself, and decided he will not surrender, a police dog is often the first one sent […]
Statehouse Report – 03/06/2026
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 Sheriff P.J. Tanner on his upcoming retirement and thank you for 46 years of service to the law enforcement profession and the people of Beaufort County.
Beaufort County Sheriff P.J. Tanner will not run for re-election and will retire when his term ends after 28 years on Jan. 5, 2027.
Camp Crystal Lake is a long way from South Carolina. But if Jason shows up, he will find law enforcement ready for him.
Congratulations to Donte Locklear on his appointment as Chief of the Latta Police Department. We look forward to working with him and the officers serving the Latta community.
LATTA, S.C. (WBTW) — The Latta Police Department introduced Donte Locklear as its new police chief and Carlos Castillo as a new lieutenant during a meet-and-greet held Thursday afternoon. The…
National Working Moms Day reminds us that some officers finish their shift and step into their most important role. Law enforcement mothers carry strength in uniform and love at home.
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Tribute to Fallen Officers
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...
Deputy Sheriff Jacob Eric Salrin
Deputy Sheriff Jacob Salrin was killed in a vehicle crash at the intersection of Bluff Road and Windy Drive. His patrol car collided with a...
Corporal Timothy J Oconnor Jr
Corporal Timothy O'Connor was shot and killed during a traffic stop in West Caln Township, near the intersection of Michael Road and Route 10 in West...
Deputy Sheriff Kaleb Mitchell
Deputy Sheriff Kaleb Mitchell was killed in a vehicle crash in the 7400 block of Highway 311 at the intersection of Grubbs Road around 6:00 a.m. A...
Master Trooper Steven J Perry
Master Trooper Steven J. Perry was killed when his patrol vehicle was struck head-on by a wrong-way driver on NC-147, near the Swift Avenue exit, at...
Correctional Officer Dustin Pedigo
Correctional Officer Justin Pedigo was stabbed and killed by an inmate at the Morgan County Correctional Complex at 541 Wayne Cotton Morgan Drive in...
Deputy Sheriff Michael Hislope
Deputy Sheriff Michael Hislope was shot and killed while attempting to apprehend the suspect who had killed Deputy Sheriff Gabriel Ramirez. Around...
Deputy Sheriff Kenneth Lewis
Deputy Sheriff Kenneth Lewis succumbed to injuries he received when he was struck by a vehicle while helping a stranded motorist on Interstate 10 in...
Sergeant Michael Schlattman
Sergeant Michael Schlattman was struck and killed by a tractor-trailer during a traffic stop on Interstate 40 near Carnuel. Around 5:00 p.m.,...
Deputy Sheriff Gabriel Ramirez
Deputy Sheriff Gabriel Ramirez was shot and killed while conducting a traffic stop on State Highway 160 and Route HH near Highlandville around 4:00...
Master Trooper Stien Davis Jr
Master Trooper Stien Davis was killed in a single-vehicle crash on North Carolina Highway 130 shortly after midnight. Trooper Davis lost control of...
Corporal David M Hathcock
Corporal David Hathcock succumbed to injuries he sustained in a vehicle crash on November 9, 2025, near Taylor and Vaugnn Roads in Montgomery. ...
