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Statehouse Report – 02/20/2026

Statehouse Report – 02/20/2026

February 20, 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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SC First Responders Need HALO Protection

SC First Responders Need HALO Protection

February 19, 2026

Multiple HALO bills are currently pending before the South Carolina General Assembly, including H.3535, S.175, and H.4763. Each proposal establishes a clearly defined 25-foot safety perimeter around first responders who […]

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SCFOP and the Law Enforcement Torch Run

SCFOP and the Law Enforcement Torch Run

February 17, 2026

The relationship between the South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics reflects a shared commitment to service, professionalism, and community. […]

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South Carolina’s HALO legislation establishes a clearly defined safety perimeter for first responders while protecting constitutional rights and transparency. Learn why this policy strengthens public safety and supports those who serve.

South Carolina’s pending HALO legislation, including H.3535, S.175, and H.4763, establishes a clearly defined 25-foot safety perimeter for first responders while protecting constitutional rights and transparency.

SC First Responders Need HALO Protection – South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police

Posted on Friday, February 20, 2026

Please join us for the 3rd Annual Deputy Jacob Salrin Memorial Hockey Game. 💙

📆 March 7
⏰ 4:00PM

Richland Blueliners will face off against the Greenville Guardians as we come together to honor Deputy Salrin’s life, legacy, and sacrifice.

While we continue to remember September 29, 2023, this annual game is about celebrating Jake — bringing our community together in a way he would have loved.

Posted on Friday, February 20, 2026

We are glad to see the Solicitor reached the only proper decision based on the evidence and the law. Deputies are not required to wait to be shot before defending themselves, and the responsibility for violent encounters begins with the person who creates the threat.

Newly obtained materials from a records request show details in the officer-involved shooting in Berkeley County on April 22, 2025, that led to the death of Tyren Kinloch after the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division conducted its investigation.

No charges made in Berkeley County deputy-involved shooting death

Posted on Friday, February 20, 2026

We mourn the passing of Deacon James Hyland, retired Rock Hill Police Officer and charter member of the York County Fraternal Order of Police. James lived a life defined by service to his community, his church, and the profession he loved. We extend our heartfelt condolences to Debbie and the entire Hyland family during this difficult time.

Funeral arrangements are as follows:

Visitation
Sunday, February 22, 2026
12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
1324 Leland Court
York, SC 29734

Funeral Mass
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
11:00 a.m.
St. Anne Catholic Church

Please keep the Hyland family in your prayers as we honor a man who gave so much to others.

Posted on Friday, February 20, 2026

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Posted on Friday, February 20, 2026

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Tribute to Fallen Officers

Trooper First Class Dennis Ricks

Trooper First Class Dennis Ricks

South Carolina Highway Patrol EOW: Aug 13, 2025

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.,...

Sam

K9 Sam

Lexington County Sheriff's Department EOW: Jul 8, 2025

K9 Sam succumbed to heat stroke after suffering a medical emergency while training. Temperatures were registering over 100 degrees in the shade. As...

Sheriff Mason

Deputy Sheriff Devin Mason

Darlington County Sheriff's Office EOW: Jul 1, 2025

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...

Sheriff Ansay

Deputy Sheriff Nathaniel Ansay

Florence County Sheriff's Office EOW: May 20, 2025

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...

Bum

K9 Bum I

Richland County Sheriff's Department EOW: Dec 23, 2024

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...

Kodak

K9 Kodak

Richland County Sheriff's Department EOW: Oct 10, 2024

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...

Mikka

K9 Mikka

Lee County Sheriff's Office EOW: Sep 20, 2024

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...

Wick

K9 Wick

Richland County Sheriff's Department EOW: Jun 20, 2024

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...

Coba

K9 Coba

South Carolina Law Enforcement Division EOW: Jun 11, 2024

K9 Coba was shot and killed while officers attempted to arrest a fugitive on Gravel Road in Prosperity. South Carolina Law Enforcement Division...

Sheriff Jacob Eric Salrin

Deputy Sheriff Jacob Eric Salrin

Richland County Sheriff's Department EOW: Sep 29, 2023

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...

Caleb Abney

Police Officer Caleb Abney

Hahira Police Department EOW: Feb 19, 2026

Police Officer Caleb Abney was struck and killed during a traffic stop on Interstate 75 at 12:09 a.m. Officer Abney had pulled over a car on the...

Trooper Diego

Trooper Michael Diego

Florida Highway Patrol EOW: Feb 18, 2026

Trooper Michael Diego passed away after suffering a medical emergency at 12:30 p.m. while training for the Patrol Criminal Interdiction Unit at the...

Brian Elliott

Police Officer Brian Elliott

Beech Grove Police Department EOW: Feb 16, 2026

Police Officer Brian Elliott was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call at an apartment on Diplomat Court in Beech Grove. ...

Trooper Hunter R Bennett

Trooper Hunter R Bennett

Arizona Department of Public Safety EOW: Feb 4, 2026

Trooper Hunter Bennett was killed in a helicopter crash while assisting the Flagstaff Police Department with an active shooter. Around 8:30 p.m.,...

Sheriff Richard A Haggard

Deputy Sheriff Richard A Haggard

Lee County Sheriff's Department EOW: Feb 2, 2026

Deputy Sheriff Rick Haggard was struck and killed while directing traffic in front of Shannon Elementary School at 695 Romie Hille Avenue in Shannon...

Senior Tamang

Police Officer Senior Pradeep Tamang

Gwinnett County Police Department EOW: Feb 1, 2026

Police Officer Senior Pradeep Tamang was shot and killed responding to a fraud and forgery call at the Holiday Inn at the 1700 block of East Park...

Sheriff Bonham

Deputy Sheriff Derrick Bonham

Weakley County Sheriff's Office EOW: Jan 30, 2026

Deputy Sheriff Derrick Bonham was shot and killed responding to a shots fired call. Deputy Bonham was assisting the Martin Police Department on a...

Sheriff Ohlmeyer

Deputy Sheriff Christopher Ohlmeyer

Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office EOW: Jan 30, 2026

Deputy Sheriff Christopher Ohlmeyer was killed while serving in a funeral escort on Airline Highway, near the 9200 block in New Orleans, at 11:40...

Sheriff Jordan

Deputy Sheriff Tim Jordan

Bossier Parish Sheriff's Office EOW: Jan 21, 2026

Deputy Sheriff Tim Jordan was killed in a train collision on Highway 3 at Benton Road and Kingston Road in Benton. Around 8:00 a.m. Deputy Jordan...

Agent Anbal Morales Aponte

Agent Anbal Morales Aponte

Puerto Rico Police Department EOW: Jan 13, 2026

Agent Aníbal Morales Aponte succumbed to injuries he received when his patrol motorcycle was struck by a driver who ran a red light at Rafael...

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