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SCFOP Governor Election Guide – 2026

SCFOP Governor Election Guide – 2026

May 7, 2026

The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police distributed a candidate questionnaire to ballot-certified gubernatorial candidates meeting the organization’s established viability threshold for the 2026 election cycle. The questionnaire focused on […]

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SCFOP Attorney General Election Guide – 2026

SCFOP Attorney General Election Guide – 2026

May 6, 2026

The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police distributed a candidate questionnaire to all ballot-certified candidates for Attorney General who met the organization’s established viability threshold as part of the SCFOP […]

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Why Officer Wellness Can’t Be Ignored

Why Officer Wellness Can’t Be Ignored

May 3, 2026

Law enforcement is a profession built on strength, discipline, and commitment. Every day, officers step into situations most people will never encounter. The public sees the uniform, the authority, and […]

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SCFOP asked the 2026 Attorney General candidates where they stand on issues affecting law enforcement in South Carolina.

SCFOP publishes verbatim responses from the 2026 South Carolina Attorney General candidates on law enforcement policy, officer protections, due process, and public safety issues ahead of the June 9 Republican primary.

SCFOP Attorney General Election Guide – 2026 – South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police

Posted on Thursday, May 07, 2026

Proud to see four local FOP lodges come together to honor fallen officers with the dignity and respect they deserve. https://www.live5news.com/2026/05/06/tri-county-memorial-honors-76-law-enforcement-officers-who-died-line-duty/

Tri-County Lodge #3 Fraternal Order of Police
Charleston Metro Lodge # 5
Berkeley County Lodge #19 Fraternal Order of Police
Summerville-Dorchester Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #48

The Tri-County Fraternal Order of Police held a memorial to honor those who died in the line of duty across Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton and Dorchester counties.

Tri-county memorial honors 76 law enforcement officers who died in line of duty

Posted on Thursday, May 07, 2026

Investigative work demands patience, professionalism, and relentless commitment to victims and their families.

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Join the North Charleston Police Department as they are featured on an episode of A&E’s “The First 48.” The episode will follow NCPD dete…

‘The First 48’ features NCPD investigation of Robert Brown III murder

Posted on Thursday, May 07, 2026

Yesterday, H.3034, the K9 Protection bill, passed its final hurdle in the General Assembly after the House concurred with Senate amendments.

The bill has now passed both chambers and been ordered enrolled for ratification before heading to the Governor’s desk.

We appreciate all members of the General Assembly who supported this legislation, especially Rep. Neal Collins, who has worked alongside us for more than a decade to strengthen protections for law enforcement K9s in South Carolina.

Posted on Thursday, May 07, 2026

We extend our condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Lieutenant Chris Moore following his passing.

CLINTON, S.C. (WSPA) — The Clinton Police Department announced the passing of retired Lieutenant Chris Moore, who dedicated 25 years of service to the department. Officers said Lieutenant Moo…

Retired Clinton police lieutenant remembered for 25 years of service

Posted on Thursday, May 07, 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...

Trooper Trainor

Trooper Kevin Trainor

Massachusetts State Police EOW: May 6, 2026

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...

Sean Mcdonough

Border Patrol Agent Sean M Mcdonough

United States Department of Homeland Security - Customs and Border... EOW: May 1, 2026

Border Patrol Agent Sean McDonough suffered a medical emergency while performing marine unit water training in Alexandra Bay, NY. Agent McDonough...

Sheriff Coyle

Deputy Sheriff Richard Coyle

Crittenden County Sheriff's Office EOW: Apr 30, 2026

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...

John Bartholomew

Police Officer John Bartholomew

Chicago Police Department EOW: Apr 25, 2026

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. ...

Heather Avery

Reserve Deputy Constable Heather Avery

Jefferson County Constable's Office - Precinct 1 EOW: Apr 24, 2026

Reserve Deputy Constable Heather Avery was killed near mile marker 830 on Interstate 10, in Chambers County, while directing traffic in a...

Dallas Hinton

Police Officer Dallas Hinton

Thomasville Police Department EOW: Apr 22, 2026

Police Officer Dallas Hinton was killed in an automobile crash on U.S. 43 in Clarke County, near mile marker 90, at approximately 4:45 a.m. Officer...

Sheriff Thomas Walker Lemay

Deputy Sheriff Thomas Walker Lemay

LeFlore County Sheriffs Office EOW: Apr 19, 2026

Deputy Sheriff Walker LeMay was shot and killed during a welfare check in Wister, at a home off Highway 270, at approximately 11:00 a.m. On April...

Sheriff Faulkner

Deputy Sheriff Landon Faulkner

Hamilton County Sheriff's Office EOW: Apr 10, 2026

Deputy Sheriff Landon Faulkner succumbed to injuries sustained in a crash two days before, on State Highway 111 near the intersection of Lewis Chapel...

Agent Eddie Santiago Renta

Agent Eddie Santiago Renta

Puerto Rico Police Department EOW: Apr 10, 2026

Agent Eddie Santiago-Renta was shot and killed during an undercover operation in the Pampanos neighborhood of Ponce at approximately 1:00 p.m. While...

Randy Hoppert

Detective Randy Hoppert

Tulare County Sheriff's Office EOW: Apr 9, 2026

Detective Randy Hoppert was shot and killed while responding to officers who were met with gunfire while serving an eviction notice. Around 10:20...

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