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Challenge in Law Enforcement Recruiting

Challenge in Law Enforcement Recruiting

May 15, 2025

The Challenge Before Us: Law Enforcement Recruitment and the Fight to Protect the Profession Across South Carolina, law enforcement agencies are facing a crisis that can no longer be ignored: […]

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Honoring the Fallen: Police Week 2025

Honoring the Fallen: Police Week 2025

May 11, 2025

Honoring the Brave: Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week 2025 Each May, our nation pauses to honor those who have given their lives in the line of duty. Peace […]

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Statehouse Report – 05/10/2025

Statehouse Report – 05/10/2025

May 9, 2025

The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police is committed to keeping law enforcement officers informed about legislative developments that impact our profession. This page provides weekly updates on key activities […]

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We proudly recognize Officers Matthew Muterspaw and Michael Mercurio of the Myrtle Beach Police Department, who were awarded the Life-Saving Award for preventing a suicide earlier this year. Their calm professionalism and commitment to preserving life reflect the very best of law enforcement.

Two Myrtle Beach police officers are being credited with saving a suicidal man’s life earlier this year.

Myrtle Beach police officers recognized for saving man threatening to jump off bridge

Posted on Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Congratulations to Chief Billy Stubbs on his return to lead the McColl Police Department. After a period of challenges, we’re encouraged to see experienced leadership stepping in to restore trust and rebuild the department. We wish Chief Stubbs the best as he begins this new chapter in service to the McColl community.

The Marlboro County Town of McColl hired Billy Stubbs as the community’s new police chief, according to McColl Mayor Robert Outlaw.Outlaw said Stubbs is a good

Town of McColl hires new police chief

Posted on Tuesday, May 20, 2025

We’re excited to see the improvements taking shape under Aiken County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff Marty Sawyer’s leadership in Aiken County. Strong, proactive leadership makes a difference—for deputies, communities, and the future of law enforcement.

AIken County Sheriff Marty Sawyer spoke to the Rotary Club of Aiken on May 19 and discussed the efforts he’s made during his first months in office.

What has Aiken County’s new sheriff been up to? Sawyer discusses his priorities

Posted on Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Joint Base Charleston will host a Police Fair this Wednesday as part of their Police Week celebration, highlighting law enforcement capabilities with K-9 demos, self-defense training, patrol boat displays, and more. Events like these show the strength and professionalism behind the badge. We’re proud to see agencies from across the region coming together in support of public safety.

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Joint Base Charleston will hold Wednesday a police fair to showcase its law enforcement capabilities. The event will include a K-9 demonstration, basic self-defense demons…

Joint Base Charleston to hold police fair Wednesday

Posted on Tuesday, May 20, 2025

We are proud to announce the chartering of our newest lodge in Dillon County.

The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police continues to grow as we unite more officers under a shared commitment to serve, protect, and support one another.

Congratulations to the new lodge officers: Simon Temple, Drew Massengale, and Zane Bryant.

Welcome to the FOP family—we stand with you.

Posted on Tuesday, May 20, 2025

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Tribute to Fallen Officers

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...

Rico

K9 Rico

South Carolina Law Enforcement Division EOW: Sep 28, 2023

K9 Rico was shot and killed while attempting to apprehend an attempted murder suspect. On Tuesday, September 27, 2023, deputies with the Charleston...

Matthew Hare

Police Officer Matthew Hare

Easley Police Department EOW: Aug 2, 2023

Police Officer Matthew Hare was struck and killed by an Amtrak train near the 2000 block of East Main Street while attempting to pull a suicidal...

Michael Wood

Lieutenant Michael Wood

Newberry Police Department EOW: Jul 26, 2023

Lieutenant Mike Wood was killed in a vehicle crash at the intersection of Nance Street and Dixie Drive while responding to a call. His patrol car...

Allen Credeur

Lieutenant Allen Noochie Credeur

Rayne Police Department EOW: May 5, 2025

Lieutenant Noochie Credeur was shot and killed by friendly fire while serving a search warrant at the 500 block of East Harrop Street in Rayne. At...

Special Deputy Sheriff Larry Henderson Jr

Special Deputy Sheriff Larry Henderson Jr

Hamilton County Sheriff's Office EOW: May 2, 2025

Special Deputy Sheriff Larry Henderson was intentionally struck and killed by a driver while directing traffic at the intersection of Martin Luther...

Sheriff Brandon Ray Sikes

Deputy Sheriff Brandon Ray Sikes

Columbia County Sheriff's Office EOW: Apr 26, 2025

Deputy Sheriff Brandon Sikes was shot and killed during an attempted traffic stop just before exit 194 on Interstate 20, near Augusta, at...

Ka

K9 Ka I

Bristol Police Department EOW: Apr 24, 2025

K9 Kai succumbed to heatstroke after completing his annual certification training at 361 Exide Drive in Bristol. When K9 Kai became overheated...

Sheriff Perez

Deputy Sheriff Jesse Perez

Dawson County Sheriff's Office EOW: Apr 22, 2025

Deputy Sheriff Jesse Perez was killed when debris from a commercial vehicle struck him during a traffic stop on West U.S. Highway 180 in Lamesa. He...

Knox

K9 Knox

Roanoke City Police Department EOW: Apr 18, 2025

K9 Knox was struck and killed during a pursuit of a stolen vehicle around 1:40 a.m. Officers attempted to stop the driver of a stolen vehicle at a...

Helio Garcia

Captain Helio Armando Garcia III

South Fulton Police Department EOW: Apr 16, 2025

Captain Helio Garcia was killed when his patrol car was struck by another vehicle at approximately 11:30 p.m. on Flat Shoals Road close to Connell...

Chico

K9 Chico

Boerne Police Department EOW: Apr 10, 2025

K9 Chico was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver on Interstate 10 East at 12:50 a.m. K9 Chico and his handler had completed a traffic stop...

Sheriff Pollard

Deputy Sheriff Melissa Pollard

Wood County Sheriff's Office EOW: Apr 9, 2025

Deputy Sheriff Melissa Pollard was killed when her cruiser collided with the back of a semi-truck at the intersection of FM 14 and State Highway...

Sheriff May

Deputy Sheriff William May

Walton County Sheriff's Office EOW: Apr 2, 2025

Deputy Sheriff Will May was shot and killed while responding to a disturbance at the Dollar General Market at 10738 US-90 in Defuniak Springs. ...

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