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The Birth of NCIC in American Policing
On January 27, 1967, law enforcement in the United States crossed a quiet but decisive threshold. There was no ceremony on courthouse steps, no flashing lights, no breaking news banner. […]
Officer Privacy in South Carolina: LEPPPA Steps
Every law enforcement officer understands that the job does not end when the shift is over. In today’s environment, risks to officer safety often extend beyond the uniform and into […]
Honoring 20 Years of Remembrance at the Statehouse
In 2026, South Carolina marks a significant milestone. It has been 20 years since the South Carolina Law Enforcement Memorial was dedicated on the Statehouse grounds, a permanent place of […]
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On this day in 1967, the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) went live, transforming how law enforcement agencies share vital data nationwide. This pivotal moment reshaped modern policing and officer safety.
The launch of the National Crime Information Center on January 27, 1967 marked a turning point, giving law enforcement nationwide real-time access to vital data.
The Birth of NCIC in American Policing – South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police
Today, we remember Columbia Police Department, SC Police Officer Dale Edson Barkley.
On this date in 1981, Police Officer Dale Barkley was killed in a motorcycle crash at the intersection of Gervais Street and Assembly Street while escorting a funeral procession.
We are proud supporters of Special Olympics and of the officers who consistently step forward to support athletes and their opportunity to compete.
The 2026 Polar Plunge is almost here! The MPPD and Isle of Palms Police Department are partnering with South Carolina Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics on Feb. 28, starting at 11 a.m., to raise money and awareness for Special Olympics…
Regional DNA testing capacity strengthens investigations and supports timely, reliable outcomes in our courts.
Officials from Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester counties on Monday will mark the completion of a new regional forensic facility designed to speed up DNA test
Tri-county officials celebrate completion of regional DNA testing center
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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...
Deputy Sheriff Tim Jordan
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 Aníbal Morales Aponte succumbed to injuries he received when his patrol motorcycle was struck by a driver who ran a red light at Rafael...
Police Officer Elijah Garretson
Police Officer Elijah Garretson was ambushed and killed near the intersection of Lost Trail and Great Hills Drive in Copperas Cove while responding...
Police Officer Stephen Laporta
Police Officer Stephen LaPorta was struck and killed by the driver of a vehicle on Route 146 around 12:40 a.m. On northbound Route 146 past exit 6,...
Police Officer Terry L Bennett
Police Officer Terry Bennett succumbed to injuries he received when he was struck by the driver of a vehicle while assisting a disabled motorist on...
Deputy Constable Aaron Armstrong
Deputy Constable Aaron Armstrong was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man at Club Rodeo at 9515 North Lamar Boulevard in Austin. At 1:59...
Deputy Sheriff Justin Bradford Mowery
Deputy Sheriff Justin Mowery was killed in a single-vehicle crash at Miser Station Road and Vinegar Valley Road around 5:12 p.m. Deputy Mowery was...
Corporal Matthew Tyler Ty Snook
Corporal Grade One Ty Snook was shot and killed at the Karen L. Johnson Division of Motor Vehicles facility at 2230 Hessler Boulevard in New Castle. ...
Trooper Tara Marysa Guting
Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting was struck and killed while investigating the scene of a two-vehicle crash on State Route 509 south of the Port of Tacoma...
Detective Timothy Jones
Detective Tim Jones succumbed to gunshot wounds he received on March 19, 2016, while attempting to apprehend a robbery suspect. At 5:30 a.m., a...
