Darlington County Sheriff’s Office to host National Night Out
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that takes place all over the world on the first Tuesday in August. National Night Out is celebrated in all fifty states, US territories, and military bases worldwide. The event promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. This year, the Darlington County Sheriff’s Office will host National...
Sheriff Chavis welcomes new deputies
Three deputies were recently sworn-in by Darlington County Sheriff Tony Chavis. Bobby Driggers and Caroline Kinney were sworn-in June 25. Jimell Green was sworn-in on June 18. Driggers is a native of Cheraw with 15 years of law enforcement experience. He served six years in the United States Army. Driggers is assigned to the Criminal Investigations Division. Kinney is a native of Dillon with two years of law enforcement experience....
Deputies investigate church break-in, theft
According to Darlington County Sheriff Tony Chavis, Deputies are investigating a burglary at Round O Missionary Baptist on Society Hill Rd. Several electronic devices were stolen from inside the church. “We are asking for the public’s help to find out who broke into this place of worship,” said Sheriff Chavis. “Please contact investigators if you believe you saw or know anything.” If you have any information you are asked to contact...
Suspect in custody in Jamestown Ave. shooting
Darlington County Sheriff’s Deputies are currently investigating an argument between a man and his girlfriend’s son that ended with one being shot. The incident took place around 2 p.m. June 20 at a residence on Jamestown Ave. The suspect left the scene before deputies arrived but was apprehended in the Dovesville area, shortly thereafter. The victim was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Investigators...
Sheriff announces promotions
Darlington County Sheriff Tony Chavis has announced the promotion of two Deputies. Lt. Kaynnera Capers has been promoted to the rank of Captain. Cpl. Valerie Freeman has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. “These two Deputies have served the people of Darlington County extremely well,” Chavis said. “I look forward to their continued dedication to this community.” Cpt. Kaynnera Capers served in the United States Marine Corps for...
