Sumter News
Sumter PD: Woman facing reckless homicide charge in death of boyfriend
The Sumter Police Department says a woman has been charged with reckless homicide after an autopsy showed her boyfriend died due to injuries sustained when he was hit by a car.
SCHP: One dead after single vehicle collision on U.S. 76 Friday morning
South Carolina Highway Patrol says one individual died during a single vehicle collision that took place Friday morning on U.S. 76 in Sumter County.ย
SPD: Man in custody accused of exposing himself to multiple underage students
The Sumter Police Department says they have a man in custody who is accused of exposing himself to to underage students.
Prisma Health Breast Center in Sumter using new, less invasive biopsy system
The Prisma Health Breast Center in Sumter is now using a new biopsy system that is both more efficient for staff and less invasive for patients. The Brevara Breast Biopsy System is used for 3D stereotactic breast biopsies, and is considered a breakthough in screening.
Sumter County Coroner releases ID of passenger who died as a result of a weekend vehicle collision
The Sumter County Coroner's Office has identified another victim of a fatal collision on Saturday.
SCSO K-9 gets new protective vest thanks to donations from the public
Sumter County K-9 Officer Kilo now has a brand new protective vest.
Sumter man charged after deputies find him with reportedly stolen metal roofing
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a man has been arrested and charged after he was found with metal roofing that was reported stolen from a lot on Donnie Street.
Sumter County Coroner releases name of driver killed in accident Saturday
Sumter County Coroner Robbie Baker has released the name of the driver who died in a single car accident that happened on Saturday on U.S. Highway 378 East.
Motorcyclist killed in a vehicle collision on US Highway 15 in Sumter identified
The Sumter County Coroner's Office has identified the motorcyclist killed in a vehicle collision on US Highway 15 on Sunday.
SCHP looking for driver of car they believe was involved in a fatal hit-and-run
South Carolina Highway Patrol is asking for the public's help to find the person responsible for a hit-and-run collision that killed a man riding a bike.
Sumter County deputies looking for man wanted for grand larceny
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man accused of taking someone's truck and trailer containing various tools.
Sumter PD announces arrests of man suspected of multiple catalytic converter thefts
The Sumter Police Department says a man has been arrested in connection with multiple catalytic converter thefts.
Sumter man arrested in connection with February assault on Belk Street
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they arrested a man accused of hitting a female victim in February on Belk Street.
SCSO UPDATE: Missing teen in need of medication found safe
UPDATE: The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says Ja'Asia Chandler was found and is safe.ย
Sumter Co. Coroner identifies man who died after reportedly getting hit by a car while on his bike
Sumter County Coroner Robbie Baker released the identity of a man who died after a reported hit and run incident Tuesday morning.
SCSO: Former detention center officer facing solicitation of prostitution, misconduct in office charges
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a former detention center officer was arrested Tuesday and charged with solicitation of prostitution and misconduct in office.
Sumter County Sheriff's Office hosting blood drive Wednesday
Sumter County deputies are hosting a blood drive this Wednesday. You can donate at the Sheriff's Office from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Veterans focused vaccine clinic open this week at the Sumter County Civic Center
Sumter County is hosting a vaccine clinic for veterans this week. While the event is focused on vaccinating veterans, the public is welcome to come out and get vaccinated Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Sumter County Civic Center.
Sumter PD arrests man wanted in connection with multiple break-ins at several Dollar General stores
The Sumter Police Department says they arrested a man wanted in connection with multiple Dollar General store break-ins.
Sumter man facing drug trafficking, firearm charges following the execution of a search warrant Wednesday
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a man is facing several charges including drug trafficking and firearm charges after deputies executed a search warrant at a residence on Wheel Wright Court on Wednesday.
Sumter County deputies investigating two seperate drug trafficking cases after two traffic stops last month
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they are investigating two different drug trafficking cases following two traffic stops that occurred on the same day.ย
Deputies in Sumter County still searching for answers in the murder of teen in January 2020
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office is continuing its search for information in the death of 17-year-old Antwan Dukes. Dukes was found shot and killed in front of an abandoned home on Wilder Street in January 2020.
Sumter woman with outstanding warrant arrested after deputies find drugs during a traffic stop
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office has arrested 38-year-old Danielle Yackeschi, who is accused of falsifying a police report and possession of drugs.
SCSO: Man accused of holding victim inside a vehicle and assaulting her
Officials with the Sumter County Sheriff's office are searching for a man, accused of holding a female victim inside a vehicle against her will while he assaulted her.