Teen killed in vehicle collision on US Highway 521 in Sumter
The Sumter County Coroner's Office has identified a teenager who was killed in a vehicle collision on US Highway 521.
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SC Sheriff's Association honors fallen Sumter County deputy with Medal of Valor
In a ceremony held Tuesday evening, the South Carolina Sheriff's Association honored fallen Sumter County Deputy Andrew Gillette with the Medal of Valor. Cpl. Gillette was killed in the line of duty on February 25, 2020.
SCSO: Previously convicted sex offender accused of engaging in sexual activity with 14-year-old
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a man has been arrested after he was accused of engaging in sexual activity with a 14-year-old victim.
SCSO: Sumter man arrested after attempting to meet a person believed to be a minor for sexual activity
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a man has been arrested after he attempted to meet someone he believed to be a 15-year-old-girl for sexual activity.
SCSO: Four juveniles facing consequences after bringing a firearm and drugs on school property.
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says four juveniles were detained at Lakewood High School Thursday afternoon, after drugs and a firearm were found in their car.
Wedgefield man accussed of inappropriately touching a girl under the age of eight
The Sumter Police Department says a repairman from Wedgefield has been arrested after he was accused of inappropriately a girl under the age of eight.
Prisma Health opening new heart valve clinic in Sumter
On Tuesday, Prisma Health announced that they will be adding a new heart valve clinic at Prisma Health Tuomey in Sumter.
SCSO: Mayesville man facing charges related to kidnapping, criminal sexual conduct for incident last week
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a Mayesville man is facing several charges after he forced his way a victim's home, prevented her from leaving and pointed a gun at her while demanded money. Additionally, authorities say he attempted to undress the victim.
Sumter County deputies looking for man wanted for domestic violence
Deputies with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office say they are looking for a man who reportedly assaulted a pregnant woman after pointing a gun at her.
Sumter County deputies announce arrest from Pilgrim's Pride shooting Monday morning
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a man has been arrested in connection with Monday morning's shooting at Pilgrims's Pride that sent a man to the hospital.
Sumter County Coroner identifies victim of fatal accident on Sunday
The Sumter County Coroner's Office has identified a woman killed in a fatal accident Sunday.
SCSO: One man seriously injured, one individual in custody after shooting incident at Pilgrim's Pride
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says deputies are currently on the scene of a shooting incident that is no longer active at Pilgrims Pride off of U.S. 15. Authorities say one man was seriously injured, and he is being taken to a hospital for treatment. Deputies say they have one individual in custody.
Sumter man facing firearm charge following incident last week
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a man has been arrested and charged with pointing and presenting a firearm, following an incident that took place April 13.
Man charged with disturbing the peace after incident at Food Lion
The Sumter Police Department says man has been charged following an incident where he used profanity and racial slurs at a Food Lion.
Sumter PD investigating use of Taser by middle school resource officer
The Sumter Police Department says they are investigating after a school resource officer at Bates Middle School activated their Taser. Officials say the taser never came into contact with a student or staff, and no injuries were reported.
Driver dies after single car accident on Beckwood Road in Sumter County
Sumter County Coroner Robbie Baker says a man has died after a single vehicle accident in the 2300 block of Beckwood Road. Officials say the accident occurred around 1:30 a.m. Wednesday, and the driver was pronounced dead on the scene.
One driver killed in a collision on Beckwood Road in Sumter
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says one driver has died after a collision on Beckwood Road on Wednesday.
Victim identified in multi-vehicle collision on US Hwy. 15 in Sumter
The Sumter County Coroner's Office has identified a victim of a multi-vehicle collision on US Highway 15 on Tuesday.
Multiple Midlands groups taking part in Prescription Drug Take Back Day this Saturday
Multiple local law enforcement agencies are taking part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday.
Several community cleanup events planned in the Midlands Saturday
You have a chance to make your community a nicer place to live. Sumter, Lower Richland, and Orangeburg are all hosting community clean up events Saturday.
UPDATE: Sumter Co. deputies say man previously reported missing now found safe
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they are looking for a missing man with a history of mental illness. Deputies say 44-year-old Danny Gibbs Jr. was last seen on April 8, and he has not been taking his medication.
Sumter man accused of driving victim's vehicle without consent
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a man has been charged for driving someone else's vehicle without their permission.
Sumter PD: Four individuals facing charges related to fatal shooting on Friday
The Sumter Police Department says two men have been charged with murder and two others are facing accessory charges in connection with a fatal shooting on Broad Street Friday.
Sumter County deputies looking for man wanted for assault, damaging a vehicle
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says deputies are looking for a man accused of punching a woman in the head area and damaging a vehicle.
SCSO: Sumter man charged with attempted murder for shooting incident on Friday
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a man is facing an attempted murder charge for a shooting incident that took place Friday.
