Richland County judge denies bond reduction motion for Midlands teenager charged with attempted murder
Those against Cheatham having a bond at all included Sheriff Leon Lott and Deputy Sarah Merriman herself.
Sheriff Leon Lott
RCSD: Sheriff Lott wins civil trial alleging deputy misconduct
Sheriff Leon Lott won a civil trial alleging deputy misconduct after a Circuit Court Judge sided with the Sheriff.
Sheriff Leon Lott won a civil trial alleging deputy misconduct after a Circuit Court Judge sided with the Sheriff.
Richland County Sheriff’s Department celebrates 10 new additions at graduation ceremony
One of Friday’s graduates was Taylor Savage. She received the JP Strom Award, the highest honor for an academy graduate.
Arrest made for execution-style murder outside of club Rose Gold
According to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department, the shooter, 36-year-old Mikal Keller, is now in custody.
‘WARMTH FOR THE HEART’: Columbia organizations partner to give out winter coats to those in need
Dozens of women’s and children’s coats will be distributed to people served by the Sistercare and the Oliver Gospel Organization.
RCSD, Sheriff Lott to volunteer in Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign
Richland County Sheriff's Department is participating in the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign for the second year.
Richland County Sheriff’s Department is participating in the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign for the second year.
Richland County Sheriff’s Department holds first ever Muslim Citizens Academy and graduation ceremony
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department held a graduation ceremony for its first ever Muslim Citizens Academy.
‘CRACK IN THE SYSTEM’: Richland County sheriff and lawmakers call for changes in criminal justice system
The sheriff believes judges are too lenient with repeat offenders and it results in dangerous criminals in the community.
RCSD recruits Palmetto Prep football team for homeless camp cleanup
“I’ve never been out to a homeless camp before. I’m very thankful for that but it’s opened my eyes. It’s certainly opening theirs as well,” said Wes Dorton, Palmetto Prep athletic director.
RCSD plans to destroy homeless camp near Forest Acres
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — A large homeless camp identified by the Richland County Sheriff’s Department will soon be no more. Friday, the department will oversee cleanup of a private property where it believes many individuals were staying and committing crimes. “What you see behind me is a part of Columbia that a lot of people don’t see,” said Sheriff Leon…
