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Police and Law Enforcement July 2

South Carolina deputy shot and killed in ambush, sheriff says

Newly trained Darlington County Deputy Devin Mason, 27, was fatally shot during an arrest attempt, with a second deputy injured and suspect Cameron Ray Dennett killed in the ambush, authorities said.

US June 25

Lightning strike injures 20 at popular South Carolina vacation getaway

South Carolina beach lightning strike injures 20 people at Lake Murray, highlighting increasing lightning dangers during summer activities as similar incidents occur in U.S.

South Carolina June 24

South Carolina AG mounts gubernatorial bid, advocates for abolishing state income tax, DOGE-ing government

South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announces gubernatorial bid, as U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace considers throwing her hat into the ring.

South Carolina June 24

Americans at risk 'anywhere' after 6 illegal immigrants are charged in mother's murder: congressman

Mother Larisha Thompson's murder, allegedly by illegal immigrants, sparked a congressman's warning about border security and nationwide threats after four years of open borders.

South Carolina June 23

Hilton Head sees 2nd shark attack in one week amid busy summer vacation season

Hilton Head Island sees second shark attack in a week at Coligny Beach Park, prompting officials to remind visitors about beach safety measures and flag warnings.

South Carolina June 22

At least 1 dead, 10 shot during South Carolina Juneteenth event near veterans' center

South Carolina Juneteenth celebration turns deadly with 10 people shot following parking lot altercation near Veterans of Foreign Wars post, prompting massive emergency response.

Crime June 20

Police sound alarm on dangerous 'jugging' robbery trend sweeping across America

Police warn about "jugging," a crime where thieves monitor banks and ATMs, then rob victims who withdraw large sums of money, with cases spreading from Texas to South Carolina.

Sharks June 20

Two shark attacks reported in separate vacation hotspots as summer beach season starts

Hilton Head Island shark attack leaves beachgoer with serious leg injuries, following incident where 9-year-old Florida girl's hand was nearly severed during Gulf Coast snorkeling trip.

True Crime June 15

Buster Murdaugh scores legal win in defamation fight over documentary’s murder implications: former state AG

Former South Carolina AG calls judge's decision to allow Buster Murdaugh's defamation suit against Warner Bros. a "real victory" in case involving Stephen Smith's 2015 death.

South Carolina June 12

State rep used Biden-themed username to distribute child porn, feds say

State Freedom Caucus co-founder Robert May faces 10-count federal indictment for sharing child sexual abuse videos, with the South Carolina Freedom Caucus calling for his resignation.

US June 3

ICE storms cartel-run nightclub, arrests 72 migrants including murder suspect

Federal immigration agents raided a South Carolina nightclub, arresting over 70 illegal migrants, including a Honduran fugitive wanted for homicide.