Jenkinsville
CRIME & SAFETY
Search underway for domestic violence suspect in Chapin; police warn public to avoid area
CHAPIN, S.C. — Chapin Police are searching for a suspect involved in a domestic violence incident earlier in the week. The department said on Friday afternoon that several officers were present, particularly in the area of Harvestview and John Lindler roads. Chapin Police said the suspect was female but didn't release her name. The Lexington County Sheriff's Department said the incident happened on Thursday morning and that they know who the suspect is.
18-year-old suspect arrested after K-9 team locates him during Blythewood home search
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. — Authorities say a law enforcement K-9 helped them locate a potentially dangerous suspect who was hiding inside a bedframe when they executed search and arrest warrants on Friday afternoon. The Richland County Sheriff's Department said its special response team went to the 100 block of...
Serial Armed Robber sentenced to 49 Years in Federal Prison for 7 Midlands Armed Robberies
COLUMBIA, S.C. 07/17/2024 — Deveon Antonio Belk, 37, of Irmo, was sentenced to 49 years in prison after being convicted for a 2020 string of Midlands armed robberies. Belk was convicted following a multi-day trial in November of 2023. He was found guilty on 15 counts: seven counts of Hobbs Act robbery, seven counts of brandishing a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence, and one count of felon in possession of firearm and ammunition.
Irmo to purchase new police vehicles and safety equipment
The Irmo Town Council Tuesday approved contracts for new police vehicles, new speed radar equipment and entertainers for the next Okra Strut Festival. The council approved the purchase of four Dodge Durango police vehicles in the amount of $177,529. The council also approved a contract for $49,446 to outfit patrol vehicles with lights, push bumpers and other accessories.
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