Local News
Motorcyclist Killed Sunday Identified
The Laurens County Coroner’s Office has identified the name of the name of the motorcyclist killed in a crash Sunday evening. 60-year-old Anthony E Booker of Greenwood died at the scene. According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, the crash happened at 5:45 p.m. on Highway 39 near M A Bryson Road, Hwy 39 3… Read More »
LCPW Approves For New Data Acquisition System
At last night’s Laurens Commission of Public Works Meeting, the commission unanimously approved Resolution 6-22, which approves the accepting of a $241,340.00 bid from QEI Inc. of New Jersey, for a new data acquisition system for the electronic division. The resolution also authorizes General Manager John Young to execute the necessary documents to complete the… Read More »
Lander University, Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College Partner to Advance Education
Lander University and Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College (OCtech) have established a series of articulation agreements, the two institutions announced Monday, Aug. 8. These agreements will enhance the transfer of students from OCtech to Lander for specified majors. “Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College is a greatly valued community partner of Lander University,” said Dr. Scott Jones, provost and… Read More »
Laurens Man Arrested For Drugs Manufacturing
Drugs Manufacturing is alleged for a Laurens Man. Friday the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office arrested 21-year-old Ke’Vazea Ja’Kez Pitts of 127 Bypass for the alleged charge. According to the arrest warrant on August 26th of last year Mr. Pitts allegedly was found in the possession of 3 separate packages containing marijuana with the intent to… Read More »
Clinton Woman Accused Of Disruption At The Waffle House
Disorderly Conduct is alleged for a Clinton Woman. Saturday the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office arrested 39-year-old Kimberly Sue Shuman of Jefferson Street for the alleged charge. On April 28th of this year Ms. Shuman was Allegedly throwing chairs and using profanity in the dining area at the waffle house, such conduct being observed and heard… Read More »
Waterloo Woman Accused Of Hitting Victim With A Bottle
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Waterloo Woman Sunday for alleged Domestic Violence 1st Degree. 35-year-old Christina Marie Green of Riverfork Road was arrested for the alleged charge. On Saturday M.s Green allegedly struck the victim in the head with a plastic bottle and then threatened to shoot the victim with a .38 caliber… Read More »
Unlawful Carrying Of Pistol and Possession Of Marijuana Alleged For Mountville Man
Unlawful carrying of a pistol and Drug Possession is alleged for a Mountville Man. Saturday the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office arrested 20-year-old Ja’Kavious Antwan Anderson of Ron Mcnair Road for the alleged charge. According to the arrest warrant , Mr. Anderson was accused of carrying a 9mm handgun , not being authorized by law to… Read More »
Truck Possibly Connected To Mail Thefts
This vehicle has been seen in various areas throughout Laurens County and is possibly connected with recent mail thefts. If you recognize this truck or have any information regarding this, you can contact us at 8649844967, through our website https://www.laurenscountysheriff.org/tips or through CrimeStoppers (864-68-CRIME).
Driver Dies On Motorcycle After Hitting A Tree
One Person is dead after a motorcycle crashed into a tree , according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol. According to Master trooper Brandon Bolt , the Accident happened Sunday around 5:45pm on Highway 39 near Moth Bryson Road 3 miles east of Cross Hill. Trooper Bolt states that the Driver of the 2008 Honda… Read More »
41st Annual Shrine Race
The Laurens County Shrine Club and the Laurens County Speedway will be hosting the annual Shrine Race on Saturday, August 20, 2022 at the Speedway. Each year the Shrine Race is the largest fundraiser in Laurens County for the Shriners Hospitals for Children. This race will be the 41st annual event and has raised over $1… Read More »
2 Pets Exposed To Rabid Raccoon In Simpsonville Area
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirmed that a raccoon found near Georgia Road and Bethany Road in Simpsonville, SC has tested positive for rabies. No people are known to have been exposed at this time. Two dogs were exposed and will be quarantined as required in the South Carolina Rabies… Read More »
Greenville Woman Behind Bars For Alleged Possession Of Cocaine and Weapons During Violent Crime
A Greenville woman is in Custody for alleged Drugs/Possession of Cocaine, 2nd Offense and Possession of weapon during violent crime, if not also sentenced to life without parole or death. 30-year-old Ashley Ann Gonsell of Orr Street Greenville was arrested for the alleged charges on August 2nd By the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office. According to… Read More »
Tax Free Weekend In South Carolina
This weekend is Sales Tax Holiday. During the annual Sales Tax Holiday, a variety of purchases are exempt from the state’s 6% Sales Tax and any applicable local taxes. Tax Free items range from clothing, accessories, and shoes to school supplies, backpacks, and computers. As long as an item is eligible, it is tax free… Read More »
Refuge Of Worship Back To School 2022 Free Hair Cuts and Free Hairstyles For Kids
The Refuge Of Worship In Clinton Will have Back To School Free Haircuts and Free Hairstyles For Kids In Need. This event will be Held on Thursday August 11th 5pm Until and Friday August 12th 9am Until. Refuge of Worship will provide Basic braiding patterns and twist, Feed ins/ Cornrows. They will also provide basic… Read More »
Greenwood Man Convicted Of Meth Trafficking Skips Last Day Of Trial
A Greenwood man failed to show up for the final day of his trial and was found guilty in his absence of trafficking methamphetamine, 8th Circuit Solicitor David M. Stumbo announced Thursday. Phillip Franklin Derrick, 40, appeared for the first two days of his trial on Monday and Tuesday, but failed to show up… Read More »
Clinton Woman Accused Of Moving And Leaving Her Dog Behind
Abandonment of Animals is alleged for A Clinton Woman. The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office arrested 25-year-old Samantha Zoey Thompson of Helen Street on Wednesday for the alleged charge. On April 1st of this year Ms. Thompson allegedly moved from the residence taking all her personal belongings except for the dog, failing to provide proper care,… Read More »
Clinton Woman Accused Of Giving False Info To Cops
Giving false information to law enforcement is alleged for a Clinton Woman. Wednesday the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office arrested 22-year-old Jessica Kelley Byrd of College Park Drive for the alleged charge. On Tuesday Ms Byrd was accused of lying to deputies about a subject that law enforcement was actively searching for, being inside her residence.… Read More »
Bond Denied For Clinton Man Accused Of Domestic Violence, Burglary, Unlawful Conduct Towards Child
Bond is denied for a Joanna Man arrested on multiple charges. Wednesday the Clinton Police Department arrested 33-year-old Christopher Jarques Counts of Carver Street. Christopher is being charged with alleged two counts of Domestic Violence 1st Degree, two counts of Unlawful Conduct towards a Child, Burglary First Degree, and Malicious Injury to personal Property. According… Read More »
Possession Of Meth, Marijuana, And Violation Of Probation Alleged For Clinton Man
The Clinton Police Department arrested a Clinton Man for alleged Possession of Methamphetamine 3rd offense, simple possession of Marijuana, and violation of conditions of probation supervision. 55-year-old Harrison Daniel Vance of East Ferguson Street was arrested for the alleged charges. On Wednesday Mr. Vance allegedly had in his possession a quantity of a crystal rock… Read More »
Laurens NHC Employee Accused Of Assaulting A Vulnerable Adult
On 07/17/2022 the Laurens Police Department was made aware of an assault on a 79-year-old vulnerable adult at NHC of Laurens by an employee at that location. #LPD Detectives immediately launched an investigation and due to the serious nature of the offense, detectives called for assistance from the Attorney General’s Office for this investigation. … Read More »
