South Carolina Crime

Focused reporting on crime throughout South Carolina, aiming to inform citizens about public safety issues, ongoing investigations, and legal developments. Our rigorous journalism helps you understand the criminal landscape and the efforts to maintain peace and order.

Escapee Emanuel Planco Arrested After Vehicle Break-Ins in ColumbiaEscapee Emanuel Planco Arrested After Vehicle Break-Ins in Columbia

Escapee Emanuel Planco Arrested After Vehicle Break-Ins in Columbia

News Summary Emanuel Planco, a 23-year-old inmate who recently escaped from custody, was arrested in Columbia, SC, after a series…

20 hours ago
Over 40 Rhesus Macaques Escape from Beaufort County FacilityOver 40 Rhesus Macaques Escape from Beaufort County Facility

Over 40 Rhesus Macaques Escape from Beaufort County Facility

News Summary In Beaufort County, South Carolina, 43 rhesus macaques escaped from the Alpha Genesis research facility due to a…

20 hours ago
Wildfires Rage in South Carolina: Evacuations and ArrestsWildfires Rage in South Carolina: Evacuations and Arrests

Wildfires Rage in South Carolina: Evacuations and Arrests

News Summary Residents in South Carolina, particularly around Myrtle Beach, are facing dire conditions as over 200 wildfires burn across…

20 hours ago
South Carolina Executes Inmate by Firing Squad in Historic EventSouth Carolina Executes Inmate by Firing Squad in Historic Event

South Carolina Executes Inmate by Firing Squad in Historic Event

News Summary In a significant event marking the return of firing squad executions in the U.S., South Carolina executed Brad…

20 hours ago
York Police Seek Public’s Assistance in Locating Missing TeenYork Police Seek Public’s Assistance in Locating Missing Teen

York Police Seek Public’s Assistance in Locating Missing Teen

News Summary The York Police Department is actively seeking assistance from the public in finding 15-year-old Katie-Jo Rose Wilson, who…

2 days ago
Traffic Standstill in Greenville, SC: Bomb Threat Disrupts I-85Traffic Standstill in Greenville, SC: Bomb Threat Disrupts I-85

Traffic Standstill in Greenville, SC: Bomb Threat Disrupts I-85

News Summary A bomb threat escalated from a routine traffic stop in Greenville, SC, causing the closure of all lanes…

2 days ago
Myrtle Beach Sees Justice in Drexel Case with Major DevelopmentsMyrtle Beach Sees Justice in Drexel Case with Major Developments

Myrtle Beach Sees Justice in Drexel Case with Major Developments

News Summary Myrtle Beach witnesses significant developments in the Brittanee Drexel case as Angel Vause pleads guilty to making false…

2 days ago
York Police in Urgent Search for Missing TeenagerYork Police in Urgent Search for Missing Teenager

York Police in Urgent Search for Missing Teenager

News Summary Residents of York, South Carolina, are deeply concerned after a 15-year-old girl, Katie-Jo Rose Wilson, went missing. Last…

3 days ago
Historic Execution by Firing Squad in South CarolinaHistoric Execution by Firing Squad in South Carolina

Historic Execution by Firing Squad in South Carolina

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina witnessed its first execution by firing squad in 15 years on Friday, marking a significant…

3 days ago
Monkeys Escape from Research Facility in South CarolinaMonkeys Escape from Research Facility in South Carolina

Monkeys Escape from Research Facility in South Carolina

News Summary On November 8, 2024, Beaufort County faced an unusual incident as 43 rhesus macaques escaped from the Alpha…

4 days ago