In June, Damien Ritter, age 28, was convicted of two counts of Murder in Lexington County for the tragic robbery and shooting deaths of Samir Atkins and Elzie Mack (victims are pictured below). Ritter received two sentences of Life imprisonment and is not eligible for parole. ⚖️

In July, Tirrell Means, 39, was convicted of Murder by an Edgefield County jury and sentenced to Life in prison. Means lured his wife, Yumonica Means (pictured below), to a secluded area and shot her with children present. Counteracting #DomesticViolence remains a priority.

Stay safe this #NewYearsEve. Designate a non-drinking driver, or plan to use rideshare, or public transportation to get you home safely. #NoMoreVictims

In November, Shantrez Robertson, 26, and Donovan Brannon, 33, were each convicted of one count of Murder & one count of Attempted Murder for the shooting death of William Tyrone Gantt, and for injuring another victim. Robertson was sentenced to 32 years and Brannon to 34 years.

In December, Correy Brown pled guilty to Murder for his role in the shooting death of victim Brian Rogers at an apartment complex near Berryhill Road in the St. Andrews area. Brown was sentenced to 35 years without parole. This case was investigated by Lexington Sheriff ⚖️

In December, Barry Wayne Jones, 57, was sentenced to 35 years in prison following his conviction for Murder by an Edgefield County jury. Jones shot and killed Milledge Hall, age 63. Jones will not be eligible for parole and must serve the full sentence.

In July, Kimberly Groh, age 55, was convicted in the shooting death of her husband, Michael Bryan (pictured below) in Lexington County. Groh was sentenced to 30 years in prison without parole. This case was investigated by Lexington Police(SC) and SLED. ⚖️

In September, Linda Monette, 25, was convicted of Murder in Lexington County for her role in a planned robbery which resulted in the tragic shooting death of 8 year old Mason Hanahan (pictured below). Monette was sentenced to 40 years. This case was investigated by Lexington Sheriff

Wishing everyone a safe, healthy, and happy 2022! 🎊 #HAPPYNEWYEAR2022

Today, we celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr. and reflect on his legacy. #MLKDay

As areas of the state begin to experience freezing rain, snow or other severe weather, here’s a reminder of how winter weather should change your driving habits. Keep up with traffic incidents statewide by visiting our Real-Time Traffic Information page: realtimetraffic.scdps.gov/smartwebclient/

Here’s the dedicated hotline number that’s been established for witnesses to call: 803-545-3525 #ColumbiaPDSC Criminal Investigations Bureau.

When unfortunate incidents like this happen, an ‘all hands on deck’ approach is taken. A tremendous thank you to surrounding law enforcement partners who are helping #ColumbiaPDSC answer the call for service.

Sheriff Jay Koon and every member of the Sheriff’s Department family would like to offer our heartfelt condolences to our friends at the City of Cayce as they mourn the loss of City of Cayce Police Department Officer Drew Barr. We stand with you as you support each other and Officer Barr’s family. #EOW

Our deepest condolences and prayers are with the family of Officer Drew Barr and the City of Cayce Police Department. Our thoughts are with all members of law enforcement at this tragic time. Officer Barr was shot and killed in the line of duty this morning while responding to a domestic disturbance.

Officer Barr, we grieve alongside your family, both blood and blue. Our hearts mourn today as we uplift your family in prayer. 🙏

On signs across our 14 Lexington District Two schools, we are remembering City of Cayce Police Department Officer Drew Barr, as he is laid to rest today. Thank you, Officer Barr, for your service to our schools and our communities. City of Cayce County of Lexington, SC

This has been a tough and heartbreaking week for the family of Officer Drew Barr, the City of Cayce Police Department, and law enforcement throughout the state. A hero was needlessly lost and Officer Drew Barr's service to his community will never be forgotten. #K32

Thank you for your service 👮 Today we honored fallen law enforcement officers in Lexington County. Watch this recap of the annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony.

Today and every day, we honor and remember the brave men & women who courageously made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸 #MemorialDay2022