Irmo Firefighter James Muller was honored at EdVenture Children’s Museum on Saturday, June 1st, during their annual Lighting of the Firefly Ceremony. This special event, which traditionally marks the beginning of summer, saw the museum’s giant mascot, Eddie, officially introduced with a firefly named “J” on his finger, in honorContinue Reading
Irmo, S.C. – The Irmo Police Department, under the leadership of Chief Bobby Dale, recently promoted Officer Baker to Senior Patrol Officer. Officer Baker has been serving in the Patrol Division since May 2023. He was pinned by Chief Dale and Sergeant Black during the promotion ceremony. Congratulations to SeniorContinue Reading
LEXINGTON, S.C. – Lexington County deputies arrested a Leesville man, Daniel Gene Crapps, 28, on Friday morning, charging him with domestic violence of a high and aggravated nature and possession of a weapon during a violent crime, according to arrest warrants. “This situation started Thursday evening at a home onContinue Reading
Lexington County deputies have arrested Johnnie Quawnetel Mack, a 34-year-old Columbia resident, in connection with the shooting death of John Darrick Rumph, 53. The incident occurred Tuesday night in Gaston. Mack faces charges of murder, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, and possession of a firearm by aContinue Reading
On May 24th Governor Henry McMaster held the second annual Governor’s Law Enforcement Officer of the Year ceremony, to publicly commend exceptional law enforcement professionals statewide. Senior Corporal Chris Kaderly of the Irmo Police Department was one of the 13 finalists selected, his category being Municipal Law Enforcement Officer ofContinue Reading
Irmo, SC — On Saturday afternoon, the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department responded to a 911 call reporting a shooting at a home on Leslie Loch Lane near Irmo. According to the caller, a woman shot a man she knew at the residence, and the victim was en route to aContinue Reading
The Irmo Police Department regrets to inform the public of an incident involving one of its officers. Officer Brandon McLaurin was arrested earlier today on charges of domestic violence following an altercation at his residence. The incident occurred in the New Friarsgate subdivision. The Irmo Police Department takes allegations ofContinue Reading
By Al Dozier Did Lexington County turn down a brand new ambulance funded by the state? That’s what some residents are saying about the county’s response to Sen. Ronnie Cromer’s offer of $365,000 in state funds for the purchase of a fully-equipped ambulance to serve the Chapin area. Cromer’s actionContinue Reading
Irmo’s law enforcement community is proud to announce that Police Chief Bobby Dale has successfully completed the prestigious one-week FBI National Command Course. This accomplishment marks a significant milestone in Chief Dale’s career and underscores his commitment to professional development and service to the community. The FBI’s National Command CourseContinue Reading
On May 4, 2024, Irmo Police arrested Frankie Campbell-Provo, (55) and charged her with Unlawful Conduct Toward a Child. Around 7:40 pm, Irmo Officers were called to the Irmo Community Park, located at 7507 Eastview Drive, for an abandoned child. The caller was a concerned citizen who told Officers theyContinue Reading
Lexington County narcotics agents apprehended an Irmo man wanted on multiple drug charges following a traffic stop on Interstate 20 on April 24. Stewart Jamaul Stroman, 34, faces numerous charges, including multiple counts of trafficking methamphetamine exceeding 400 grams, trafficking fentanyl, and criminal conspiracy, as outlined in arrest warrants. LexingtonContinue Reading