Irmo, SC – The Irmo Police Department, in cooperation with the 11th Judicial Circuit Law Enforcement Network, will be conducting a Traffic Safety Checkpoint on Lake Murray Boulevard. This initiative will take place on Friday, July 5, 2024, from 10:00 PM to midnight. Details of the Checkpoint: The main goalContinue Reading
Hosted by the Irmo Police Department IRMO, SC – Mark your calendars! The Irmo Police Department is hosting a free community event to help raise awareness and prevent substance abuse among youth. The event, titled “High in Plain Sight”, features the nationally acclaimed Officer Jermaine Galloway, also known as “TheContinue 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
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
Irmo Police Chief Bobby Dale has announced the following promotions and transfers. Sergeant Brett Mielke transferred to the Community Services Division. He joined the Irmo Police Department in June 2014 and previously served in the Patrol Division. Corporal Charles Black was promoted to Patrol Sergeant. He joined the Irmo PoliceContinue Reading
A former Richland County Coroner was busted by the Irmo Police Department for holding illegal gambling games next to a children’s day care center. Gary Watts (67) of Chapin, Adam Watts (28) of Chapin, and Daniel Schaffer (53) of Lexington were charged with (Keeping Unlawful Gaming Tables). Seven other individuals were charged withContinue Reading
Lexington County deputies have arrested three teenage males in connection with an armed robbery and shooting in the Swansea area of Lexington County. According to Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon, the incident occurred Wednesday evening. “After speaking with witnesses and victims, investigators determined one of the teens stole a gunContinue Reading
The Irmo Police Department has arrested Daquan M. Williams (35) of Irmo, in connection to a violent assault. On March 6 around 7 am, Irmo officers responded to a call in which the victim stated they’d been raped. The victim, who’s identity will not be released, told officers a manContinue Reading
Chief Bobby Dale is announcing the termination of an Irmo Police Officer. An investigation was opened by IPD’s Internal Affairs this morning after receiving information that Officer Lee Haley was involved in removing political signs that were recently reported as stolen this week by candidate Gabriel Penfield. The investigation determinedContinue Reading
Irmo Town Council candidate Gabriel Penfield had campaign signs stolen from yards and businesses last week. A total of 38 signs were reported missing. Local law enforcement has been notified about the incidents, and an investigation is underway to identify those responsible for the thefts. An Irmo Police Department spokesperson stated thatContinue Reading