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
Dwight Anthony Powell, 42, of Saluda, has been convicted in Lexington County General Sessions Court after a trial. Powell was found guilty by a Lexington County jury of Burglary – Second Degree (violent) and Attempted Grand Larceny, with a value exceeding $10,000. Circuit Court Judge Walton J. McLeod IV sentencedContinue Reading
Residents at Coopers Trace in Irmo received boxes filled with edible, non-perishable food items from the Irmo Police Department. This initiative is part of Serve & Connect, a Columbia-based non-profit organization working to strengthen positive relationships between police officers and the communities they serve. The program, known as Greg’s Groceries,Continue 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
The Irmo Police Department extends its gratitude to Brian Pena, who has spent the last 5 years delving into the history of Irmo Police Chiefs. Brian’s unparalleled historical research has been a labor of love, culminating in a remarkable contribution unveiled at the recent Irmo Town Council Meeting. During theContinue Reading
By Al Dozier The Irmo Town Council heard a special presentation at the January 16 meeting honoring the town’s past police chiefs. A framed picture showing headshots of all of the town’s past police chiefs was presented to the council by Brian Penna, a long-time local businessman who had closeContinue Reading
The Irmo Police Department has taken swift action in the aftermath of a tragic collision in the 1300 Block of Lake Murray Boulevard on January 11, 2023, resulting in the arrest of Chelsie B. Pittman (31) of Columbia, SC. Pittman now faces serious charges in connection with the fatal crash.Continue Reading
This story has been updated, click here. Irmo Police officers responded to a motor vehicle collision involving two vehicles in the 1300 block of Lake Murray Boulevard. The collision occurred around 10:20 pm, leading to both drivers being swiftly transported to Prisma Health Richland by EMS for immediate medical attention.Continue Reading
In a solemn gathering at Irmo Village Apartments on Thursday, January 4, the community came together to express heartfelt recognition and gratitude for Senior Corporal Chris Kaderly of the Irmo Police Department. The event, marked by a poignant ceremony and a symbolic balloon release, honored Officer Kaderly’s selfless attempt toContinue Reading
By Al Dozier The Irmo Town Council recently adopted a proclamation honoring the Irmo Police Department for its outstanding services to the Irmo community. The Department Criminal Investigations Division, led by Sergeant Kelly Mountzouros, was singled out for its work on criminal investigations that caught the notice of the FBI.Continue Reading