Excessive Force Probe: No Charges Against Former Midlands Police Chief
South Carolina Attorney General cites “insufficient evidence” following months-long probe into law enforcement veteran....
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Three Years Later, Accountability In David Aylor’s Death
by Jenn Wood
Federal court filings show cousin Levi Miles admitted distributing the fentanyl that killed the Charleston attorney — closing one chapter of a lingering Lowcountry tragedy....
‘Sucking Political D***’: Midlands Police Chief Retires Amid Reports of Recorded Rant
South Congaree police chief’s retirement follows a department vehicle crash and reports of a profanity-laced body camera recording....
Beaufort FOIA Fallout: Independent Investigation Underway
by Callie Lyons
Beaufort officials launch an independent probe while facing public criticism — and the sudden resignation of the deputy city manager....
David Aylor’s Final Hours: What Friends Saw, What Police Found
by Jenn Wood
Timeline of a tragedy......
South Carolina Cops Blasted For Leaking Sensitive Info, Censoring Critics
by Callie Lyons
Beaufort police are facing a firestorm over their handling of human trafficking allegations......
RJ May Claims Former Freedom Caucus Allies Owe Him Thousands
Imprisoned lawmaker chasing unpaid debts to his now-defunct political consulting firm as he awaits trial on child exploitation charges....
‘I’m Watching You’: Inside MorningStar Ministries Sex Abuse Investigation
by Callie Lyons
Tracking a predator......
South Carolina Cops Hit With DUI, Gun Charges
Badges gone 'wild' at Anderson PD?...
111 Days Later: North Charleston Police Slow-Walk Public Records Request
As a FOIA request stalled, an officer was fired and a senior official with a documented history of deception oversaw what was ultimately released to...