South Carolina Law Enforcement Division

Inside the State’s Abandoned Case Against Ex-Sheriff Chuck Wright

Andrew Fancher
SLED investigative file references a pill dealer, a rumored recording and command-level silence. And still, not one state charge was filed....

Police Scandal Tied to Elena Moore’s Husband Surfaces as Death Investigation Continues

Andrew Fancher
Internal affairs records reveal Brannon Slice lost his law enforcement certification following a probe that referenced MDMA and an unnamed girlfriend....

As Murdaugh Retrial Looms, Another Former SLED Investigator Faces Scrutiny

Jenn Wood
Former SLED agent Ryan Kelly terminated after harassment and unbecoming conduct allegations....

Deadly Denmark Drug Deal: Bamberg Man Charged With Murder, Attempted Murder

Erin Parrott
SLED alleges a failed armed robbery during a drug transaction left two men dead and a third victim wounded in Bamberg County......

West Columbia Officer, Suspect Wounded In Exchange Of Gunfire

Erin Parrott
Both hospitalized as SLED begins its investigation......