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SCDPS Reports Three Killed On South Carolina Roadways August 15 To August 17, 2025

COLUMBIA — The South Carolina Department of Public Safety announces a preliminary number of three people killed on South Carolina roadways during the…

MEDIA ADVISORY: Funeral Arrangements for Trooper First Class Dennis D. Ricks

COLUMBIA – The South Carolina Department of Public Safety announces the following funeral arrangements for South Carolina Highway Patrol Trooper…

SCDPS Mourns Passing of Trooper First Class Dennis Ricks

It is with deep sadness that SCDPS announces the loss of one of our own, Trooper First Class Dennis D. Ricks. TFC Ricks passed away Wednesday night,…

Highway Patrol Trooper Dies From Injuries Sustained In Line-Of-Duty

COLUMBIA – It is with deep sadness that the South Carolina Department of Public Safety announces the passing of one of its own. South Carolina…

SCDPS Reports Seven Killed on South Carolina Roadways August 8 to August 10, 2025

COLUMBIA — The South Carolina Department of Public Safety announces a preliminary number of seven people killed on South Carolina roadways during the…

SC Highway Patrol Trooper Remains in Critical Condition

Trooper First Class Dennis Ricks remains in critical condition on Monday, August 11 after being struck by a box truck while performing a traffic stop…

Media Advisory - SC Public Safety Coordinating Council

-MEDIA ADVISORY--South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) announces the following event: WHAT:   SC…

Media Advisory - Governor’s Juvenile Justice Advisory Council Meeting

MEDIA ADVISORYSouth Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) announces the following event:WHO:         …

SCDPS Reports Five Killed On South Carolina Roadways August 1 To August 3, 2025

COLUMBIA — The South Carolina Department of Public Safety announces a preliminary number of five people killed on South Carolina roadways during the…

SCDPS joins victims, legislators as Governor signs historic Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act

MEDIA: Photos from today’s event can be found in the SCDPS online photo album here. COLUMBIA – The SC Department of Public Safety is getting…