UPDATE 9/15/22- One of the subjects, Jason Heath Berry of Piedmont was arrested and charged with Grand Larceny, Petit Larceny, and Trespassing as a result of this investigation. Just prior to being arrested, he was in the custody of Greenville County for other theft related charges. ------ Do you know either of these individuals? We would like to speak with them about trespassing in the Cross Hill area. If you have any information, you can call 864-984-4967, call CrimeStopper

The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is constantly reviewing concerns in reference to safety and influences within our schools. Our number one concern has always been the advancement and safety of every child. As a result, we have examined the new and revamped version of the DARE (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program. “The program was not as effective as it should have been in the previous format. The challenges facing children are evolving. I feel that with the new curric

On August 22 at approximately 1PM, Animal Control responded to the 27000 area of Highway 221 North in Enoree in reference to a welfare check on multiple dogs located at this residence. Upon arrival, Deputies immediately noticed a female dog with significant hair loss and sores located in a pen without proper shelter along with her puppies. Several other dogs were located in wire crates covered in feces with no food or water available to them. Deceased dogs were also discovere

Justice Assistance Grant Grant Notice: The Laurens County Sheriff's Office is applying for the FY 2022 Local Solicitation Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program. Public review and comment of our application is encouraged. Please contact Captain Michael Coats at the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office to receive additional information about the application. The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program (42 U.S.C. 3751 (a)) is the prima

For the past month, the inmate litter crew has cleaned up the following roads: Milam Road Philson Road Robinson Road Henderson Church Road Highway 66 Blackberry Road Commerce Avenue Park Road Powers Road Due to a significant amount of dump sites, a grand total of 27,860 pounds of trash was removed from Laurens County roads. Thank you to everyone who reports problem areas. We can get more done working together!

On July 24th, deputies responded to Charlottes Road in reference to a burglary at a residence that had already occurred. The home had been broken into and a vehicle and firearms were stolen from the property. On July 26th, deputies returned to the same location in reference to a burglary in process, observed by the homeowner’s cameras. The subjects fled the scene prior to deputies arrival. These individuals were later identified and charged as follows: - Tyler Dean McCarson o