The Richmond County Sheriff's Office would like to thank Sgt. Benjamin R. Parrish for 15 years of distinguished service to this agency and the citizens of Richmond County.

The Richmond County Sheriff's Office would like to thank Patti P. Norris for 15 years of distinguished service to this agency and the citizens of Richmond County.

The Richmond County Sheriff's Office would like to thank Cpl. Dale W. Roberts for 10 years of distinguished service to this agency and the citizens of Richmond County.

The Richmond County Sheriff's Office would like to thank Deputy Douglas E. Tice for 5 years of distinguished service to this agency and the citizens of Richmond County.

Lateisha Mosquera:

On October 15^th, 2015 the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office Intelligence Bureau became aware of threats made by a gang affiliate who was conspiring to initiate confrontation at the Richmond County Fair. Intel began actively investigating and uncovered further information that they passed on to Special Operations. Although this gang affiliate was warned by deputies not to go to the fair, Deputy Jason Saal observed this suspect on fairground property with a number of other connected subjects. Deputy Saal stopped the suspect and conducted a “Terry Frisk” for weapons. During the frisk, Deputy Saal found a Smith and Wesson 38 Special revolver concealed on the person of the suspect. It was later determined that the revolver had been reported stolen in a past residential burglary. Further investigation would reveal that the other subjects at the scene were in possession of burglary tools found inside their vehicle, and all suspects were connected to the Gangster Disciples Gang. This case has been referred to the District’s Attorney who is interested in these suspects being prosecuted on gang charges.

     This is a great example of teamwork and a proactive effort to prevent crime.  Proper dissemination of intelligence through the channels from one division to another was the key in expediting success in this situation.  In this case, there is little doubt that a violent crime or worse was prevented. Her actions are appreciated by this agency and the citizens of Richmond County.

Alberto Ramirez,

On October 15^th, 2015 the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office Intelligence Bureau became aware of threats made by a gang affiliate who was conspiring to initiate confrontation at the Richmond County Fair. Intel began actively investigating and uncovered further information that they passed on to Special Operations. Although this gang affiliate was warned by deputies not to go to the fair, Deputy Jason Saal observed this suspect on fairground property with a number of other connected subjects. Deputy Saal stopped the suspect and conducted a “Terry Frisk” for weapons. During the frisk, Deputy Saal found a Smith and Wesson 38 Special revolver concealed on the person of the suspect. It was later determined that the revolver had been reported stolen in a past residential burglary. Further investigation would reveal that the other subjects at the scene were in possession of burglary tools found inside their vehicle, and all suspects were connected to the Gangster Disciples Gang. This case has been referred to the District’s Attorney who is interested in these suspects being prosecuted on gang charges.   

     This is a great example of teamwork and a proactive effort to prevent crime.  Proper dissemination of intelligence through the channels from one division to another was the key in expediting success in this situation.  In this case, there is little doubt that a violent crime or worse was prevented.

Captain Gay: Life Saving Commendation and Honored for 25 year of Service.

I, as Sheriff of the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, do hereby very proudly commend:

Captain Scott Gay is to be commended for his actions on September 15, 2015 which resulted in the saving of a life.

Dated this day, the Thirteenth day of October, Two Thousand and Fifteen.

On September 15, 2015, at approximately 0720 hours, Capt. Scott Gay observed a traffic accident on Washington Road just East of Town Centre Drive.  Columbia County Sheriff’s Office had units responding and when they arrived they found Captain Gay performing CPR on one of the drivers involved.  Captain Gay continued to perform CPR until he was relieved by Fire and EMS personnel. The EMS crew loaded the driver in the ambulance and was able to revive him at the scene.  All three paramedics credited Captain Gay with saving the driver’s life and giving him the opportunity at a fighting chance for survival.

Sgt. Lyons with the CCSO briefly spoke to Captain Gay at the scene, and stated that Captain Gay was humble and attempted to downplay the importance of what he had done to assist a person who was in dire medical condition.  Had this not been brought to our attention, Captain Gay would not have sought out any praise or recognition for his actions, in keeping with his professionalism and sense of duty. 

His actions reflect well on his personal commitment to service, and are a credit to himself and our agency. Due to his actions a life was saved.

Deputies Charles Kaminer and Thomas Andrews,

On August 29, 2015 at approximately 1903 hours, Deputies Charles Kaminer and Thomas Andrews were assisting Deputy Evan Vinston with a disabled vehicle on Belair Road. While at that location, a black male came running up the road yelling “He hung himself”.  Deputy Kaminer and Deputy Andrews got into their patrol cars and followed the subject to 3751 Belair Road. They noticed a male subject hanging from a tree limb by a cable that was tied around his neck. Both deputies immediately ran to him, where Deputy Andrews grabbed him to relieve the pressure from the cable, while Deputy Kaminer attempted to cut the cable. It was determined that the cable had metal inside, therefore Deputy Kaminer had to untie the knots in the cable. Deputies Andrews and Kaminer removed the cable from around his neck, and laid him flat on his back to begin CPR. The subject’s body was blue, with a faint pulse and he was not breathing. Deputy Andrews gave 1 chest compression and performed a sternum rub causing him to slightly gasp for air. Deputy Andrews was given a Bag Valve Mask (BVM) from Corporal Thigpen’s vehicle. Deputy Andrews began ventilating the subject as Deputy Kaminer assisted with securing the airway. Both deputies continued this process until First Responders arrived on scene.

Due to their fast thinking, level of experience, and desire to help those in need, a life was saved.

Congratulations to Deputy Allen Scott Usry on his promotion to the rank of Investigator.

The Richmond County Sheriff's Office would like to show our appreciation to the Shield Club for their support of this agency. On Tuesday, September 29th at 9am, David Alalof on behalf of The Shield Club presented a check to Sheriff Roundtree for $8,500.00 for the purchase of a new canine.  Last month, we retired one of our drug canines and Sheriff Roundtree tasked Lt. Blanchard with coming up with a plan for funding a new canine. David Alalof of the Shield Club was contacted and they were more than happy to be of assistance.  Their donation allowed the Sheriff Office to purchase a dual purpose canine from Southern Coast K-9 that is certified in narcotics detection and tracking. Canine Axle is a 2 year old male that was born on 03/03/13.  Axle has already proven to be very effective this weekend when he helped track down two burglary suspects at a nearby residence just after they had burglarized Bungalow Road Elementary School.  Video footage from the school confirmed their involvement in the burglary; Road Patrol and CST Deputies arrested both suspects without incident.