Benedict College Police Department

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Benedict College is a private/urban institution located in the City of Columbia, South Carolina. The Benedict College Police Department is the law enforcement service agency for the campus and those areas under the college's authority. All of the officers in the department have been entrusted with the duty and responsibility to serve and protect the Benedict College campus and the surrounding comm

unity. It is the duty of every officer in this department to undertake the task of providing the campus and the surrounding community with a safe and peaceful environment.. The police officers are duly sworn state constables with statewide arrest authority as established by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division and are certified through the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy.

The Benedict College Police Department is proud to host the 2026 South Carolina Association of Law Enforcement Explorers...
06/01/2026

The Benedict College Police Department is proud to host the 2026 South Carolina Association of Law Enforcement Explorers (SCALE) Conference, July 19–25, 2026, at Benedict College.

We look forward to welcoming Explorers, advisors, and agencies from across South Carolina, as well as Explorer Posts from outside the state.

Any Explorer Post with questions or inquiries is encouraged to contact Lieutenant Sherman. Contact information is provided on the attached flyer.

We look forward to seeing everyone in July 2026!
Benedict College

05/25/2026
The Benedict College Police Department sends our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the Greenville City Police Department...
05/16/2026

The Benedict College Police Department sends our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the Greenville City Police Department as they mourn the tragic loss of Sgt. Ashley Munoz.

We also lift up Sgt. Diana Munoz in prayer as she continues to fight toward recovery.

During this incredibly difficult time, we stand beside our brothers and sisters in blue and ask our community to keep their department, family, and loved ones in your prayers.

From all of us at Benedict College Police Department, we honor their service, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting others. 💙🖤

05/15/2026

🚔 Benedict College Police Department is proud to announce that we will be the hosting agency for the 2026 South Carolina Association of Law Enforcement Explorers (SCALE) Summer Conference.

This year, Benedict College Police Department and the Columbia Police Department, SC are jointly hosting the South Carolina Association of Law Enforcement Explorers (SCALE) Conference on campus from July 19 to 25, 2026.

When we hosted the conference in 2022, it was a phenomenal experience, and we are excited to do it again this year. This conference brings together Law Enforcement Explorer Posts from across South Carolina for a week of leadership development, hands-on training, competitions, networking, and mentorship opportunities for future law enforcement professionals.

Please take a moment to view our video recap from the 2022 Summer Conference. We look forward to welcoming agencies and explorers from across the state to Benedict College this July.

If you have any questions about the conference, would like information on how citizens can help, or are interested in making a donation toward the conference, please contact Lieutenant Sherman at:

📧 [email protected]

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from Benedict College! 💜💛

On behalf of Chief Kevin Portee and the men and women of the Benedict College Police Department, we proudly salute the C...
05/09/2026

On behalf of Chief Kevin Portee and the men and women of the Benedict College Police Department, we proudly salute the Class of 2026! 🎓🔥

Today marks a major milestone—your hard work, late nights, and dedication have paid off. You didn’t just make it… you set the standard. You are truly .

As you step into your next chapter, continue to lead, inspire, and represent Benedict College with excellence wherever you go. The world is yours—go make your mark!

Congratulations, Class of 2026! We are proud of you.

BCPD

Today is Graduation Day! 🎓Benedict College Police Department would like to congratulate the Class of 2026 on this major ...
05/08/2026

Today is Graduation Day! 🎓

Benedict College Police Department would like to congratulate the Class of 2026 on this major accomplishment.

Please be advised that traffic delays are expected in and around Benedict College Stadium and surrounding roads due to today’s commencement ceremony, which begins at 7:00 PM.

The following roads will be heavily impacted:
Read Street & Two Notch Road, Richland Street & Two Notch Road, Edgewood Avenue & Two Notch Road, and Forest Drive & Pinehurst Street.

You will see a heavy presence of law enforcement officers around the Benedict College campus. Please watch for officers directing traffic, stay alert, and follow all law enforcement instructions.

We encourage everyone to leave early and plan ahead.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Remember: ⚠️If you see something, say something. Report all emergencies to Benedict College Police Department at 803-253-5400.

We all play an important role in keeping our campus safe.

Benedict College Police Department would like to remind our Benedict community that we are two days away from our 156th ...
05/06/2026

Benedict College Police Department would like to remind our Benedict community that we are two days away from our 156th Commencement Ceremony for the Class of 2026.

The ceremony will begin at 7:00 PM.

Please be advised that traffic delays are expected in and around Benedict College Stadium, as well as on surrounding roads, due to graduation activities.

The following roads will be heavily impacted by traffic: Read Street & Two Notch Road, Richland Street & Two Notch Road, Edgewood Avenue & Two Notch Road, and Forest Drive & Pinehurst Street.

We encourage everyone to leave early and plan ahead to avoid delays.

Thank you all for your patience and cooperation. Also, remember: If you see something, say something. Please report all emergencies to Benedict College Police Department at 803-253-5400.

We all play an important role in keeping our campus safe.

Today, the men and women of the Benedict College Police Department proudly recognize our incredible dispatchers for Tele...
04/15/2026

Today, the men and women of the Benedict College Police Department proudly recognize our incredible dispatchers for Telecommunication Week!

Y’all are the voice behind the badge, the calm in the chaos, and the lifeline that keeps everything moving. Day in and day out, you hold it down behind the scenes, making sure our officers and our campus stay safe.

We salute you, we appreciate you, and we couldn’t do this without you. Thank you for everything you do for the Benedict College community!Benedict College Police Department@topfans

Happy Easter Day from the Benedict College Police Department! 🐣🌸Wishing our Benedict College family and surrounding comm...
04/05/2026

Happy Easter Day from the Benedict College Police Department! 🐣🌸

Wishing our Benedict College family and surrounding community a safe, joyful, and blessed Easter. May your day be filled with happiness, peace, and time with loved ones.

Stay safe and enjoy the holiday!

BCPD 🚓

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Columbia, SC
29204

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