Colleton County Sheriff's Office

06/02/2026

‼️⚠️Attention Colleton County Residents: Summer's Here, and thieves are too!

We want to inform you that there has been an increase in vehicle break-ins in the Round-O and Cottageville areas. Please take precautions to protect your belongings: secure your valuables out of sight, remove fi****ms from vehicles, and always lock your car doors. Don’t become a victim! Residents are encouraged to check their home surveillance cameras for any suspicious activity and report it: (843) 549-2211. ‼️⚠️

06/02/2026

🚨Press Release: The Colleton County Sheriff's Office encourages citizens conducting online sales transactions to take precautions to protect themselves from fraud and theft. Whenever possible, meet buyers and sellers in a safe, public location, such as the Sheriff's Office or another well-lit area with surveillance cameras.

Citizens should also exercise caution when accepting cashier's checks, money orders, or other forms of payment that can be counterfeited. Whenever possible, verify the authenticity of a check with the issuing financial institution before releasing property.

If something about a transaction seems unusual or too good to be true, trust your instincts and contact law enforcement for guidance.

06/02/2026

✨Colleton County deputies have been keeping quite busy. Last month, the Sheriff's Office responded to 3,252 calls for service. These calls included emergency situations, such as active domestic disputes and fights, as well as welfare checks, reports of suspicious persons, larcenies, alarms, and civil matters. The deputies work diligently every day to ensure the safety of the citizens in Colleton County!

06/02/2026

🗓️🎉 SAVE THE DATE!!! We are so excited to announce our Back to School Bash for the 2026-2027 School year. Join us on Saturday, July 25th at the Sheriff's Office from 10 AM until 12 PM. Trust us. You will not want to miss this!!! 🤩🇺🇸

06/01/2026

🌀 Hurricane Season Begins Today: Are You Ready, Colleton County?

June 1st marks the official start of Atlantic Hurricane Season. Living in the beautiful Lowcountry of South Carolina means we must always be prepared for tropical weather.

The Colleton County Sheriff's Office urges all citizens to start preparing now. Don't wait for a storm to threaten our coast; instead, take action today to protect your home and family.

📋 Your Preparation Checklist:
Restock Your Emergency Kit: Ensure you have at least a 3- to 5-day supply of bottled water, non-perishable food, flashlights, batteries, first-aid supplies, and essential medications.

Review Your Plan: Know your evacuation zone, plan your route, and check in with family members so everyone knows the plan.

Secure Important Documents: Keep digital or waterproof copies of IDs, insurance policies, and medical records easily accessible.

Stay Safe. Stay Informed. Stay Prepared.

We will provide critical updates, road conditions, and safety resources throughout the season as needed. Follow US here and the emergency management lead agency, Colleton County Fire Rescue, for official information and emergency resources. Sign up for Colleton Alerts at www.colletonfire.com/smart911

06/01/2026

It's that time of year again: Tomorrow marks the start of Hurricane season! 🌀

Atlantic hurricane season begins tomorrow, June 1. Have you prepared yet? 🌀

06/01/2026

Hurricane Preparedness Month may be over, but hurricane season is not waiting on anyone.
We’re just hours away. So...
-Build the kit.
-Make the plan.
-Know your zone.
Future you will be happy. Go ahead and download your copy of the 2026 South Carolina Hurricane Guide.
https://www.scemd.org/stay-informed/publications/hurricane-guide/

Hurricane Preparedness Month may be over, but hurricane season is not waiting on anyone.
We’re just hours away. So...
-Build the kit.
-Make the plan.
-Know your zone.
Future you will be happy. Go ahead and download your copy of the 2026 South Carolina Hurricane Guide.
https://www.scemd.org/stay-informed/publications/hurricane-guide/

05/29/2026

👍🚔Thank you, Mr. Jack Lawson, for this generous donation of pizza to our Deputies! 🚔👍

05/29/2026

✨Join us in celebrating the retirement of Lieutenant Ricky Valentine! After 32 amazing years of service to our community, LT is hanging up his hat. Congratulations, LT! We wish you all the best in what comes next. Thank you for everything you’ve done and the countless lives you’ve touched along the way! ✨