Chesterfield County Detention Center
Coverage of Chesterfield County Detention Center in the Nexus archive.
- Former McBee police chiefs surrender amid ticket quota corruption probe
Former McBee Police Chiefs Tim Knight and Mike Irvin and former officer Greg Block surrendered to Chesterfield County Detention Center, facing charges of misconduct and conspiracy for allegedly pressuring officers to meet traffic ticket quotas to fund town equipment and loans. State investigators found evidence of quota demands, including messages between the mayor and Irvin about generating funds through tickets.
- SLED arrests McBee police chief, others connected to QCN 'Officer Down' series
South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) arrested the McBee Police Department chief and others connected to QUEEN CITY NEWS' 'Officer Down' series. Multiple members of the department, both current and former, surrendered at the Chesterfield County Detention Center.
- Inmate found dead at Chesterfield County Detention Center, SLED investigating
An inmate was found dead at the Chesterfield County Detention Center. SLED is investigating the incident, and authorities stated the inmate was being housed alone at the time.
- SLED investigates death of inmate at Chesterfield County Detention Center
An inmate was found dead in a cell at the Chesterfield County Detention Center, prompting an investigation by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division. The sheriff's office is cooperating with the investigation, and the inmate was housed alone at the time of the incident.
- Marshville man charged with criminal sexual conduct in Chesterfield County
A Marshville man was charged with criminal sexual conduct in Chesterfield County following an investigation into a reported assault. Daniel Joshua Melton, 28, was arrested and granted a $15,000 surety bond after his detention. Sheriff Cambo Streater emphasized the department's commitment to justice in sexual assault cases.
- Four more arrested in connection with 2024 killing of 13-year-old Jacob Duncan
Four individuals were arrested in connection with the 2024 killing of 13-year-old Jacob Duncan. The arrests include Jacob M. Garcia, Tasma N. Garcia, Jacob E. Rangel, and Andrew L. Rogers, charged with accessory after the fact of murder and misprision. The Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office continues the investigation, emphasizing accountability for all involved.