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Columbia, SC
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Chief Wuchenich has announced the following promotion:
N. Hill has been promoted to Lieutenant over the Criminal Investigations Unit. He previously served as a Senior Criminal Investigator.
USCPD is grateful for his hard work and continued dedication to the Carolina community.
We are proud to share that Officer C. Walston has officially graduated from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy. She was sworn in as a Class 1 Officer by Chief Wuchenich, marking the start of her law enforcement career. Congrats!
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Are YOU giving off digital red flags?
🚩Using the same password for everything
🚩Clicking on links from strangers
🚩Forgetting to update software
This #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, review the FBI's top tips to protect yourself from cybercriminals at fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/….
📢 A new CRIME BULLETIN has been posted on the Division of Law Enforcement & Safety’s website.
Read more: sc.edu/crimebulletin
Congratulations to Lt. Shannon McKellar on his retirement after 10 years with USCPD and 28 years in law enforcement.
We’re grateful for his service to the Carolina community and for his leadership within our Division over the years.
📸Chief Wuchenich and Major Miles.
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On Feb. 15, 2023, a University of South Carolina Police Officer was patrolling the Five Points area of Columbia. Around 2 a.m., the officer stopped a vehicle driven by Duncan…
Duncan has prior convictions for domestic violence, illegally possessing a firearm, and kidnapping, among other offenses. These offenses prohibit Duncan from possessing a firearm or ammunition.
@ATFCharlotte and @USCPD investigated.
🔗 justice.gov/usao-sc/pr/aiken…
ALT Press Release Aiken Felon Sentenced to Federal Prison for Illegally Possessing Gun Following Five Points Traffic Stop Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Congrats to @Maj_TJ_Geary on his appointment to the @TheIACP Research Advisory Committee by IACP President David Rausch.
The committee connects research with police practice. Major Geary will provide strategic insight and subject-matter expertise to IACP leadership and staff.
Come see us! Today, 10-2pm on Greene Street!
I’ll be out at the Russel House today from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm educating the students @UofSC on the dangers of impaired driving along with our partners @USCPD @LRADACSC @schighwaypatrol @theSCDPS
Agencies across the Midlands came together during Saturday's pregame briefing to remember @LCSD_News Master Deputy Jillian Olson & @ColumbiaPDSC Lance Corporal Christopher DeLong.
Both made a lasting impact on the communities they served. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Mark your calendars for the Impaired Driving Awareness event of the semester! This Thursday, September 24, on Greene Street from 10am-2pm with @SCHP_Troop1.
Meet the people who work while USC sleeps ✍️
sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2026/09/n…
Future Gamecock? 🤙
A tradition four years in the making! Every football season, Newton makes sure to find Major Geary for their annual photo.
Check out these pics of K-9 Poppy’s 9th Birthday celebration!
instagram.com/p/DdIBUzPCR59/…
Did you get the @CarolinaAlert test today? We test the systems every spring and fall to make sure they’re in working order!
In observance of the Labor Day holiday, our administrative offices are closed today, 9/7. They will resume normal business hours tomorrow.
As always, USCPD officers are available 24/7 by calling: 803-777-4215 or via the CarolinaSAFE app.
Gamecock Football Pre-Game and Post-Game Traffic Maps:
Bluff Road will be shut down two hours before kickoff for the Gamecock Walk.
Gamecock Football Pre-Game and Post-Game Traffic Maps.
Bluff Road will be shut down two hours before kickoff for the Gamecock Walk.
@theSCDPS @schighwaypatrol @WilliamsBriceSC @GamecockFB @USCPD
