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On Thursday, January 26, 2012, four deputies from the York County Sheriff’s Office will be awarded the Medal of Valor by the South Carolina Sheriff’s Association.
During the South Carolina Sheriff’s Association 2012 Winter Conference Awards Banquet, York County Sheriff Bruce Bryant will present Lieutenant Mike Ligon, Sergeant Heath Clevenger, Detective Carson Neely and Investigator Nick Schifferle with the Medal of Valor.
The Medal of Valor is the South Carolina Sheriff's Association highest honor and is awarded for an act of outstanding personal bravery, intelligently performed, in the line of duty at imminent personal hazard of life. The deputies were nominated to receive the medal for their actions which put their own safety in peril while attempting to safeguard others.
On the morning of August 29, 2011, the York County Sheriff’s Office was called upon by the Gaston County Police Department to apprehend Franklin White who, after he had shot and killed a woman in Gastonia, North Carolina, fled to York County, South Carolina.
These officers were attempting to take accused murderer Franklin White into custody when they were called upon to do something that officers are trained to do, but hope they will never have to, and that is, use deadly force against another human being. When deputies attempted to take White into custody, he presented a large revolver, deputies acted to prevent White from escaping or using the weapon to harm or kill another.
York County Sheriff’s Office deputies dedicate themselves to the safety of the citizens of York County; each of the deputies being awarded the Medal of Valor go above and beyond their normal duties by voluntarily serving on the York County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team. Sheriff Bryant states, “This was a trying and tragic occurrence for the many families affected by this suspect’s actions; I applaud these deputies, these heroes, for their brave actions that helped to protect our community.”
The South Carolina Sheriff’s Association 2012 Winter Conference Awards Banquet will be held at the Embassy Suites Columbia-Greystone, Stonebridge Drive, Columbia, South Carolina. More information about the South Carolina Sheriff’s Association can be found at www.sheriffsc.org.
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The National Safety Council’s “Alive at 25” course was offered to drivers ages 15-24, Saturday, January 7, 2011 at the Clover Community Center, 120 Bethel Street in Clover, South Carolina. The course, taught by certified police officers, is designed to be an early intervention program to help prevent traffic violations, collisions, and/or fatalities. The focus of the course is geared to help young drivers adopt safer driving practices, to take responsibility for their behavior in various driving situations, and to be aware of typical driving hazards.
In hopes of seeing the number of accidents and fatal collisions drop in the York County area, Sheriff Bruce Bryant desires to see more students take advantage of the course. According to the South Carolina Chapter National Safety Council, traffic crashes are the leading cause of fatalities for young adults ages 15 to 24 in South Carolina. The fact that young adults spend more hours loading their MP3 players than learning how to operate an automobile is a sobering reality.
Upon completion of the course, each student was asked to complete an evaluation of the information they received. One student stated, “This class did an excellent job of informing and giving you the facts without using scare tactics”. Another stated, “This was a great class and really changed my view of driving.”
Sheriff Bryant would like to thank the SC Chapter of the National Safety Council, the Town of Clover, and the Eng School of Defense for helping make Saturday’s Alive at 25 course a great success.
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Thursday, December 22, 2011: Media Advisory
Sheriff Bruce Bryant assists in offering students the opportunity to participate in the National Safety Council’s “Alive at 25” course
The South Carolina National Safety Council is proud to announce its partnership with Sheriff Bruce Bryant, the York County Sheriff’s Office, the Town of Clover, and Eng School of Defense. They are joining together in Clover, South Carolina, in an effort to educate young adults about the responsibilities that come with being behind the driving wheel of a vehicle.
The National Safety Council’s “Alive at 25” course is offered to drivers ages 15-24, and is designed to be an early intervention program to help prevent traffic violations, collisions, and/or fatalities. The focus is to help young drivers adopt safer driving practices, to take responsibility for their behavior in various driving situations, and to be aware of the typical driving hazards.
The Alive at 25 course will be offered at the Clover Community Center at 120 Bethel Street in Clover, South Carolina on January 7, 2012 between 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The course is free and will be available to the first 30 students who register. Registration forms may be picked up at the Town Hall (114 Bethal Street, Clover, South Carolina) or at Eng School of Self Defense (503 North Main Street in Clover, SC) on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
The course is taught by certified police officers.
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All smiles for newcomer Deputy Jamie Sandifer as Sheriff Bryant welcomes him to the York County Sheriff's Office.
On Friday, December 9, 2011, Deputy Jamie Sandifer graduated from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy. Deputy Sandifer was sworn in and assigned to District One (York), where he will report to Interim District Commander Lieutenant Tim Smith and Sergeant Vinesett. His call number is 122.
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Thursday, December 15, 2011: Media Advisory
York County Sheriff’s Office Explorer Post # 1786 Conducted a Merry Christmas Poinsettia Drive
On December 10, 2011, the York County Sheriff’s Office Explorer Post # 1786 conducted a Merry Christmas poinsettia drive at Lowe’s Home Improvement stores in the York County area.
With the support of Lowe’s and generous donations from members in the community, the Explorers collected over 640 poinsettias. The poinsettias will be delivered to area nursing home residents on Saturday December 17, 2011. Post #1786 was inspired to commit to the poinsettia drive by a desire to bring a smile and a feeling of warmth and love to some special York County residents.
On behalf of the York County Sheriff’s Office, Explorer Post #1786 and Sheriff Bruce Bryant would like to personally thank the York County Lowe’s Home Improvement stores and participating members of our community for encouraging hope and care during the Christmas Holidays.
Find out more about the program by contacting York County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Lee Stoneburner, at 803-628-6245, or via email, lee.stoneburner@yorkcountygov.com.
Merry Christmas!
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Tuesday, November 22, 2011 For Immediate Release
York County Sheriff’s Office awarded re-accreditation status by CALEA
On November 19th, 2011, members of the York County Sheriff’s Office, including Sheriff Bruce M. Bryant, represented the Sheriff’s Office during the CALEA (Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies) review and hearing in Colorado Springs, CO. Sheriff Bryant is pleased to announce that the Office was awarded re-accreditation status by the Commission.
CALEA was created in 1979 as a credentialing authority through the joint efforts of law enforcement's major executive associations in an effort to improve the delivery of public safety services, primarily by maintaining a body of standards, developed by public safety practitioner.
In 2008, the York County Sheriff’s Office earned Law Enforcement Accreditation as administered by CALEA. Every three years the Office undergoes a review by the Commission to determine accreditation status. That review was conducted on September 6th-9th, 2011 by assessors of the Commission.
The York County Sheriff’s Office Accreditation Manger, Sergeant Kevin Jones, can be reached at 803-628-5998 for additional information regarding CALEA and the accreditation process.
Additional information regarding CALEA can be found at www.calea.org.
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The York County Sheriff’s Office Bruce Bryant and the Explorer Post 1786 participated in the Rock Hill, Fort Mill, Hickory Grove and Clover Christmas Parades Saturday, December 3, 2011.
The float captured the judge’s eyes by winning the Grand Marshall Choice Award in the Clover Parade. “The Explorers Save Christmas by Arresting the Grinch” was the theme of the float.
If you missed out, join the Explorer’s and their award winning float, Wednesday, December 14th in the York Christmas Parade.
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Directions to the York County Law Enforcement Training Center located at Stoneybrook Drive and Lincoln Road in York, S.C.
***There will be a sign on Alexander Love Hwy.(Hwy # 5 By-Pass) near the traffic signal at Lincoln Road described below, it will state, "York County Law Enforcement Training Center" and provide the proper direction to take.***
From I-77 at the Dave Lyle Blvd. Exit in Rock Hill, take Dave Lyle Blvd. South to Main St. Turn Right onto Main St. (Hwy # 5). Take Hwy # 5 approx. 14 miles to York, passing the Moss Justice Center on your left. Proceed through the intersection of Hwy #161 and Alexander Love Hwy. (Hwy # 5 By-Pass). Go to the 3rd Traffic Signal and turn left onto Lincoln Road. Go approx. 0.8 miles. The YCLE Training Center will be on the left at Stoneybrook Drive.
From I-77 at Hwy 901 Exit (1st Rock Hill Exit on I-77 from Columbia), take exit then left onto Hwy 901. Follow sign Hwy 901 until it intersects with Hwy #5 (Main St.). Take left onto Hwy # 5. Take Hwy # 5 approx. 12 miles to York, passing the Moss Justice Center on your left. Proceed through the intersection of Hwy #161 and Alexander Love Hwy. (Hwy # 5 By-Pass). Go to the 3rd Traffic Signal and turn left onto Lincoln Road. Go approx. 0.8 miles. The YCLE Training Center will be on the left at Stoneybrook Drive.
From I-77 at Hwy # 161 Exit (1st Rock Hill Exit on I-77 from Charlotte), take exit then right onto Hwy 161. Take Hwy. 161 approx. 15 miles until it intersects with Alexander Love Hwy. (Hwy # 5 By Pass) at the Days Inn on right. Turn right and go to the 2nd Traffic Signal and turn left onto Lincoln Road. Go approx. 0.8 miles. The YCLE Training Center will be on the left at Stoneybrook Drive.
From Hwy # 5 West of York take Hwy # 5 from I-85 into York County. At the 1st Traffic Signal in York turn left onto Alexander Love Hwy. (Hwy # 5 By Pass). Go to the 2nd Traffic Signal and turn right onto Lincoln Road. Go approx. 0.8 miles. The YCLE Training Center will be on the left at Stoneybrook Drive.
From Hwy # 321 North or South once in York at the intersection of Hwy # 321 and Alexander Love Hwy. (Hwy # 5 By Pass), turn left from the North and turn right from the South. A Traffic Signal and a Bi-Lo Supermarket will be at the intersection. Go to the 1st Traffic Signal and turn right onto Lincoln Road. Go approx. 0.8 miles. The YCLE Training Center will be on the left at Stoneybrook Drive.
From Hwy# 49 North take Hwy # 49 to the intersection of Hwy # 49 and Alexander Love Hwy. (Hwy # 5 By Pass), turn right onto Alexander Love Hwy. (Hwy # 5 By Pass). Go to the 1st Traffic Signal and turn left onto Lincoln Road. Go approx. 0.8 miles. The YCLE Training Center will be on the left at Stoneybrook Drive.
Need further information? Call the Training Center at (803) 628-7634 or call (803) 628-3059.
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