Public Information & News Releases

The York County Sheriff's Office is governed by a Media Policy and Procedure and welcomes input from the public and media.

The York County Sheriff's Office is governed by a Media Policy and Procedure and welcomes input from the public and media. The Public Information Unit strives to provide timely and accurate information to our citizens of York County through our website and social media platforms. 

The Sheriff's Office recognizes that the public depends on the traditional news media to gather and disseminate information. The York County Sheriff's Office views the news media and digital media as avenues in which to get the right information to the citizens of York County at exactly the right time in order for citizens to make right informed decisions.

  1. YCSO Detective Awarded Officer of the Year by Rock Hill Optimist Club

    Sheriff Kevin Tolson and David Angel with the Rock Hill Optimist Club, presented Detective Sgt. Josh Yates with the 2023 Rock Hill Optimist Club Respect for Law program. Read on...

  2. Man arrested for armed robbery using video game controller

    A Sharon, SC man has been arrested after he robbed a store using a spray-painted Nintendo Duck Hunt game pistol. Read on...

  3. Clover Patrol Sergeant awarded Officer of the Year by Clover Optimist Club

    Optimist Clubs recognize York County law enforcement officers during the Optimist Club Respect for Law program. Sheriff Kevin Tolson congratulates Sgt. Mike Doody who received recognition as the 2023 Clover Optimist Club Officer of the Year. Read on...

  1. Peninger’s Sacrifice Honored in the SC Law Enforcement Hall of Fame

    It’s been a long time coming, but after 105-years, T.R. Peninger’s sacrifice is honored in the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame. Read on...

  2. YCSO Response to Mullinax Lawsuit

    As of the publication of this statement, the York County Sheriff’s Office has not been served with a lawsuit filed by Trevor Mullinax related to an officer involved shooting on May 7, 2021. Read on...

  3. Crime Stoppers of York County Wins Productivity Award

    For the second year, Crime Stoppers of York County has won an award for helping clear the most criminal cases for a population the size of York County. Read on...
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