Former SC Deputies Arrested for Misconduct and Fake Emergency Calls

Three Chesterfield County Sheriff’s deputies in South Carolina face felony and misconduct charges, including criminal conspiracy and breach of peace, after allegedly making prank phone calls to other law enforcement agencies reporting hoax emergencies. The deputies surrendered to SLED agents and are free on no-cash bonds awaiting trial. If convicted, they could face fines and imprisonment. The sheriff suspended the deputies and refused to comment, while SLED completed its investigation and provided details of the allegations.