Darlington County Sheriff's Office

10/09/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sheriff Michael August
10/9/2026

Subject: Sheriff August Statement on Inmate Disturbance at the W. Glenn Campbell Detention Center

On October 9, 2026, Darlington County Sheriff’s Office responded to the W. Glenn Campbell Detention Center in reference to an inmate transfer in which while transferring several inmates from one pod to another, inmates refused to be transferred and assaulted several correctional officers. Correctional Officers retreated per protocol and placed the unit on lock down. At which time, deputies responded from the sheriff’s office and patrol.

While responding, several inmates vandalized the pod they were in. Deputies were able to maintain control of the pod and detain all inmates involved. The injured correctional officers are currently being treated for a non-life threatening injury. No inmates were injured during this incident.

Sheriff August remains transparent with the citizens of Darlington County and emphasizes his priority to maintaining safety of employees and inmates while housed in the W. Glenn Campbell Detention Center. Sheriff August wants to ensure the public that the facility is under law enforcement control and all inmates are properly secured. There is no threat to the public.

This is an ongoing investigation and charges will follow upon reviewing all evidence.

10/09/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sheriff Michael August
10/9/2026

Subject: Individual Arrested Following a Traffic Stop

On October 8, 2026, the Darlington County Combined Drug Unit, which consists of Darlington County Deputies and Hartsville City Officers, conducted a traffic stop on the 1700 block of Ousleydale Road in the Hartsville area of Darlington County, as part of an ongoing narcotics investigation.

The driver of the vehicle, identified as Donovan Squire, was arrested and investigators located over 2.5lbs of ma*****na in the backseat of his vehicle.

Donovan Squire was arrested and charged with Possession With Intent to Distribute Ma*****na. Squire is currently being held the W. Glenn Campbell Detention Center awaiting his bond hearing.

This is an active investigation and more information may follow. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

10/07/2026

10/07/2026

The Darlington County Sheriff’s Office had the pleasure of hosting a back the blue series: Pastor Breakfast, inviting all pastors in Darlington County to join us for food and fellowship!

Special thank you to Hartsville Walmart for sponsoring our breakfast! Thank you to Forest Hills Independent Baptist Church for allowing us to host this event at your facility. We appreciate your partnership and continued support of Law Enforcement.

Special thank you to Pastor Tim Coker for doing our opening prayer and Pastor Mike Madaris for doing the devotion.

We appreciate all pastors who serve in Darlington County and are grateful for their support of First Responders 💙🚔

10/06/2026

Come see the Darlington County Sheriff’s Office at National Night Out in Hartsville from 6-8pm! National Night Out is a night when Law Enforcement and the community come together to fight crime and build relationships.

Special Thank you to CSX Railroad First Responder Program for donating toys for us to give out to families in our community! 🚔💙

10/06/2026

⚠️⚠️Duke Energy Outdoor Warning Sirens will be tested 10/07/26 between 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. ⚠️⚠️

10/06/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sheriff Michael August
10/6/2026

Subject: Individual Arrested

Update 10/6 at 4:30pm | Bond Issued
A Darlington County Magistrate issued Juawon Sumter a cash or surety bond of $10,000 for each count of Kidnapping, $30,000 for each count of Criminal Sexual Conduct 1st Degree, and $22,250 for each count of Criminal Sexual Conduct 2nd Degree, totaling $144,500.

On September 21, 2026, the Darlington County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a sexual assault involving a juvenile victim in the Lamar area of Darlington County.

Through investigation, deputies discovered the victim was held at the suspect’s residence between the dates of September 18-20, where the suspect allegedly had forced sexual in*******se with the victim several times. Deputies were able to identify the suspect as Juawon Sumter.

On October 5, 2026, Juawon Sumter was arrested and charged with 4 counts of Kidnapping, 2 counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct 1st Degree, and 2 counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct 2nd Degree. Sumter is currently being held in the W. Glenn Campbell Detention Center awaiting his bond hearing this afternoon.

This is an active investigation and more information may follow. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

10/03/2026

The Darlington County Sheriff’s Office had the pleasure of participating in the annual Darlington Elk’s Parade this morning. Thank you for having us! 💙🚔

10/02/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sheriff Michael August
10/2/2026

Subject: Individual Arrested Following a Search Warrant

On October 1, 2026, the Darlington County Combined Drug Unit and the Special Incident Response Team (SIRT), which is combined of Darlington County Deputies, Darlington City Officers, and Hartsville City Officers, executed a lawful search warrant of a residence on the 1800 block of Blanding Driving in the Hartsville area of Darlington County.

During the search, deputies discovered 3 fi****ms, 1 of which was stolen out of Chesterfield County, 80grams of co***ne, and quantities of cash.

As a result, Farish Ervin was arrested and charged with Trafficking Co***ne, Unlawful Possession of a Fi***rm by Persons Convicted of Certain Crimes, and Possession of a Stolen Fi***rm. Ervin is currently being held in the W. Glenn Campbell Detention Center awaiting his bond hearing this afternoon.

This is an active investigation and more information may follow. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

10/01/2026

The Darlington County Sheriff’s Office had the pleasure of participating in a Touch a Truck event for the First Presbyterian Preschool in Hartsville. K9 Chili loved meeting all of her new friends! 🚔🐾