Abbeville County Sheriff's Office

02/04/2015

Recently several citizens have called the SO to report of numerous phones calls they have received from someone representing themselves as an employee at Duke Energy. The caller tells the customer they are past due on their power bill and to go to Family Dollar in Abbeville and load the past due amount on to a Red Card, or their power will be disconnected. Sheriff Watson advises all of these are telephone scams and warns if anyone in the community receives any calls of this nature, to hang up and call the sheriff’s department to file a report. Duke Energy does not use these type tactics to collect on past due balances and advises if anyone receives any calls of this nature to notify law enforcement immediately.

01/13/2015

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01/12/2015

911 services has been restored to all citizens with the 459 prefix. Thank you for your patience.

01/11/2015

We are currently experiencing issues with our E911 system. Any citizens with a 459 prefix that needs to contact 911 please call 864-366-8451.

01/01/2015

Sheriff Ray Watson would like to wish you and your family a very safe and Happy New Year. Please be safe out there, and remember, don't drink and drive. You place more than just yourself in danger.

12/23/2014

The Abbeville County Sheriff's Office would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a very safe and Happy Holiday Season. Remember the reason for the season, and always look out for that child. Sheriff Ray Watson and Staff.

12/08/2014

Pictures from the Memorial Service for Sgt. Danny Wilson and Constable Donnie Ouzts.

12/08/2014

Today marked the 11th anniversary where two of our very own gave the ultimate sacrifice to serve and protect our community. The Abbeville Sheriff"s office will never forget you, Sgt. Danny Wilson and Constable Donnie Ouzts. RIP my brothers in blue.

12/08/2014

11/25/2014

Sheriff Ray Watson, Capt. Natalie Talbert, Sgt. Matthew Graham, Deputy Jeffery Hines along with two ladies from the Food Bank in Calhoun Falls. The So partenerd with Prysmian to collect over 500 lbs of can goods during the second annual can food drive.

11/25/2014

"Crime increases nearly 40% during the holiday season each year. As we prepare for the upcoming holiday season of Thanksgiving turkey and dressing, watching football on the couch, and searching for the ever so increasing black Friday specials, we need your help in stopping this trend. Sheriff Watson would like to offer the following tips:
1. Never leave valuable items in plain view in your vehicle.
2. Never shop or travel alone. Always have someone with you. Walk with friends, family or ask security or store personnel to es**rt you to your car.
3. Try not to visit an ATM after dark. Do all of your banking during the day.
4. If you are traveling, don't stop delivery of your mail or newspaper. Have someone you trust collect these items daily.
5. Always park and walk in well-lit areas.
6. When traveling, prepare. Be familiar with the route you will travel and your destination. Make sure your vehicle is in good working condition. Share your travel itinerary with someone you trust.
7. Be alert at all times! Be aware of who is walking near your or if someone approaches you for help, do not offer him or her a ride or let them inside your home.
Remember, the reason for the season, and let’s have a safe and joyous holiday season. Happy Holidays from Sheriff Ray Watson and the Abbeville County Sheriff’s Office.

11/11/2014

The Abbeville County Sheriff's Office would like to take a moment to thank all of the veterans near and far that have given so much and fought so hard for the freedom we enjoy everyday. Wherever you are, thank a veteran they made this possible. Happy Veterans Day. Thank you Lt. Robert Turman and Sgt. Jon Taylor.