City of Anderson Police Department

06/05/2026

Congratulations to the newest certified officer of the Anderson Police Department!

Please join us in celebrating Officer Deandre Hamby on this incredible achievement. Pictured is Officer Hamby with Captain Mike Aikens and Lieutenant Nik Williamson.

We’re proud of your hard work, dedication, and commitment to serving our community. 💙

06/04/2026

Anderson Police responded to 2503 E. North Ave. on June 2, 2026, after a 911 caller reported an unresponsive male inside the residence. Upon arrival, officers located William Chandler deceased in the hallway with injuries.

Two individuals present at the scene were detained for questioning as officers secured the residence. The Criminal Investigations Division assumed control of the investigation and worked quickly and efficiently, identifying investigative sources and leads that led to an immediate arrest.

As a result of the investigation, Robert Bradley Evans was arrested on Wednesday evening June 3 for Manslaughter. The investigation remains active.

Anyone with information about the above incident may contact the Anderson Police Department at 264-260-4444 or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at https://www.p3tips.com/1038

06/02/2026

At approximately 12:39 p.m. today, officers responded to a report of a suspicious death at 2503 East North Avenue. Police remain on scene with the Anderson County Coroner’s Office as a search warrant is executed. Detectives and Forensics personnel are interviewing witnesses and collecting evidence.

A portion of Boundary Street at East North Avenue will be closed for a period of time while the investigation continues. The cause of death has not yet been determined and will be released by the Coroner when available.

At this time, the incident is being investigated as a suspicious death. There is no known danger or concern to the community said Chief Stewart.

05/16/2026

Our heartfelt condolences to the Greenville Police Department and family and friends of Sgt Ashley Munoz.
Please continue to lift Sgt Diana Munoz up in prayer as she recovers from this devastating accident.
Please keep their loved ones and the community in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate through this difficult time and the coming days.

05/15/2026

Congratulations to our newest detention officer. Officer A. Shytle graduated Basic Detention class 487 this morning.
Welcome to the family
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05/12/2026

Prayers for Greenwood Police Department and the lives affected by this tragic incident.

05/07/2026

May Is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

May marks the beginning of riding season for many motorcyclists in America. It is also Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) remind all motorists that “Motorcyclists’ Safety Is Everyone’s Safety”. Motorcycle safety is an ongoing responsibility for all road users.

Each year, motorcyclists are overrepresented in traffic crashes. Two leading contributors to this reality are speed and alcohol impairment. It is important to note that, while in years past, riding was seen as a leisure activity, it is now often a person’s primary, or only, mode of transportation. It is essential that riders and drivers both pay critical attention to their driving habits and to each other while out on the roads.

According to NHTSA’s national data:

· 6,228 motorcyclists were killed in traffic crashes in 2024, which represents 15% of all traffic fatalities.

· The fatality rate per 100 million vehicle miles traveled for motorcyclists was 27 times greater than the passenger car occupant fatality rate in 2024.

· 37% of all motorcycle riders involved in fatal crashes in 2024 were speeding, compared to 22% of all passenger car drivers. Motorcycle riders 15 to 20 years old involved in fatal crashes had the highest speeding involvement at 56% in 2024.

· Of the 2,125 motorcycle riders who died in single-vehicle crashes in 2024, 40% were alcohol-impaired.

· Motorcycle helmet use increased among motorcycle riders from 66.5% in 2022 to 73.8.5% in 2023. Similarly, among motorcycle riders with passengers, helmet use increased 58.3% in 2022 and 72.3% in 2023.

May is a great opportunity to include and increase motorcycle safety across all platforms, for both motorcyclists and drivers. To keep everyone safe, we urge drivers and motorcyclists to share the road and be alert, and we're reminding motorcyclists to make themselves visible, to use DOT-compliant motorcycle helmets, and to always ride sober.

05/01/2026

🚔Anderson Police Department - DUI Enforcement Recognition🚔

The Anderson Police Department was honored to receive the Nominee Award for MADD’s DUI Enforcement Hero Agency of the Year, recognizing our commitment to impaired driving enforcement and traffic safety.

In 2025, officers made 40 DUI arrests, including one felony DUI, and conducted high-visibility patrols and checkpoints during statewide enforcement campaigns. These efforts, supported by funding from the Office of Highway Safety, contributed to a 25% reduction in traffic collisions in the City of Anderson. The department also focused on underage drinking with alcohol compliance checks, along with advanced training.

Sergeant Joe Jarrell was named a DUI Enforcement Hero of the Year Nominee from MADD. Sergeant Jarrell also received the Traffic Collision Reconstruction certification in 2025 from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy, reflecting his dedication and professionalism.

We appreciate our community’s continued support in keeping Anderson’s roads safe.

04/30/2026

🎉 A huge THANK YOU to everyone who made our "Cops Working for Peanuts" fundraiser a massive success! Your support helped raise vital funds for Area 14 - Anderson County SC Special Olympics. We couldn't have done it without you.

Thank you to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers' Association, Anderson County Sheriff's Office SC, and the South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 10 Anderson, SC.

Special thanks to Logan's Roadhouse for being such an amazing host and supporting this event. 🙏 Wishing all the athletes the best of luck as they compete in the Special Olympics Games! 🏅

04/25/2026