Marlboro County E-911 Dispatch

09/22/2026

Please join us in wishing a Happy Birthday to our dispatchers with a birthday this month!!!

09/22/2026

09/09/2026

A MESSAGE FROM CHIEF SAMMY CROSLAND

I want to take a moment to speak directly to the people of Bennettsville about a scam that has been brought to our attention. An individual is using my name and falsely representing himself as me in an attempt to convince citizens to send money.

I want to be very clear: neither I nor any member of the Bennettsville Police Department will ever demand money from you in exchange for dropping criminal charges, avoiding arrest, resolving a warrant, or handling any other criminal matter.

If someone contacts you claiming to be me, one of our officers, or a representative of this department and asks you to send money, purchase gift cards, transfer funds, or make any type of payment, please do not do it. Hang up and contact us directly so the information can be verified.

Bennettsville Police Department Office:
843-479-3620

Non-Emergency Dispatch:
843-479-9999

Scammers often rely on fear, pressure, and urgency. They want people to react quickly before they have time to stop, think, and ask questions. Please do not allow anyone to pressure or intimidate you into giving away your hard-earned money.

I will also say this personally: it is troubling to know that someone would use my name, or the trust associated with this department, to take advantage of people in our community. We work hard every day to earn and maintain that trust, and I do not take it lightly.

If something does not seem right, call us. We would much rather spend a few minutes helping someone verify a situation than see one of our citizens become a victim.

Please share this information with your family, friends, neighbors, and especially anyone who may be more vulnerable to this type of scam.

Take care of one another, stay alert, and when in doubt, contact us directly.

Chief Sammy Crosland
Bennettsville Police Department

07/20/2026

ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE ⛔️

The hill at the intersection of Marlboro and Market Street (Hospital Hill) is temporarily closed in response to a water leak and sinkhole. Crews are working diligently to reopen this route as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding.

07/13/2026

ROAD CLOSED ⛔️

As of today, Monday, July 13, 2026, the SC-9 (Cheraw Street) bridge over Crooked Creek is officially closed for replacement and is expected to remain closed until June 2027.

Please use the posted detour via West Main Street, Broad Street, Highway 15-401 Bypass, and Cottingham Boulevard. Expect delays and allow extra travel time.

07/13/2026

DETOUR BEGINS TODAY!!! Stay aware.

*****ANNOUNCEMENT*****

Citizens or Marlboro County please be aware that CHERAW STREET at the BRIDGE over Crooked Creek will be CLOSED beginning on JULY 13,2026 and will remain closed for approximately a year as the bridge is repaired.

Please be mindful of this closure and use detours posted.

07/08/2026

*****ANNOUNCEMENT*****

Citizens or Marlboro County please be aware that CHERAW STREET at the BRIDGE over Crooked Creek will be CLOSED beginning on JULY 13,2026 and will remain closed for approximately a year as the bridge is repaired.

Please be mindful of this closure and use detours posted.

07/02/2026

As we approach the 4th of July weekend please keep these few tips in mind. Remember to use 911 for emergencies only.

06/19/2026

Update: at this time all power should be restored.

We have received multiple reports of power outages in the area of Darby St/ Wells St/ Usher St/ Walters St area. We have also notified Bennettsville City Utilities so they can begin the restoration process.

06/19/2026

The Dillon Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Steve Allen Mason, Jr. of Marion, South Carolina, who is wanted in connection with an incident that occurred on June 18, 2026, within the city limits of Dillon.

Mason currently has an active warrant for the following charge
- Pointing and Presenting a firearm.

Mason is believed to be armed and dangerous. Anyone who sees Mason or knows his whereabouts is advised not to approach him and to contact law enforcement immediately.

This case remains under active investigation. Additional information will be released as it becomes available. All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in the court of law.

Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Dillon Police Department at (843) 774-0051, the Dillon County E-911 non-emergency number at (843) 841-3707, or the Dillon Police Department Anonymous Tip Line at (843) 774-0051, Ext. 800. Information may be provided anonymously.