Marlboro County E-911 Dispatch

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.

06/10/2026

Please be aware and contact 911 if you see these subjects.

‼️🚨UPDATE - BOTH SUSPECTS HAVE BEEN APPREHENDED 🚨‼️

‼️Update # 4‼️ The Marlboro County Sheriff's Office is continuing its search for two escaped suspects and has enlisted the assistance of the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) dog team and aviation unit. The individuals were recently spotted by law enforcement near Brushy Bay and Florence Street. We advise residents to remain indoors and secure their doors. If you encounter the individuals, please contact 911 immediately.

‼️Update #3‼️
The ground search and drone operations for the two individuals who walked away from AMI have been suspended for the night due to recent fires in the area, which created hotspots that hindered drone operations and made the search more challenging. The two individuals are from Hartsville and Estill, SC. We will continue conducting roving patrols in the area tonight and will coordinate with AMI and the Department of Juvenile Justice to apprehend the individuals. If you feel unsafe or require our assistance in checking your area, please contact 911 immediately.

- Chief Deputy Larry Turner

‼️Update #2‼️
You will notice an increased law enforcement presence due to a vehicle pursuit related to an unrelated incident involving Bennettsville PD, which concluded near the search scene for the escaped individuals. The suspect from the vehicle pursuit has been apprehended.

‼️Update‼️
The Darlington County Sheriff Office drone team is now assisting with the escape.

Residents of the Marlboro Road area of Bennetsville may observe an increased presence of deputies. A search operation is currently underway for two juveniles who have walked off from AMI Kids. As a precautionary measure, please ensure that your vehicles are secured and your doors are locked on your residence. The individuals in question are described as Jerry Cotton a black male juvenile. Cotton is approximately 5’06” tall, weighs approximately 130 pounds, has black hair and brown eyes, and was last seen wearing black jogging pants, a white t-shirt, and slide-style sandals.

Alan Jarrell is a white male juvenile. Jarrell was last seen wearing gray jogging pants, a white t-shirt, and black slide-style sandals. If you encounter anyone matching this description, please contact 911 immediately. It is essential to exercise caution and refrain from approaching these individuals. Updates will be provided to the public as necessary.

06/10/2026

‼️🚨UPDATE - BOTH SUSPECTS HAVE BEEN APPREHENDED 🚨‼️

‼️Update # 4‼️ The Marlboro County Sheriff's Office is continuing its search for two escaped suspects and has enlisted the assistance of the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) dog team and aviation unit. The individuals were recently spotted by law enforcement near Brushy Bay and Florence Street. We advise residents to remain indoors and secure their doors. If you encounter the individuals, please contact 911 immediately.

‼️Update #3‼️
The ground search and drone operations for the two individuals who walked away from AMI have been suspended for the night due to recent fires in the area, which created hotspots that hindered drone operations and made the search more challenging. The two individuals are from Hartsville and Estill, SC. We will continue conducting roving patrols in the area tonight and will coordinate with AMI and the Department of Juvenile Justice to apprehend the individuals. If you feel unsafe or require our assistance in checking your area, please contact 911 immediately.

- Chief Deputy Larry Turner

‼️Update #2‼️
You will notice an increased law enforcement presence due to a vehicle pursuit related to an unrelated incident involving Bennettsville PD, which concluded near the search scene for the escaped individuals. The suspect from the vehicle pursuit has been apprehended.

‼️Update‼️
The Darlington County Sheriff Office drone team is now assisting with the escape.

Residents of the Marlboro Road area of Bennetsville may observe an increased presence of deputies. A search operation is currently underway for two juveniles who have walked off from AMI Kids. As a precautionary measure, please ensure that your vehicles are secured and your doors are locked on your residence. The individuals in question are described as Jerry Cotton a black male juvenile. Cotton is approximately 5’06” tall, weighs approximately 130 pounds, has black hair and brown eyes, and was last seen wearing black jogging pants, a white t-shirt, and slide-style sandals.

Alan Jarrell is a white male juvenile. Jarrell was last seen wearing gray jogging pants, a white t-shirt, and black slide-style sandals. If you encounter anyone matching this description, please contact 911 immediately. It is essential to exercise caution and refrain from approaching these individuals. Updates will be provided to the public as necessary.

05/30/2026

We would like to congratulate the Class of 2026 on their accomplishments and graduation today. We wish you the best of luck in all of your future endeavors.