Community Update

Driver Crashes Car into Irmo Creek

The crash happened on North Royal Tower Drive in the Friarsgate neighborhood.

Report: Robber Steals $1,000 From Irmo Dollar Tree

Police say a man dressed in black stole the nightly deposit bag from an employee at the store.

Deputies Charge 3 in Shoplifting Ring at Sporting Goods Store

The two women and one man are accused of stealing equipment from the store and returning the stolen items for refunds.

Report: Police Find Crack Cocaine in Irmo Man's Car

Police arrested Elsey after pulling him over for erratic driving on Dutch Fork Road.

Irmo Fire District Celebrates 50th Anniversary Saturday

The Irmo Fire District is holding a public celebration event Saturday at the station.

Community Update

Irmo Crime Map (June 3-24, 2013)

The incidents on this map were reported to the Irmo Police Department between June 3 and 24.

Lexington Doctor Charged with Felony DUI Faces More Charges

A Lexington man charged in the death of an Irmo pedestrian is now facing additional charges, according to a report.

Irmo Police Investigate Burglaries in New Friarsgate Neighborhood

The burglaries all occurred during the daytime when homeowners were away.

Community Update

Deputies: More Than $800 in Electronics Stolen from Truck

Deputies say someone broke into a truck in Chapin and stole a phone, a camera and other electronics.

Chapin Police Seek Gun-Wielding Man

Anyone with information about the man in the photos should call Crimestoppers.

Deputies Raise $6,000 for Honor Flight

Driver Charged in Wreck That Killed Deputy, Wife

The 26-year-old who was driving the SUV that hit a Richland County Sheriff's Deputy and his wife is charged with driving under suspension.

Coroner: Chapin Woman Drowns in Lake Murray

A Chapin woman was found dead in Lake Murray Friday morning.

Richland County Deputy, Wife Die in Saluda County Crash

The officer and his wife were riding on a motorcycle in Saluda County when they were hit by an SUV.

Lexington County Mug Shots: June 17, 2013

Brett Parker's Federal Gambling Trial Postponed

The trial was moved back to September.

Lexington County Mug Shots: June 14, 2013

The following mug shots were provided to Patch by the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.

Lexington County Mug Shots: June 13, 2013

The following mug shots were provided to Patch by the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.

Deputies Arrest 1, Search for 2 Others After Chase on I-26

A 52-year-old man fled from deputies Wednesday afternoon after they tried to initiate a traffic stop near Irmo, according to the Richland County Sheriff's Department.

Lexington County Mug Shots: June 12, 2013

The following mug shots were provided to Patch by the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.

Brett Parker to Appeal Murder Convictions

The Irmo man convicted of double murder will use a public defender in the appeal process, according to reports.

Lexington County Mug Shots: June 10, 2013

The following mug shots were provided to Patch by the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.

Lexington County Mug Shots: June 8, 2013

The following mug shots were provided to Patch by the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.

Lexington County Mug Shots: June 6, 2013

The following mug shots were provided to Patch by the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.

Woman Wanted for Using Stolen Debit, Credit Cards

Irmo Police say the woman is involved in a string of car break-ins and is withdrawing money from bank accounts using stolen credit cards.

Report: Man Stole AC Unit, Beer From Irmo Walmart

The 43-year-old man was arrested Sunday at the Walmart on Dutch Fork Road.

Man Charged with Firing Gun in Mall Parking Lot

The 25-year-old man was arrested after police say he fired shots at Columbiana Centre. A 24-year-old was also arrested and charged with drunkenness.

Lexington County Mug Shots: June 3, 2013

The following mug shots were provided to Patch by the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.

Coroner Identifies Motorcycle Driver Who Died in Wreck on Chapin Road

The motorcyclist was a 32-year-old Columbia man.

Lexington County Mug Shots: June 1, 2013

The following mug shots were provided to Patch by the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.

Motorcycle Driver Dies in Wreck on Chapin Road

The crash happend around 4:35 p.m. Saturday.

Lexington County Mug Shots: May 30, 2013

The following mug shots were provided to Patch by the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.

Report: Man Survives Crash After Guardrail Skewers His Car

The man was not seriously injured.

Sheriff: Man Killed Preschool Son's Puppy

The 6-month-old Labrador was found Tuesday in the laundry closet outside at the man's apartment, according to the sheriff's department.

Lexington County Mug Shots: May 28, 2013

The following mug shots were provided to Patch by the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.

Brett Parker Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murder

The three-week trial ended Tuesday.

Lexington County Mug Shots: May 26, 2013

The following mug shots were provided to Patch by the Lexington County Sheriff's Department.