Mauldin Police Blotter: Sept. 20-24

Reported crimes in Mauldin.

UPDATE: Spartanburg Soldier Charged in Death of Hiccuping Soldier

Spc. Patrick Edward Myers of Spartanburg apparently pointed a gun at the victim's head to scare him and stop the hiccups.

Report: Mauldin Road Wreck Injures Three

Wreck ties up traffic for hours.

Mauldin Police Blotter: Sept. 17-19

Reported crimes in Mauldin.

Mauldin Elementary Goes on Lockdown

Potential threat from a parent prompts action from school and local authorities.

Wreck Slowing Traffic Near I-385

The wreck is at mile marker 30 which is near the I-185 interchange.

UPDATE: Escaped Inmate in Mauldin Captured

Christopher Smith, who escaped from a work-release program at Mauldin's Public Works Department on Wednesday, was captured Monday evening.

Police: Rep. Trey Gowdy Had No Ties to Pistol-Wielding Woman

Gloria Brackett was charged with unlawful carrying of a pistol and pointing and presenting a firearm, though more charges are possible.

Deputies Cleared in Shooting Death

The victim, who had shot another deputy in the leg, was a suspect in a rape report later determined to be false and wanted on charges in Greenwood County.

Only One Perished On S.C. Roadways Over Holiday Weekend

But more than 200 DUI arrests were made by the South Carolina Highway Patrol as they cracked down on dangerous driving during the Labor Day weekend.

Crews Respond to Mauldin Apartment Fire

No injuries in small blaze at Gleneagle Apartments Saturday afternoon.

State Troopers, Transport Police to Blitz Roadways for Labor Day Weekend

Beginning Friday, law enforcement will saturate the state for the start of the busy holiday travel weekend.

GCSO Deputy Cleared in Shooting Death

After an internal investigation, Sheriff Steve Loftis clears deputy in the shooting death of a suicidal man who threatened deputies in an incident earlier this month.

Mauldin Man Sentenced in Ohio Traffic Death

Wreck claimed the life of a 72-year-old woman.

Simpsonville Police Make Arrest in Autobreakings

Eric John Haggstrom has been charged with 20 counts of autobreaking, six counts of petit larceny and one count of burglary first degree.

Nine Died On S.C. Roads This Past Weekend

This brings the 2012 total to 500 deaths since the first of the year. Greenville County's rate is second-highest in the state.

GCSO Targets Alleged Internet Gambling Establishments

Sheriff Loftis announced Thursday his department had seized machines from three establishments in an undercover sting operation.

Simpsonville Police Seeking Help Identifying Suspect in Autobreakings

Officers said anyone with information should call Simpsonville Police Department at 967-9536 or Crime Stoppers at 23-CRIME.

UPDATE: Tips Trickle in After Dinwiddie Image Released

Has the release of an age-progression photo fueled the tip line for the whereabouts of Dail Dinwiddie?

Loftis: A Day Unlike Any Other

One deputy shot, and two suspects killed in separate incidents just hours apart. Sheriff Steve Loftis said Monday was unlike any day he's seen in his long law enforcement career.

A Rash of Auto Break-ins

GCSO reports 10 auto break-ins in the past few days in Simpsonville area.

Deputy Kills Suicidal Man

A 50-year-old man died Monday morning after being shot by a deputy.

Woman Who Embezzled $500K from Hospitality Association to Be Sentenced

Rachel Duncan, the former accountant for the S.C. Hospitality Association, will be sentenced Tuesday.

After Temple Shootings, Are 'Hate' Groups a SC Concern?

There are 27 such groups operating in South Carolina, according to the Southern Poverty Law Center. Many are in the Upstate.

Mauldin Man Killed on I-85

Man struck by truck along the freeway Tuesday night.

Photos: Mauldin Celebrates 'National Night Out'

Hundreds gather at Mauldin City Hall for food, fun, and community fellowship.

Simpsonville Man Pleads Guilty to Armed Bank Robbery

Robert Keith Owens, a former S.C. state trooper, faces a possible 25 years in prison for Hendersonville, N.C. heist.

GCSO Seeking Armed Robber

Woman robbed at gunpoint while waiting for ride on Mauldin Road.

Celebrate 'National Night Out' Tuesday Night.

Mauldin Police Department will hold free, fun event at City Hall Tuesday evening.

GCSO Investigating Simpsonville Burglary

Thief allegedly makes off with nearly $21,000 worth of valuables from a residence.

GCSO: Multiple Vehicle Break-ins Reported

All of the break-ins occurred on the same Simpsonville street.

Five Arrested on Drug, Prostitution Charges

Two men and three women face charges after their arrest at a local motel.

Two Upstate Men Arrested on Methamphetamine Charges

Authorities uncover clandestine meth lab in Fountain Inn home.

Local Reaction to Colorado Movie Theater Shooting

NYPD to increase presence at theaters. Local theaters decline comment, instead referring to corporate office.

Hartwell Woman Killed in I-85 Crash

Troopers said the woman ran off the right side of the interstate and hit a pole.

Update: SWAT Team Standoff Ends Without Incident

Standoff with "barricaded suspect," and fears of a hostage situation, ends without incident.

Wrecks on Woodruff Road

Stay tuned to Patch for more details.

GCSO Seeking Identity of Safecracking Suspect

Unidentified man attempted to break into a Wells Fargo ATM.

Toddler Shoots Himself With ACSO Deputy's Gun

SLED investigating death.

Heat Possible Cause in Death of Easley Woman

Temperatures above 100 throughout region causing health and safety issues.