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Deputy Suspended After Pointing Gun at Teenagers

10/1/2025

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Summary

Story summary

An off-duty Beaufort County deputy was suspended after a video showed him pointing a gun at teenagers on September 28, 2025, at 6:47 p.m.
He has been stripped of his badge, credentials, and issued weapons.
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is conducting a parallel investigation for potential criminal violations.

History

Historical Context

The Rodney King incident in 1991 ignited national outrage over police brutality, leading to widespread protests and calls for reform. The ongoing investigation by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division into a Beaufort County deputy's actions reflects a continued demand for accountability in policing, particularly regarding youth interactions, emphasizing the need for systemic change in law enforcement practices.

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Story summary

An off-duty Beaufort County deputy was suspended after a video showed him pointing a gun at teenagers on September 28, 2025, at 6:47 p.m.
He has been stripped of his badge, credentials, and issued weapons.
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is conducting a parallel investigation for potential criminal violations.

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