Capt. Scott Eubanks has experienced many assignments at CCSO - from detention deputy to traffic fatality investigator. But his current post as head of CCSO's Office of Professional Standards is one of the most critical in the agency's mission to maintain the public's trust. From in-depth investigations to a computer system for tracking and identify…

Do you think it’s hard to hold down a civilian job while being deployed as a military reservist? Not so at the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office. Lt. Jason Cain of CCSO’s Intelligence Unit has been deployed five times, but CCSO’s support of National Guardsmen like him and other reservists assures them that they’ll have a solid career to return to.…

It takes a small miracle every day for the team at the Al Cannon Detention Center to keep the facility secure. From battling contraband to ensuring residents have secure visitation access, Capt. E.C. Luke discusses the Security Division’s immense responsibilities — all in this episode of The Beat podcast, a conversation about the Charleston County …

It takes many expert law enforcement officers in various roles to make an effective SWAT team. Capt. Fletcher Ferguson says reality may not be like the drama of television - it may actually be more interesting. At the end of the day, the CCSO SWAT team's goal is for everyone to get out safely. Find out more about the rigorous tryout and training re…

Capt. Emma Salters started her law enforcement career in dispatch. Turns out, communication was exactly the skill needed to succeed in her next step: as a detention deputy at CCSO. It was the right fit for her. Is it for you? Learn what it takes in this episode of The Beat podcast, a conversation about the Charleston County Sheriff's Office and our…

The flood of costumes and candy is nearing! As such, we’ve got Chief Deputy Patrick Morris on the show to talk about safety tips for kids, adults and motorists for 🎃 Halloween 🎃 which is just a few weeks away. In addition, watch our host, Oshia Alford, debate the chief deputy on the moderation of candy 🤔 and attempt to extract 🧐the location of his …

The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office Underwater Recovery Team (U.R.T.) is responsible for more than 90 miles of coastline as they respond to various emergency, safety and investigative missions. Lt. Chad Barton, who is the dive team commander, sits down with us to talk about what it takes to be part of the team and the important work they do to k…

In the summer of 2002, police were called to a gas station in Charleston County after customers reported that the clerk was nowhere to be found. Responding deputies investigated and found the body of Franklin Caddell, who had been fatally stabbed during a robbery at the business. Detective Barry Goldstein talks about the progress of the case and ho…

It was a tough week for law enforcement in South Carolina with the shooting of a Charleston County deputy, the killing of a SLED K-9 and the death of a deputy in Richland County. Sheriff Kristin Graziano talks about the search of a suspect which led to Master Deputy James Gilbreath’s shooting injury and the shooting death of K-9 Rico, along with th…

Illiteracy is a nationwide problem that affects children and adults, and it’s something that’s not going to disappear any time soon. The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office has been working to help reduce those numbers locally by bringing literacy to residents at the Juvenile Detention Center and the Detention Center. Recently, the Sheriff’s Office …

As head of the Processing Division, Capt. Kieviet Driskell oversees the initial stages of a person's stay at the Detention Center. This includes critical searches for contraband and initial screenings to ensure detainees' needs or security accommodations are met. It's just the latest step of a career that has seen her occupy most every role at the …

A new mental health unit will be opening at the Charleston County jail. The Restoration unit is a partnership between the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office and the South Carolina Department of Mental Health to aid residents who suffer from a mental health disorder and provide them with more treatment options. CCSO Mental Health Director William Ma…

Cyberbullying is an issue Deputy John Adams is seeing more frequently at schools. As a school resource officer at Camp Road Middle School, he has taught classes on the topic, which can lead to some serious consequences for offenders. Adams talks about what kids can do if they find themselves the victims of cyberbullying and the signs adults can pic…

It’s been more than five years since 43-year-old Tina Diana Snipes was last seen on Edisto Island. Detective Barry Goldstein joins us on this episode to talk about the last time she was seen, where the investigation stands now and who to contact if you have any information on the case. He also gives insight on how detectives at the sheriff’s office…

A tropical storm watch has been issued for Charleston County after Idalia strengthened to a hurricane in the Gulf of Mexico this morning. The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office is watching the system as the Lowcountry is expected to feel its effects, including lots of rain, on Wednesday. Chief Deputy Fletcher King is advising residents to be prepar…

As school is starting back up again throughout the Lowcountry, our school resource officers are working hard to keep your kids safe. Chief Deputy Patrick Morris talks in detail about who your SROs are and the important relationship they have between themselves, the students and the community. Morris is also warning residents about a scam you need t…

The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office recently held a historic ceremony at the Detention Center where eleven residents received degrees, including the first ever female resident at the center to receive one. Sheriff Kristin Graziano talks about the residents’ great accomplishment as well as the opening of a new education unit, which already has do…

William Malcolm is CCSO’s mental health director, a position created a year ago that is intended to help people leaving the Detention Center gain access to resources that can help prevent them from being re-arrested. He also visits people in the community who have frequent contact with deputies. His goal is to limit the need for future law enforcem…

A career as a detention deputy is a challenge, says Capt. E.C. Luke of the Al Cannon Detention Center. With deputies largely outnumbered, the task is a great responsibility. That challenge has been building for many years, but with strides in recruitment, it’s looking up. Luke talks about the challenge of this rewarding career in this episode of Th…

Community meetings are an opportunity to meet deputies who patrol your neighborhoods and to learn more about their work to make Charleston County a safer place. It's also a chance to meet Sheriff Kristin Graziano, who attends many of them. She discusses the effort and pays tribute to a fallen Newberry police officer - all in this episode of The Bea…

Family Community Coordinator Aesperita Pinckney of the Charleston County Juvenile Detention Center has been working for the past year to engage youths and inspire them to achieve goals beyond the walls of the facility. Along with programs designed to mentor teens and equip them with knowledge and skills, Pinckney works to link their families with m…

Can you believe it's almost back-to-school time already? CCSO is participating in several back-to-school events throughout August. Sheriff Kristin Graziano tells us how to attend and how to help out - all in this episode of The Beat podcast, a conversation about the Charleston County Sheriff's Office and our beautiful South Carolina community.RESOU…

The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office saw its 11th traffic fatality investigation over the weekend, putting the agency on a pace that could surpass last year’s toll from deadly collisions. Sheriff Kristin Graziano is urging motorists to take their time, pay attention and enjoy the summer responsibly. Also, learn about how you can sign up to be a p…

Deputies in CCSO's Marine Patrol Unit have a different sort of patrol vehicle: a boat - 11 of them, to be exact. From interceptors and small boats to landing craft and airboats, the team has the modern equipment and advanced skill to get the job done when the job involves the water. Find out more about the exciting world of water-borne law enforcem…

Telephone callers are victimizing people with loved ones in jail, trying to trick them into paying money for bail through cellphone apps or prepaid debit cards. They're impersonating CCSO members, hoping to capitalize on victims' fears. CCSO Chief Deputy Fletcher King explains that law enforcement will never do this, and he gives tips for how to re…

Sgt. Charles Sebban of CCSO's Traffic Services Unit takes his job seriously: whether it's a resident complaining about speeders in a neighborhood or an intricate reconstruction of a fatal crash. That's because lives are at stake, he said. To learn more about the technical expertise required of Sebban's mission to root out bad drivers from Charlesto…

The Beat is back! Join Charleston County Sheriff Kristin Graziano and host Oshia Alford as they discuss our plans for a revamped podcast. The sheriff and other CCSO leaders will join the show every Monday to discuss current topics or cases that need attention. So please follow along with us on The Beat, a conversation about the Charleston County Sh…

Ten residents of the Al Cannon Detention Center who are participating in the Elite Tech program discuss their own transformation and make a case for expanding education and job-centered programming to help others in jail break the cycle of recidivism. "Everyone is being true to themselves. Everyone is finding that 'it' factor that caused them to do…

At one point in his life, one Detention Center resident thought lasting change was unattainable. "This time, it feels real. I can say with confidence, God willing, I'm not going to have to take this class again." He was one of six residents who described finding purpose from participating in programs through which they can earn a GED or college cre…

Project Lifesaver has its name for a reason: It saves lives. CCSO’s Bureau of Community Engagement invites families with loved ones who have a tendency to wander to sign up for the program that uses tracking technology to quickly find individuals if they go missing. It’s ideal for people with dementia or autism; they wear a bracelet or necklace tha…

Dr. DaNine Fleming was one of several community members who started Taking Back Our Village in response to disturbing gun violence and a need to build closer ties with law enforcement. That blossomed into a movement that has lasted for seven years and includes a large annual community get-together in Lincolnville that joins dozens of sheriff’s depu…

Lt. Christian Covington of CCSO's Training Division is the agency's top firearms instructor who has helped deputies get up to speed on South Carolina's new open carry firearms law. Join us as he talks about what the law means for residents and business owners in Charleston County, all on this episode of The Beat with Radia B, a conversation about t…

From hanging out in the barbershop to listening to patients in his office, North Charleston physician Dr. Thaddeus John Bell has heard many excuses from people avoiding the COVID-19 vaccine. But he also sees the toll that the pandemic is taking on the community, particularly on people of color. Join him as he discusses the push for vaccination and …

South Carolina ranks 11th nationally for the number of women killed by men. While that statistic has improved in recent years, domestic violence remains a troublesome issue here. During this Domestic Violence Awareness Month, CCSO Victim Advocates April Ford and Daniela Diaz discuss how they work to assist domestic violence victims and link them wi…

Capt. Jim Woods, who leads CCSO's Traffic Bureau, has worked hurricanes as a law enforcement officer in Charleston County since the 1970s. From traffic contraflow and evacuation procedures to Sheriff's Office response protocols, Woods is our resident expert on tropical cyclones. Join him as he gives tips for staying prepared through the remainder o…

Welcome to The Beat with Radia B, a conversation about the Charleston County Sheriff's Office and our community. In our first episode, host Radia Baxter interviews Charleston County Sheriff Kristin Graziano, the first woman elected sheriff in South Carolina. Did you know she started buying and selling houses at an early age? That she competed inter…