West Columbia Police Chief Marion Boyce

WCPD data for the month of September shows 47 vehicle crashes investigated

The West Columbia Police Department released crime and accident data for the month of September. The report showed that 47 vehicle collisions were investigated and 234 citations were issued. There were 498 traffic stops made. There were 24 DUI arrests made and three vehicle thefts. “Suspicious Person” was the top reason for a call to […]

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Project Lifesaver program of the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department to locate missing “at risk” children and adults with special needs

Project Lifesaver is a public safety program of the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department designed to locate missing “at risk” children and adults with special needs who wander. Using the technology of Project Lifesaver, LCSD can track and locate individuals who wander from their homes or health care facilities. When you enroll your loved one in […]

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58 vehicle collisions in West Columbia in August, see where the accident hotspot is

The West Columbia Police Department received 3,677 Calls for Service in August. There were 470 incident reports written, 142 arrests and 738 Traffic Stops made. (Click here to see all stats) There were 58 vehicle collisions, 230 citations written and 40 DUI arrests. Dreher Road at Augusta Road was deemed an accident Hotspot by the […]

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West Columbia Police Officer Lance Wampler recognized as “Officer as the Quarter”

West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles, WCPD Police Chief Marion Boyce, and Mayor Pro Tem Mickey Pringle presented PFC Lance Wampler as Officer of the Quarter at the West Columbia City Council Meeting, Tuesday. Boyce said throughout the quarter, Officer Wampler has demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and a strong sense of responsibility throughout a recent assignment outside […]

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West Columbia Police Officers’ Foundation Golf Tournament is Nov. 7 – Register Now

The 11th Annual West Columbia Police Officers’ Foundation Golf Tournament is Friday, Nov. 7, at Charwood Golf Club! All proceeds assist with additional equipment and help officers and their families in the event of an emergency. Registration link bit.ly/WCPOF2025

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Lexington Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Distribution of Meth, Repeat Gun Charge

Curtis Hill, III, 36, of Columbia, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to drug conspiracy and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. Evidence obtained in the investigation revealed that on three different occasions, Hill sold methamphetamine to confidential sources. On one of these occasions, […]

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West Columbia Police department releases data for June

The West Columbia Police department released data for June. You can see the report if you Click Here: According to the report, there were: 3085 service calls 106 arrests 575 traffic stops 27 DUIs 66 collisions 224 citations 364 warnings 247 suspicious person reports

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West Columbia Police Officer Pierceton Trotter recognized as Officer of the Quarter at the West Columbia City Council Meeting, Tuesday

West Columbia Police Chief Chief Boyce presented Officer Pierceton Trotter as the Officer of the Quarter at the West Columbia City Council Meeting, Tuesday, for his exemplary service since joining the West Columbia Police Department. Boyce said Trotter has established himself as a confident and dependable officer that does not shy away from unpleasant tasks. […]

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