Incidents like the one in Alabama and Warrenville, SC are why the Burke County Sheriff's Office just got some new resources to help combat crime... And possibly save lives. As of two weeks ago, Burke County deputies have an additional option to take down suspects and defend themselves.  This gun looks and sounds real, but instead of bullets, small beanbags are released when the trigger is pulled. Now, along with pepper spray, tasers and batons, law enforcement can use non-lethal guns during conflict.

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At its Nov. 13th meeting the Burke County Commission accepted new grants on behalf of the sheriff’s office totaling $247,190.92 for 2019. The grant funding will provide for assistance with salaries, vehicles, maintenance and other related needs of the sheriff ’s office thanks to the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety and the Waynesboro Housing Authority. Continue Reading →

At its Nov. 13th meeting the Burke County Commission accepted new grants on behalf of the sheriff’s office totaling $247,190.92 for 2019. The grant funding will provide for assistance with salaries, vehicles, maintenance and other related needs of the sheriff ’s office thanks to the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety and the Waynesboro Housing Authority. Continue Reading →

Deputies from the Burke County Sheriff’s Office will now receive emergency management response training as a way to fill the gap in an emergency response. Continue Reading →

Two people are behind bars after being stopped by investigators on Black Road in Sardis. Continue Reading →