LCSD

Woman arrested for arson, attempted murder

A Lexington County woman is facing charges after a fire destroyed a house on Rollingwood Drive. According to arrest warrants, Monica Lynn Calderwood, 29, set fire to a family member’s home late on Nov. 18 while she and three other individuals were inside. Calderwood has been charged with three counts of attempted murder and one […]

Holiday Shopping Tips

The leftovers are in the fridge and the stores are open for the holiday shopping season. “This time of year brings with it concerns for safety and security,” Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon said. “Big crowds and extended store hours create distractions that can make shoppers a prime target. It’s important to stay alert to […]

Suspicious fires prompt Gilbert alert

The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department is encouraging residents in a Gilbert neighborhood to be on alert after a string of suspicious fires this month. “Three suspicious fires have been reported to us in recent days and they’re all under investigation,” Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon said. “The first fire damaged a mailbox near West Drake. […]