Three South Carolina deputies reportedly turned themselves in to the Chesterfield County Jail on Monday on charges of a series of prank calls in which they claimed to have found a dead body in the state.
The Chesterfield County Jail announced that sheriff's Deputy Sergeant Justin Reichard, Deputy Constable Darian Roseau, and Deputy Constable Killian Loughlin were charged with unlawful conduct, participation in a criminal conspiracy, and breach of peace. Queen City News announced. report. The charges are the result of an investigation by the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) that revealed a series of five alleged prank calls made to police stations and convenience stores in Cheraw, Chesterfield, McBee, and Pageland that were used by the suspect. Officials said it was determined that the number was connected. I informed the store.
“Deputies are on duty; [Reichard, Roseau and Loflin] Knownly reported 5 hoax emergencies…These hoax reports were called to convenience stores or local law enforcement agencies, and call recipients were notified of the location of the “dead body”…The hoax calls led to law enforcement and others being called. emergency situation was responded to immediately. SLED agent Ashley D. Anderson argued in the organization's case. billing documents.
Chesterfield County Sheriff Kumbo Streeter, who asked SLED to investigate, said: refused to respond In response to questions about whether the alleged perpetrator has been formally suspended, Judy Barr posted on Twitter on February 13th: However, officials said the sheriff has suspended the suspects, according to Queen City News. The indictment refers to them as “former Chesterfield County deputies.” (Related: Report: Police surround Billie Eilish's home after prank call)
All three suspects were released on non-cash bail pending trial, Queen City News reported.If convicted of conspiracy, the defendant will face 5 years The conspiracy charge carries a felony penalty of imprisonment and $5,000. The newspaper said the defendants face up to one year in jail for the unlawful act and up to 30 days and $500 in jail for the breach of peace charge.
