Bennettsville Police Department

Story

The Department is currently comprised of 34 sworn officers and 4 civilian staff. The Department has many resources and specialized personnel at its disposal and is headed by Chief Kevin Miller. The Department prides itself on Community Policing and in providing the best services possible for the protection of the citizens of Bennettsville and its visitors.

The Police Department provides patrol services to all parts of the city, responds to calls for police service, conducts investigations in response to reported crimes, emphasizes narcotics enforcement, generates and maintains records of all reported crimes and police related incidents, provides emergency response to major accidents, civic disorders and other public emergencies, provides community crime prevention services and conducts the City’s animal control program.

The Police Department operates under the concepts of Community Oriented Policing with major emphasis on Problem Solving philosophy. Each Officer is empowered with the authority to make decisions and judgments, which positively impact crime and quality of life issues in matters requiring police involvement. Services are provided from a headquarters building on Main Street, a downtown substation located on Broad Street, and a substation located on King Street.

Bennettsville Police Department Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Bennettsville Police Department to enhance the quality of service we offer to every citizen to ensure the public trust, moreover, build positive relationships which are forged in trust. Our continuous commitment towards excellence and professionalism is to reduce crime, fear and provide a safe environment for all who work, visit, and live within the City of Bennettsville.

Mission

The Bennettsville Police Department is an organization that is value driven, Officers are committed to excellence and professionalism and will partner with the citizens of Bennettsville to make it a better place to live, work and visit.