Greenville County, S.C., August 23, 2025
News Summary
The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office recently engaged in two significant shooting incidents, one during a traffic stop and another stemming from a domestic violence situation. Investigations are underway, with concerns raised about police use of force. The incidents highlight the department’s history of fatal shootings, with a rising trend in 2024 and projections for increased occurrences in 2025.
Greenville County, S.C. – Recent Deputy Involvement in Two Shooting Incidents
The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office has been involved in two shooting incidents recently that have drawn significant public attention. One incident occurred during a traffic stop this past weekend, and another involved a domestic violence situation in April. Both incidents have led to investigations and raised questions about police use of force in the county.
On Friday night at approximately 10:15 p.m., deputies responded to a scene at the Spring Grove Apartments in Taylors, S.C. While details regarding this incident are still emerging, two individuals were seen being detained by deputies in the parking lot. The circumstances surrounding this detainment have yet to be disclosed.
Earlier in the weekend, deputies arrested 37-year-old Brian Jenkins during a traffic stop due to an incorrect license plate. During the encounter, Jenkins allegedly ingested several ounces of fentanyl while resisting arrest, leading to him becoming unresponsive. Law enforcement transported him to a local hospital after administering Narcan to counteract the effects of the drug. Additional illegal items were found in Jenkins’ vehicle, but specific details about these items have not been revealed. After his arrest, Jenkins was hit with multiple charges, leading to a total bond amount set at $38,350.
Drawing attention from a broader perspective, in April and May of this year, the Sheriff’s Office was involved in two separate shootings. In one incident, deputies shot and injured Terry Eugene Rhodes Jr., who had been wanted for alleged domestic violence and had threatened to use a handgun. Body camera footage reportedly shows a deputy pursuing Rhodes and firing a shot that struck him in the back during his attempt to flee. Although Rhodes survived, he now faces charges of resisting arrest and unlawful possession of a firearm, with a handgun recovered at the scene.
In a more severe incident involving a domestic disturbance, deputies fired multiple shots into a home, leading to the death of James Daniel Webster Jr.. The situation escalated after his girlfriend reported that he had brandished a firearm during an argument. Upon entering the residence, law enforcement exchanged dialogue with Webster, who was located behind a wall. Believing that Webster posed an imminent threat, deputies discharged a total of 16 rounds into the home, resulting in fatal injuries to Webster.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the force used in both encounters was justified based on the circumstances surrounding each incident. Following the events, the South Carolina State Law Enforcement Division has launched an investigation to assess the appropriateness of the deputies’ actions.
The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office has gained notoriety for recording the highest number of fatal police shootings in South Carolina. Reports from 2024 indicated five individuals were shot and killed by the agency — the highest total since 2010. Projections suggest that this number could be exceeded in 2025. The Sheriff’s Office has implemented a policy to release selected body camera footage 45 days after any law enforcement-related shooting, though this is not mandated by state law.
Summary of Recent Incidents
| Incident | Date | Result | Charges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Stop – Brian Jenkins | Recent weekend | Arrest after drug ingestion | Multiple charges, bail $38,350 |
| Shooting – Terry Eugene Rhodes Jr. | April | Injured | Resisting arrest, unlawful possession of a firearm |
| Shooting – James Daniel Webster Jr. | April | Fatality | N/A |
FAQ
What happened during the recent traffic stop involving Brian Jenkins?
During the traffic stop due to an incorrect license plate, Jenkins ingested fentanyl while resisting arrest, which rendered him unresponsive. He was subsequently treated with Narcan and taken to the hospital.
What led to the shootings involving Terry Eugene Rhodes Jr. and James Daniel Webster Jr.?
Rhodes was wanted for domestic violence and threatened to use a gun. Webster was reported to have pulled a gun during an argument leading to law enforcement’s response, which resulted in a shooting.
How does the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office handle officer-involved shootings?
The Sheriff’s Office conducts an internal investigation and allows for a review of body camera footage 45 days after incidents, even though it is not mandated by state law.
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Additional Resources
- Fox Carolina: Man Ingests Fentanyl During Traffic Stop
- Wikipedia: Fentanyl
- Post and Courier: Greenville County Sheriff Deadly Shootings
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Police
- WYFF4: Taylors Vape Shop Armed Robbery
- Google News: Greenville County Sheriff
- Fox Carolina: Deputies Take Person of Interest into Custody
- Google Search: Shootings in Greenville County
- ABC News 4: Wife of Tennessee Murder Suspect Charged
- Google Scholar: Police Shootings in the US
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