Deputies will practice social distancing on some calls to fight COVID-19 As the response to COVID-19 evolves, we’re committed to protecting the community against the illness. We’re following public health recommendations to limit close contact with others, whenever possible, as a way to slow the spread of the illness. Here’s how this guidance will affect […]
LEXINGTON, S.C. – The Lexington County Sheriff’s Foundation has honored 12 members of the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department. “We’re grateful for the support and resources the foundation provides to assist us in fulfilling our mission of serving and protecting the people of Lexington County,” Sheriff Jay Koon said. “Through its annual awards banquet, the foundation highlights its commitment to preserve the […]
LEXINGTON, S.C. – Jeremy Vetter, a lieutenant with the Lexington County Detention Center, recently graduated from the National Jail Leadership Command Academy. Vetter has served with the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department since 2004, with the last eight years in his current position. Vetter oversees many administrative responsibilities for the detention center, in addition to being the […]
LEXINGTON, S.C. – The man who oversees the daily operations of the Lexington County Detention Center for Sheriff Jay Koon has successfully completed requirements for a national corrections training program. Maj. Kevin Jones successfully completed the National Institute of Corrections’ Executive Excellence training program. “Kevin is a valuable leader in the detention center and a […]
