Dillon County Sheriff Passed Away Unexpectedly

Douglas Pernell served as sheriff since 2021 and worked in law enforcement for over 30 years.

On Monday night, Dillon County Sheriff Douglas Pernell died unexpectedly.

Pernell died at his home and no apparent cause of death has been revealed at this time.

There was no signs of trauma and an autopsy is scheduled.

Pernell served as sheriff since 2021 and worked in law enforcement for over 30 years.