Deputy Shot And Killed During “Ambush” In Darlington Co.

27-year-old Deputy Devin Mason died from the injuries he sustained.

We now have additional information on a deputy involved shooting in Darlington County.

Around 1:30am on Tuesday two deputies were “ambushed” inside a mobile home on Old Timers Court near Lamar.

They were on the scene to search for someone wanted on conspiracy and forgery charges when they were met with gunfire.

27-year-old Deputy Devin Mason died from the injuries he sustained.

The second deputy involved was injured and has been released from the hospital. Their identity has not been released at this time.

The suspect in the shooting was identified as Cameron Dennett. Kristen Porter was also at the scene and charged with criminal conspiracy and forgery.