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South Carolina deputy shot and killed in what sheriff says was an ambush

DARLINGTON COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA, JUL 2 – Deputy Frank Devin Mason, 27, was killed responding to a call; suspect Cameron Ray Dennett was prohibited from firearms and had multiple active warrants, officials said.

  • Deputy Devin Mason, 27, was fatally shot in an ambush during a call response at a home in Darlington County early on Tuesday.
  • The ambush occurred after Mason and his partner attempted to arrest Cameron Ray Dennett, who had active warrants and was armed despite prohibitions.
  • Linda Perry Dennett, Cameron's 77-year-old mother, lied to deputies about her son's presence, which investigators say contributed to the deadly shooting.
  • Sheriff Michael August praised Deputy Mason for his commitment, honor, and professionalism during his service to the residents of Darlington County.
  • Mason's death marks the first Darlington officer-involved shooting in 2025 and the 28th statewide; SLED is investigating per policy, while a wounded deputy remains stable.
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The alleged attacker, Cameron Ray Dennett, 25, also died during the exchange of shots

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Winnipeg Free Press broke the news in Winnipeg, Canada on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
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