SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCBD) – After what police called a record-setting year for homicides in 2024, Summerville police say they have not responded to a single homicide so far in 2025.
“So far in 2025 we’re proud to say that we have had zero homicides,” said Deputy Chief Chris Hirsch. “It’s a great trend, and this is what we love seeing.”
According to Hirsch, the department has been fully staffed for the past eight months — and that has allowed officers to take a more proactive approach to violent crime…