BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. — The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office released enforcement statistics Wednesday following enhanced marine patrol operations over the Memorial Day weekend. The initiative, which ran from Friday, May 23 through Sunday, May 25, focused on promoting water safety and ensuring compliance with boating laws across the county’s busiest waterways and boat landings.
Deputies with the marine patrol unit patrolled Lake Moultrie, the Cooper River, the Santee River, and other high-traffic areas. In addition to water patrols, deputies maintained a strong presence at public boat landings, conducting safety checks, monitoring for impaired operation, and managing boat launch and parking activity.
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“We’re proud to report a successful Memorial Day weekend with no major incidents,” said Sheriff Duane Lewis. “Our Marine Patrol deputies and boat landing enforcement teams did an outstanding job ensuring residents and visitors had a safe experience on the water.”
According to the sheriff’s office, deputies on the water issued two citations and 22 warnings. One vessel was towed. Deputies also recognized several juveniles for wearing life jackets, awarding them “safe boater” t-shirts as part of a public safety initiative.
On land, deputies issued 17 citations and 104 warnings at various boat landings. Two vehicles were towed for violations, and one individual was arrested for second-degree domestic violence.
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The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office expressed appreciation for the public’s cooperation and is encouraging boaters to continue practicing safe and responsible boating throughout the summer.
