Deputy Sheriff Devin Mason Remembered After Tragic Line-of-Duty Death in South Carolina

DARLINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — The law enforcement community across South Carolina is mourning the loss of Deputy Sheriff Frank “Devin” Mason, who tragically died in the line of duty on July 1, 2025. Deputy Mason served with the Darlington County Sheriff’s Office for just seven months.

According to an official statement shared by federal agencies, including the FBI, Deputy Mason’s End of Watch occurred Monday. The details of the incident leading to his death have not yet been publicly released, but support and condolences have poured in from across the state and nation.

“The FBI sends our prayers and condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues he leaves behind. We will offer our full support,” the agency stated on social media.

A Short But Honorable Service

Deputy Mason, a young officer early in his career, leaves behind a fiancée, a 2-month-old son, his mother, and stepfather. Despite his brief tenure in law enforcement, colleagues described him as a committed and honorable deputy who served with distinction.

The sheriff’s office noted that Mason had embraced the call to protect and serve and had quickly built bonds of trust with residents and fellow deputies alike.

Community in Mourning

In Darlington County and beyond, tributes to Mason’s service continue to grow. Law enforcement agencies across the Southeast are honoring his sacrifice, sharing his name and badge in memorial posts and promising support for his grieving family.

Flags outside sheriff’s departments have been lowered to half-staff, and officers are reportedly organizing a memorial procession in the coming days.

“We will not forget Deputy Mason’s service or the family he leaves behind. He made the ultimate sacrifice in the name of public safety,” said one law enforcement spokesperson.

A Legacy of Duty and Sacrifice

Mason’s death underscores the daily dangers faced by law enforcement officers across the country — especially young deputies new to the field.

The Darlington County Sheriff’s Office has not yet released information about funeral arrangements, but local and state officials have confirmed plans to honor Mason with full line-of-duty recognition.

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