Laurens County, October 25, 2025
News Summary
Laurens County has reported multiple arrests involving a variety of charges, including drug possession, theft, and driving-related offenses. Among those arrested are individuals charged with serious crimes such as possession of cocaine and distribution of methamphetamine. Local authorities emphasize ongoing efforts to address crime in the community as residents are urged to remain vigilant in light of these incidents.
Laurens County, SC – Multiple arrests have been reported in Laurens County, involving a range of charges, including drug possession, theft, and driving-related offenses. The arrest report, published on October 25, 2025, provides insights into various incidents leading to detentions within the county.
Tony Young from Gray Court has been charged with possession of cocaine, marking his first offense. Another individual, Jerrell Young from Enoree, faces charges for allowing animals to run at large and failing to meet evidence of rabies inoculation requirements.
In Ware Shoals, Jordan Williams has been arrested for failure to appear after a previous release on a felony charge. Christopher Jackson from Laurens is charged with driving under suspension for a license that is not suspended for DUI, also marking a first offense.
Shain Grant, also from Laurens, has been charged with grand larceny for theft valued between $2,000 and $10,000, as well as malicious injury to animals within a personal property context, causing damage valued at $2,000 or less. Steven Rowe II from Joanna was arrested for breach of peace (non-aggravated) and failure to appear after a misdemeanor release.
Additional arrests include James Ritter from Donalds for shoplifting worth $2,000 or less, while Christopher Hogan from Simpsonville is charged with failure to stop for blue light, also his first offense. In Clinton, Lauren Chesney faces charges for breach of peace (non-aggravated), and Bennie Tribble Jr. from Clinton was charged with contempt of Family Court by an adult.
Kissi Jones from Cross Hill was arrested on allegations of domestic violence in the first degree. Terence Hill from Laurens faces charges of driving under suspension for a DUI-related suspension, marking his first offense.
Josef Galligan, hailing from Gray Court, faces serious charges, including distribution of methamphetamine (his third or subsequent offense), criminal conspiracy, transportation or possession of stolen nonferrous metals, and grand larceny for theft valued between $2,000 and $10,000. He is also charged with malicious injury to telephone, telegraph, or electric utility system.
In Pelzer, Carla Burns has been charged with assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature. Juan Perez from Gray Court faces charges for driving under suspension with a license not suspended for DUI, while Ricky Owens from Laurens was arrested for violation of terms of probation, unlawful carrying of a pistol, reckless driving, possession, concealment, sale, or disposal of a stolen vehicle valued at $10,000 or more, and failure to stop for a blue light (without injury or death), marking a first offense.
Kara Hozeny from Mauldin faces charges of driving under suspension for a license not suspended for DUI and receiving stolen goods valued at $2,000 or less. Kendrick Boyd from Columbia has been arrested for forgery valued at less than $10,000 and for fraudulent check or stop payment greater than $1,000, marking his first offense.
This series of arrests highlights ongoing law enforcement efforts to tackle various criminal activities within Laurens County. Residents are urged to remain vigilant as authorities continue to address issues of drug-related offenses and property crimes.
FAQ
- What are the primary charges reported in the Laurens County arrests?
- Multiple arrests have been reported for charges including possession of cocaine, theft, driving under suspension, and domestic violence, among others.
- Who is charged with possession of cocaine?
- Tony Young from Gray Court has been charged with possession of cocaine, marking his first offense.
- What types of charges did Josef Galligan face?
- Josef Galligan faces charges including distribution of methamphetamine (3rd or subsequent offense), criminal conspiracy, transportation or possession of stolen nonferrous metals, grand larceny (value more than $2,000 but less than $10,000), and malicious injury to telephone, telegraph, or electric utility system.
- What is the status of Steven Rowe II’s charges?
- Steven Rowe II has been charged with breach of peace (non-aggravated) and failure to appear after a misdemeanor release.
Key Features of Arrests in Laurens County
| Name | Charges | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tony Young | Possession of cocaine | Gray Court |
| Jerrell Young | Animals running at large; Evidence of rabies inoculation requirements | Enoree |
| Jordan Williams | Failure to appear after felony release | Ware Shoals |
| Christopher Jackson | Driving under suspension | Laurens |
| Shain Grant | Grand larceny; Malicious injury to animals | Laurens |
| Josef Galligan | Distribution of methamphetamine; Criminal conspiracy; Grand larceny | Gray Court |
| Kissi Jones | Domestic violence, 1st degree | Cross Hill |
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Additional Resources
- Laurens County Arrest Report – October 24
- Wikipedia: Laurens County, South Carolina
- Laurens County Arrest Report – October 22
- Google Search: Laurens County Crime Report
- Laurens County Crime Report – October 23
- Google Scholar: Laurens County Criminal Charges
- Laurens County Arrest Report – October 19
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Crime Reporting
- Laurens County Arrest Report – October 20
- Google News: Laurens County Arrests
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