Charleston County Sheriff’s Office, South Carolina
End of Watch: Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Master Deputy Sheriff Michael Hendricks was killed in a crash on Ladson Road between Highway 78 and Lincolnville Road around 11:25 a.m.
Master Deputy Hendricks was traveling west and collided with a tractor-trailer heading east. His patrol truck burst into flames.
Master Deputy Hendricks had served with the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office for over three years. Survivors include his wife, three sons, two stepchildren, mother, father, brother, and grandmother.
Master Deputy Sheriff Hendricks was posthumously promoted to Master Deputy Sheriff.