The bill, S. 564, is a concurrent resolution introduced in the South Carolina General Assembly to honor and recognize the bravery of four law enforcement officers: Chief Deputy J. Chase Iseman from the Lee County Sheriff's Office, Lance Corporal Gene Mike Norris from the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, and Special Agents Neal Nelson and Spencer Pumphrey from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division. These officers were awarded the 2024 South Carolina Sheriffs' Association Medal of Valor for their courageous actions during a critical incident involving the shooting of a McBee police officer and the subsequent pursuit of the suspect.
The resolution details the events of September 19-20, 2024, when the officers responded to a situation involving a suspect who had shot a police officer and was armed with a rifle. Their quick response and decisive actions during a dangerous exchange of gunfire ultimately prevented further tragedy. The resolution expresses the South Carolina General Assembly's deep appreciation for the officers' dedication to duty and their commitment to protecting the citizens of South Carolina. A copy of the resolution will be presented to each of the honored officers.