Former Hanahan Police Sergeant Terminated, Arrested in Summerville

Authorities investigating incident involving ex-officer with Goose Creek Police Department history

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

A former Hanahan police sergeant was fired after her recent arrest in Summerville on a firearm charge, and investigators are still clarifying what happened. The ex-officer had previously worked for the Goose Creek Police Department for 3.5 years before moving to Hanahan, where she was recently honored as Officer of the Year.

Why it matters

This case raises questions about oversight and accountability for law enforcement officers, especially those with a history of prior incidents or disciplinary actions. It also highlights the need for consistent policies and procedures across different police departments when it comes to hiring, training, and monitoring officers.

The details

According to reports, the former Hanahan police sergeant, whose name has not been released, was arrested in Summerville on a charge related to a firearm. The specific details of the incident are still under investigation, but the sergeant has since been terminated from the Hanahan Police Department. Prior to her time in Hanahan, she had worked for the Goose Creek Police Department for 3.5 years, where she was recognized as Officer of the Year before moving to the neighboring department.

  • The former Hanahan police sergeant was recently arrested in Summerville on a firearm charge.
  • She had previously worked for the Goose Creek Police Department for 3.5 years before moving to Hanahan.

The players

Former Hanahan Police Sergeant

A former police officer who was recently terminated from the Hanahan Police Department following an arrest in Summerville on a firearm charge.

Goose Creek Police Department

The police department where the former Hanahan sergeant worked for 3.5 years before moving to the Hanahan Police Department.

Hanahan Police Department

The police department that recently terminated the former sergeant following her arrest in Summerville.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What’s next

Investigators are still working to clarify the details of the incident that led to the former sergeant's arrest and termination.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for stronger oversight and accountability measures for law enforcement officers, especially those with a history of prior incidents or disciplinary actions. It also underscores the importance of consistent policies and procedures across different police departments when it comes to hiring, training, and monitoring officers.