SC Correctional Officer Charged for Providing Contraband to Inmates

Kimberly Ann Christopher accused of using Cash App to send money to inmates at Turbeville Correctional Institution

Mar. 12, 2026 at 11:04am

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The South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) announced that Kimberly Ann Christopher, a 42-year-old correctional officer at Perry Correctional Institution, has been charged with providing contraband to inmates and misconduct in office. According to arrest warrants, from May 2024 through October 2025, Christopher allegedly used Cash App to send money to multiple inmates at Turbeville Correctional Institution at the request and direction of her husband, who was an inmate there.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing challenge of contraband smuggling in South Carolina's prison system, which can pose serious security risks and undermine rehabilitation efforts. It also raises questions about the oversight and accountability measures in place to prevent correctional officers from abusing their positions.

The details

Kimberly Ann Christopher, a 42-year-old correctional officer at Perry Correctional Institution in Greenville County, was charged with providing contraband to inmates and misconduct in office. According to the arrest warrants, from May 2024 through October 2025, Christopher allegedly used Cash App to send money to multiple inmates at Turbeville Correctional Institution at the request and direction of her husband, who was an inmate there.

  • Christopher was charged on March 12, 2026.
  • The alleged incidents occurred between May 2024 and October 2025.

The players

Kimberly Ann Christopher

A 42-year-old correctional officer at Perry Correctional Institution who was charged with providing contraband to inmates and misconduct in office.

South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC)

The state agency that announced the charges against Christopher and oversees the state's prison system.

Turbeville Correctional Institution

The prison where the inmates Christopher allegedly sent money to were incarcerated.

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What’s next

The case will now proceed through the criminal justice system, and the SCDC will likely review its policies and procedures to address the issue of contraband smuggling by correctional officers.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the South Carolina prison system in preventing the smuggling of contraband, which can undermine security and rehabilitation efforts. It also raises questions about the oversight and accountability measures in place to ensure correctional officers uphold their duties and responsibilities.