The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is deeply saddened by the loss of Deputy Jacob Eric Salrin, who tragically passed away in a car accident while on duty. The 23-year-old deputy had recently joined RCSD in 2022 and had successfully completed his training at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy in January 2023. During his graduation, Deputy Salrin was recognized with the prestigious SCCJA Clifford Moyer Marksmanship Award. The department expressed their gratitude to the community for their support during this difficult time and stated that funeral arrangements will be announced soon. They also requested the community’s prayers as they navigate through this collective grief.
Deputy Jacob Eric Salrin’s untimely demise in a car accident while carrying out his duties has left the Richland County Sheriff’s Department in mourning. The 23-year-old deputy had a promising career ahead of him, having been hired by RCSD in 2022 and successfully completing his training at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy just a month prior to his passing. Deputy Salrin’s outstanding performance during his training was acknowledged with the SCCJA Clifford Moyer Marksmanship Award, a testament to his dedication and skill. The department expressed its gratitude to the community for their unwavering support and stated that further information regarding the funeral will be shared in the near future. They also requested the community to keep them in their prayers as they strive to cope with this immense loss together.
In a heart-wrenching Facebook post, the Richland County Sheriff’s Department announced the devastating news of Deputy Jacob Eric Salrin’s demise in a car accident. While on duty, the 23-year-old deputy lost his life in the line of duty. His recent appointment to RCSD in 2022 and subsequent graduation from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy in January 2023 showcased his dedication and commitment to serving and protecting the community. Deputy Salrin’s exceptional skills were recognized at his graduation with the SCCJA Clifford Moyer Marksmanship Award. The department expressed their heartfelt appreciation to the community for their support during this challenging time and reassured the public that details of the funeral will be shared when available. They also appealed for the community’s prayers as they struggle with the overwhelming grief caused by this tragic loss.