ABC NewsVideoLiveShowsShopLog InStream onSouth Carolina deputy killed in what sheriff says was an ambushA deputy has been killed in an ambush while attempting to arrest a suspect.ByThe Associated PressJuly 1, 2025, 12:38 PM1:11This undated photo released by the Darlington County Sheriff's Office shows Darlington County Deputy Devin Mason. (Darlington County Sheriff's Office via AP)The Associated PressLAMAR, S.C. -- A deputy trying to arrest a suspect in a South Carolina home was ambushed, shot and killed early Tuesday while a second officer was hurt, authorities said.The suspect in the shooting was also killed, the Darlington County Sheriff's Office said.Deputy Devin Mason and the second officer were inside a home near Lamar around 1:30 a.m. when they were attacked, the sheriff's office said in a statement, without providing additional details.Mason died, while the second officer, whose name was not immediately released, was in the hospital in stable condition, authorities said.Cameron Ray Dennett, 25, also was killed in the shooting. He was wanted for criminal conspiracy, forgery and a computer crime and was not allowed to have a gun, deputies said.A 28-year-old woman facing similar charges was taken into custody and was not hurt, investigators said,Mason, 27, graduated from the state's criminal justice academy three months ago and had just finished field training last week, Darlington County Sheriff Michael August said in a statement.“In his time with us, he demonstrated unwavering dedication, integrity, and professionalism,” August said, “Deputy Mason served the people of Darlington County with heart and honor. Though his time with us was far too short, his impact will not be forgotten.”The State Law Enforcement Division was investigating the shooting.Mason is the first police officer in South Carolina shot and killed in the line of duty in more than three years.Related TopicsPolice ShotGun ViolenceSponsored Content by TaboolaPopular ReadsTrump says he'll 'look' at deporting Musk as feud reignitesJul 1, 11:07 AMWhat could happen to Sean 'Diddy' Combs' wealth? Experts weigh in.Jul 1, 5:37 PM'Opposite of what we wanted': Idaho victim's dad slams Kohberger plea dealJul 1, 8:01 PMWoman arrested for allegedly leaving 100 cats in a U-HaulJul 1, 4:33 PMABC News Live24/7 coverage of breaking news and live eventsABC News NetworkPrivacy PolicyYour US State Privacy RightsChildren's Online Privacy PolicyInterest-Based AdsAbout Nielsen MeasurementTerms of UseDo Not Sell or Share My Personal InformationContact Us © 2025 ABC News, A deputy in South Carolina has been killed in an ambush while attempting to arrest a suspect. Authorities say Darlington County deputy Devin Mason and another officer were attacked inside a home near Lamar around 1:30 a.m., LAMAR, S.C. (WBTV) - A deputy was killed and a suspect is dead after a reported ambush in South Carolina Tuesday morning, according to the sheriff. Devin Mason, 27, was identified as the deputy .