Former Deputy Charged With Voyeurism

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A former Newberry County Sheriff’s Deputy has been arrested by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).

Shawn Carnes was charged with first degree voyeurism for an incident, which happened while he was off duty.

The investigation was turned over to SLED after an official complaint was received. SLED has been investigating the case since it was conflicted to them. Prior to the decision to charge, Carnes left as an employee of the Sheriff’s Office and was on suspension and leave prior.

SLED is the agency of record in charge of the investigation, as per protocol, and will release further information. For more contact the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division.