Aiken County Deputy Fired Over Alleged Claim for Off-Duty Work
A deputy in Aiken County, South Carolina, has been fired after allegedly claiming pay for an off-duty job he did not show up for.
Augusta Aiken, GA, October 14, 2026 —
A deputy in Aiken County, South Carolina, has been fired after allegedly claiming pay for an off-duty job he did not attend, according to the information provided. No further details about the circumstances of the alleged claim were available.
The deputy’s name, the date of the firing and the agency that employed the deputy were not provided. The information also does not identify the off-duty job, who was responsible for paying for it or how the alleged claim came to light.
It was not clear whether the deputy has responded to the allegation, whether an investigation was conducted or whether any formal findings were made. No information was provided about possible criminal or administrative proceedings, or whether the firing may be appealed.
The amount of pay at issue was not stated. The available account also does not say when the alleged missed shift occurred or whether the deputy had previously worked in the off-duty role.
The stated outcome is that the deputy was fired. Beyond that, the information provided does not describe any action by county officials, law enforcement or other parties. It also does not indicate whether the deputy’s employment status is subject to further review.
Because the details are limited, the allegation should be distinguished from any established finding. The information provided does not include documents, statements from officials or the deputy, or other material that would clarify the basis for the firing.
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