News Summary
Bryson Shane Hannon, a 22-year-old man, was arrested following a police chase that began in Spartanburg County and ended near USC-Upstate. Hannon faced multiple charges, including domestic violence. Law enforcement agencies, including the Wellford and Duncan Police, collaborated to locate and apprehend Hannon after he fled on foot following a vehicle crash. The incident prompted a shelter-in-place order at the campus, although no injuries were reported. Concerns about public safety and domestic violence have arisen from this event.
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Bryson Shane Hannon, a 22-year-old man, was apprehended in Greenville County on Tuesday after eluding law enforcement during a police chase that took place over the weekend in Spartanburg County. Hannon was wanted on charges of domestic violence when the chase commenced, drawing significant attention from authorities.
The police pursuit began on Saturday, ultimately leading to a shelter-in-place order being issued for the USC-Upstate campus due to safety concerns. The chase ended when Hannon crashed his vehicle near the university on Valley Falls Road. Following the crash, he fled the scene on foot, resulting in a large-scale search effort by law enforcement agencies.
Hannon was located and arrested near the intersection of Watkins Bridge and Sulphur Springs Roads in Greenville County. Alongside the charge of domestic violence, he faces additional charges, including possession of a stolen vehicle and failure to stop for blue lights during the chase. Following his arrest, a judge set Hannon’s bond at $10,000 on Wednesday morning.
Details of the Incident
During the chase, Hannon was reported to have fled from law enforcement when approached at a gas station, prompting police to give chase. Witnesses to the ordeal described the situation as alarming, noting Hannon emerged with his hands raised during his eventual capture.
After his vehicle crash and subsequent flight on foot, Hannon was booked into a local detention center in Spartanburg County just before 1:45 a.m. Saturday. However, he was released from custody later that evening around 10:30 p.m. before being captured again in Greenville County days later.
Local law enforcement agencies, including the Wellford Police and Duncan Police, played a significant role in Hannon’s capture after he was initially spotted at the gas station. Their collaborative efforts were pivotal in safely bringing the situation to a close.
Safety Measures and Campus Response
The USC Upstate Police Department acted swiftly during the incident by issuing an alert to ensure the safety of all students, faculty, and staff on campus. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries among the university community during the incident.
Clarification on Reports
Initial reports from the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office suggested that Hannon might have had information related to a local murder. However, this claim was later corrected, clarifying that it was not the case.
The events surrounding Bryson Shane Hannon’s arrest have raised concerns about public safety and the serious issue of domestic violence in the community. As authorities continue to navigate the situation, the focus remains on ensuring safety and justice for those affected.
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Additional Resources
- WSPA: Chase Ends in Crash Involving Deputy in Spartanburg Co.
- Wikipedia: Police Chase
- Fox Carolina: Search Underway for Greenville Man Who Led Police Chase
- Google Search: Greenville Police Chase
- WYFF: Upstate Murder Investigation Turns into Police Chase and Arrest
- Google Scholar: Domestic Violence
- Fox Carolina: Suspect Arrested After Chase Puts USC Upstate Shelter in Place
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Public Safety
- WYFF: Search Underway in Greenville Co.
- Google News: Domestic Violence Spartanburg
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