News Summary
Ahmad Tyreek Cheeks, a 26-year-old former police officer in Spartanburg, faces charges of third-degree criminal sexual misconduct. The arrest follows an alleged incident involving a victim described as mentally incapacitated. Cheeks was terminated from the police force on the same day of his arrest and was released on a $20,000 bond. The case has drawn significant community concern regarding police accountability, particularly in handling vulnerable individuals. The prosecution is being managed by the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office, with an initial court date set for September.
Spartanburg, South Carolina – Ahmad Tyreek Cheeks, a 26-year-old former police officer in Spartanburg, was arrested on July 17, 2025, on charges of third-degree criminal sexual misconduct. The arrest follows an alleged incident from October 10, 2024, in which Cheeks reportedly engaged in a sexual act with a victim described as “mentally defective, mentally incapacitated, or physically helpless.” The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) conducted the arrest, which took place on the same day that Cheeks was terminated from the Spartanburg Police Department.
Upon his arrest, Cheeks was booked at the Spartanburg County Detention Center. He was later able to post a surety bond set at $20,000 and was released from custody the same day. As a condition of his release, Cheeks is required to wear a GPS monitoring device.
The case against Cheeks was initiated after the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office referred the investigation to SLED, emphasizing the seriousness of the allegations. The prosecution will be conducted by the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office, ensuring that the case is handled at a higher jurisdiction level. An initial court date for Cheeks has been scheduled for September 25, 2025.
The Spartanburg Police Department has stated that all inquiries related to the ongoing investigation will be directed to SLED, highlighting that they will not be providing additional comments while the case is still active. The nature of the charges against Cheeks raises significant concerns regarding the conduct expected of law enforcement officers, and the incident has attracted community attention.
Third-degree criminal sexual misconduct in South Carolina is a serious offense, which can involve various forms of sexual acts rendered through coercive means. The charge indicates that the alleged victim’s ability to consent was compromised due to mental incapacity or helplessness, which further intensifies the allegations against Cheeks.
As Cheeks awaits his initial court date, the implications of the case extend beyond personal consequences. It prompts discussions within the community on police accountability and the importance of safeguarding vulnerable individuals, especially in a position of trust like that of a police officer. This case represents a significant point of concern for community members who rely on law enforcement for protection and justice.
With ongoing investigation processes and legal proceedings ahead, the Spartanburg community is likely to remain attentive as developments unfold regarding this case. The legal system is set to address the charges that have arisen and evaluate the circumstances surrounding the alleged misconduct by an officer of the law.
As more information becomes available following the court date, it is expected that updates will shed further light on the proceedings and the outcomes of the case against Ahmad Tyreek Cheeks, a former member of the Spartanburg Police Department.
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