OCONEE COUNTY, S.C. — The law enforcement community is mourning the loss of Captain Steven Paul Henderson, a respected member of the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office, who tragically died in a head-on collision Thursday night in Walhalla. Henderson, 49, of Duncan, S.C., was riding his 2008 Harley-Davidson when the fatal incident occurred.
The Oconee County Coroner’s Office confirmed Friday morning that Henderson succumbed to injuries sustained in the crash. First responders were called to Highway 183 shortly after 8 p.m., where they found Henderson critically injured at the scene. Despite immediate emergency efforts, he was pronounced dead at the location.
According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, Henderson was traveling north when he collided head-on with a 2004 Chevrolet SUV traveling in the opposite direction. The driver of the SUV was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of their injuries. Their condition has not been released at this time.
Captain Henderson had a distinguished career with the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office, earning respect and admiration for his professionalism, leadership, and dedication to public safety. Colleagues remember him as a mentor, a steadfast leader, and a man deeply committed to protecting his community. His loss is being felt across the department and by the many lives he touched throughout his career.
“Captain Henderson was more than a colleague; he was family to all of us at the Sheriff’s Office,” said a representative of the department. “His service, leadership, and unwavering commitment to our community will never be forgotten. Our hearts go out to his family during this incredibly difficult time.”
The crash remains under active investigation by the SC Highway Patrol, who are examining the circumstances surrounding the collision. Authorities have urged witnesses or anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
Community members and fellow law enforcement officers are extending their condolences to Henderson’s family, friends, and the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office. Many have taken to social media to share memories of Captain Henderson, highlighting his generosity, sense of humor, and dedication to both his profession and his community.
Funeral and memorial arrangements are expected to be announced in the coming days. The Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office encourages anyone wishing to honor Captain Henderson to celebrate his life by supporting law enforcement initiatives or performing acts of kindness in the community he loved so dearly.
Captain Steven Paul Henderson’s passing is a profound loss to Oconee County, Spartanburg County, and the law enforcement community. His dedication to public service, leadership, and compassion for others leaves a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire those who knew him.
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