Tragedy Strikes Local Law Enforcement: Dive Team Member Dies During Underwater Training Session In a devastating incident, Master Deputy Jillian Olson, a 29-year-old member of the Lexington County Sheriff's Department's dive team, lost her life during an underwater training session on Lake Murray. The experienced deputy, who had been part of the team since 2024, had logged over 100 hours of underwater time, a testament to her skill and dedication to her role. The incident is a somber reminder of the risks that law enforcement officers face in the line of duty, even in training exercises. As the department mourns the loss of a valued member, an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Olson's death is underway to determine the cause of the tragedy.
Master Deputy Jillian Olson, 29, died in an underwater training session on Lake Murray, the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department said. A member of the department's dive team since 2024, Olson had spent more than 100 hours underwater, according to officials.
