The Terrence F. Carraway Foundation

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10/04/2026

Eight years later, we still remember. 🖤

On October 3, 2018, seven law enforcement officers were shot while serving our community. Sgt. Terrence Carraway and Investigator Farrah Turner lost their lives as a result of the attack.

Today, we honor their lives, their service and their sacrifice. We remember every member of the Florence 7, their families, their fellow officers and a community forever changed by that day.

Eight years may have passed, but their courage and legacy have not been forgotten.

Their service is remembered. Their sacrifice is honored. Their legacy lives on.

10/03/2026

Sergeant Terrence F. Carraway
Florence Police Department
End of Watch: October 3, 2018

Terrence Felipe Carraway was born in Florence to Delores “Sabra” Carraway Onwuka.
Terrence was an all-around athlete and graduated from Mayo High School in Darlington County, in June 1984.

He joined the Florence Police Department on October 28, 1987, and graduated from the Criminal Justice Academy with Basic Class #218, on November 11, 1988. He earned many awards during his rise to the rank of Sergeant at the Florence Police Department, including the Medal of Valor, Police Officer of the Year, and the “Hometown Hero” award.

He married Allison Greene on September 16, 1989.
He also served in the Air Force Reserve for 23 years as a Technical Sergeant/Security Forces Journeyman with the 315th Security Forces Squadron at the Charleston Air Force Base. In 2002, Sgt. Carraway was named “NCO of the Year World Wide,” the first African American Airman ever awarded that honor, and he was also selected as one of the Twelve Outstanding Airmen of 2002.
Sergeant Carraway was very active in his community, coaching Little League sports in Darlington for over 25 years. He assisted in establishing the Police Athletic League in Florence, mentored kids at the Boys & Girls Club of the P*e Dee, and served as an assistant football coach at Darlington High School. Sgt. Carraway served the Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church as a member of the Usher’s Ministry, the Male Choir, the Young Adult Choir, and the Youth Ministry.

On October 3, 2018, Deputies from the Florence Sheriff’s Office were ambushed by a gunman with a r***e, as they attempted to serve a search warrant in an upscale local neighborhood. Learning that officers had been shot, Sergeant Carraway responded to the scene. Upon arrival, he disregarded the barrage of r***e fire as he attempted to rescue two injured officers. As he ran to the aid of the officers, Sergeant Carraway was struck by gunfire. He died at the scene as a result of his injuries. During the almost two-hour exchange of gunfire, seven officers were shot, including Sgt. Carraway and Florence County Deputy Farah Turner, who later died from her injuries. The two suspects were also shot and injured.

Funeral services were conducted at the Florence Center on Monday, October 8th. Hundreds of law enforcement officers from across the state attended the services and Sergeant Carraway was buried in Florence Memorial Gardens. Sgt. Carraway was survived by his wife, Allison, his two sons, Terrence Rashad Carraway and Tislam Larenzo Blathers, his three brothers, and his sister.

Sergeant Terrence F. Carraway was inducted into the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame on May 1, 2019, never to be forgotten.

Frederick T. Hopkins, Jr. was charged with Capital Murder in the deaths of Sergeant Terrence Carraway and Deputy Farah Turner. Following several years of motions and challenges, Hopkins pleaded guilty to shooting and killing Sgt. Carraway, and Investigator Turner, and the wounding of the other five officers. The plea agreement removed the death penalty and on October 19, 2023, Hopkins was sentenced to life in prison on the two counts of murder, and 30 years each on the five attempted murder charges, all to be served consecutively.

10/03/2026

Florence County First Steps pauses to remember and honor the life and legacy of Florence County Sheriff’s Office Investigator Farrah Turner, who was tragically shot in the line of duty on October 3, 2018.

For Florence County First Steps, Farrah was much more than a law enforcement officer. She was a trusted community partner, a fierce advocate for children, and someone who shared our commitment to protecting and strengthening children and families throughout Florence County.

For me personally, Farrah was like a daughter, sorority sister, and someone I had the privilege of knowing beyond her badge. I knew her heart, her passion for helping others, and the genuine love she had for children and our community. When you personally know someone who has given so much of herself in service to others, remembering her is not simply about recognizing how she died. It is about honoring how she lived.

Farrah served with courage, compassion, strength, and purpose. Her work touched countless lives, particularly children and families who needed someone willing to stand up, speak out, and protect them.

Eight years later, her impact is still felt.

On behalf of Florence County First Steps, our staff, board, and the families we serve, we continue to honor Farrah’s life and the legacy she left behind. We also remember her mother, Katie Godwin, family, friends, fellow officers, colleagues, and everyone whose lives were forever changed by the events of October 3, 2018.

We extend our continued appreciation to the men and women of the Florence County Sheriff’s Office and all of our local law enforcement officers who put themselves in harm’s way to protect our community.

Farrah, your service mattered. Your friendship mattered. Your life mattered.

Your commitment to protecting children and serving this community will never be forgotten. Your legacy continues through every person who carries forward the work of protecting, advocating for, and caring for our children.

We remember you. We honor you. We miss you. 💙

10/03/2026

At this hour, we pause. 🖤

Eight years ago today, an ordinary October afternoon became a moment that forever changed Florence.

We pause to remember the Florence 7, to honor Sgt. Terrence Carraway and Investigator Farrah Turner, and to recognize the officers, families, colleagues and community whose lives were forever impacted.

For this moment, we simply remember.

Florence remembers. We will never forget.

10/03/2026

Florence remembers fallen, wounded officers 8 years after mass shooting

Eight years after a mass shooting that killed two law enforcement officers and wounded five others, the Florence community is remembering the lives lost and forever changed on October 3, 2018.

The Florence Police Department marked the anniversary Saturday with a message honoring the officers, first responders and community members impacted by the tragedy.
“We will forever remember the lives lost, those who were injured, and the many lives forever impacted by the events of October 3, 2018,” the department said in a Facebook post.
The department also honored the courage, sacrifice and strength shown by law enforcement officers, first responders and the community during what it described as an unimaginable time.
“We are and remain incredibly proud of the resilience and strength of the City of Florence Police Department,” the post said. “We honor and support our men and women in blue today and every day, and we will never forget those whose lives were forever changed.”
Seven law enforcement officers were shot Oct. 3, 2018, while responding to a home on Vintage Place in Florence County.
Florence Police Sgt. Terrence Carraway and Florence County Sheriff's Investigator Farrah Turner died from their injuries.
Five other officers survived the shooting: Florence County sheriff's investigators Sarah Miller, Arie Davis and Travis Scott, and Florence police officers Brian Hart and Scott Williamson.
The shooting began as Florence County sheriff's deputies attempted to serve a search warrant at the home of Frederick Hopkins. Deputies said Hopkins opened fire on officers from inside the home, leading to a lengthy standoff.
Carraway, a longtime Florence police officer, was killed while responding to help deputies who were already under fire.
Turner was critically wounded and died 19 days later.
The tragedy prompted an outpouring of support for law enforcement across Florence County and the P*e Dee and led to an annual tradition honoring the officers who became known as the Florence 7.
Florence County Council designated Oct. 3 as Heroes Day in 2019 to honor the officers.
The anniversary was also recognized Friday during the eighth annual Florence County Heroes Luncheon, which brings law enforcement officers from across Florence County and surrounding communities together for a meal and recognition.
Turner's mother, Katie Godwin, along with her daughter, son, siblings and other relatives, sponsors the luncheon each year. The family says the event is intended to remember Carraway and Turner while also showing appreciation for officers who continue serving their communities.
“Today means a lot to our family. It’s a way to honor my late niece, Investigator Farrah Turner,” Turner's aunt, Linda Weaver, said during Friday's luncheon.
Godwin said remembering her daughter also means remembering Carraway and the other officers impacted that day.
“I can't remember Farrah without remembering Sgt. Carraway on that day,” Godwin said.
Florence County Chief Deputy Tommy Sullivan said he remains grateful to Turner's family for continuing to honor first responders each year.
Eight years after one of the darkest days in Florence County law enforcement history, the community continues to remember Carraway and Turner, the five officers who survived and the many others whose lives were forever changed.
Hopkins was convicted in 2023 on charges stemming from the shooting and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.

Hopkins died back in April.