Deputy Fired After Domestic Violence Arrest | Charleston News

Charleston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 14, 2026 · 1m

A Dorchester County deputy was fired after being arrested for domestic violence — a messy, heated altercation with his partner that left both with injuries, damaged property, and raised questions about who started it. The fight erupted after a night out, escalated at home, and ended with both charged with second-degree domestic violence. Ankeny, a new hire, lost his badge, gun, and vehicle, while his partner — a government employee — was also arrested. Authorities are still reviewing surveillance footage to determine who was the primary aggressor. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…