SC trooper dies after being struck in vehicle while on duty
The Greenville Trooper who was on duty in his patrol vehicle when it was struck overnight has died.
Trooper Daniel K. Rebman, 31, died Tuesday from injuries sustained in the crash, according to the South Carolina Department of Public Safety.
“It is with deep regret that SCDPS announces that Gville Tpr. Daniel K. Rebman died today following a collision,” the SCDPS wrote in a post on Twitter.
It is with deep regret that SCDPS announces that Gville Tpr. Daniel K. Rebman died today following a collision. pic.twitter.com/UQISVJjoqS
— SCDPS (@SCDPS_PIO) October 24, 2017
Rebman was stationary in his Patrol vehicle in the emergency lane of I-385 near Bridges Road when his Ford Taurus Patrol car was struck from behind by a pick-up truck around 12:23 a.m., according to the SCDPS.
Rebman was transported to Greenville Memorial Hospital, where he succumbed to multiple injuries sustained in the collision, the SCDPS said.
“It is impossible to put into words how deeply saddened we are by the loss of one of our own in the line-of-duty today,” SCDPS Director Leroy Smith said in a news release. “This is a devastating loss for Trooper Rebman’s family, our agency, the law enforcement community and the State of South Carolina. This young trooper died a hero working to protect and serve his community and state.”
Rebman joined South Carolina Highway Patrol in September 2016. The Orlando, Fla. native began his career in Troop Six/Charleston/Berkeley before being transferred to Troop Three/Greenville.
“Trooper Rebman had only been on the road as a trooper for about a year, but he had developed close bonds with troopers through his work as a dispatcher and time on the road,” SCHP Commander Col. Chris Williamson said in a news release. “He was well-loved and this loss is felt acutely throughout our ranks. We ask for continued prayer for his family and for the troopers of Troop 3 who worked alongside him.”
The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the collision and will release details of the collision.
The last time a SCDPS officer died in the line of duty was in 2010, when Cpl. D. Kevin Cusack was killed in a motor vehicle collision in Lancaster County.
Rebman is survived by his wife, Michelle, three young daughters and his parents, Daniel and Theresa Rebman of Georgia, as well as a sister and extended family.
Condolences from other law enforcement and first responder agencies began pouring in as soon as the SCDPS announced Rebman died.
Our prayers are with our fallen brother, Trooper Daniel Rebman, his family & the SCHP. #RestInPeace https://t.co/6uXZFM8URt
— RCSD (@RCSD) October 24, 2017
#TheCFD offers its condolences to the family Tropper Daniel K. Rebman & to his fellow brothers & sisters of @SCDPS_PIO #EOW 10/24/17 #RIP pic.twitter.com/ZrhDcC6leH
— Columbia Fire (@ColaFire) October 24, 2017
CPD sends prayers and condolences to the SCDPS family.
— Columbia Police Dept (@ColumbiaPDSC) October 24, 2017
The SCDPS family extends its deepest sympathies to the family of Trooper Daniel Keith Rebman upon his line-of-duty death. pic.twitter.com/Lx5FLuwN5N
— SCDPS (@SCDPS_PIO) October 24, 2017
SCHP Trooper Daniel Rebman has died. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/FPFrblxPNd
— Bill Ellis (@EllisWSSL) October 24, 2017
Our hearts are heavy at the news that South Carolina Highway Patrol Trooper Daniel Rebman has died from injuries suffered on the job. #gvlpd pic.twitter.com/Z8NM4fZiNb
— Greenville SC Police (@GvlPD) October 24, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Tpr. Daniel K. Rebman and @SCHP_Troop3. Rest easy sir, we have the watch from here.
— Corporal Todd (@STP_CRO) October 24, 2017
Condolences to the @SCDPS_PIO family & the family of Trooper Daniel Rebman. Always BOLO for emergency responders on roadways pic.twitter.com/jdsI3ajvse
— @CountyofLexington (@CountyLex) October 24, 2017
Sorry to hear that SC Highway Patrol Trooper Daniel Rebman reached the end of his watch today. Please be careful and mindful on the road.
— Randy Martin (@martinrandyd) October 24, 2017
END OF WATCH: October 24th, 2017. Daniel Rebman #schighwaypatrol #leowife pic.twitter.com/WPxHDSqAnP
— allison hiott (@allihiott) October 24, 2017
@AGAlanWilson We are all upset about the fatal accident that killed Trpr. Daniel Rebman in Greenville. Pls keep his family in your prayers
— SC Attorney General (@SCAttyGenOffice) October 24, 2017
So sad I am so sorry!! Sending my prayers and hugs to both families! Heartbreaking...Thank you Trooper Daniel K. Rebman for being you pic.twitter.com/9Qpn7x3nEd
— Deb Giese (@debra_giese) October 24, 2017
RIP Trooper Daniel K. Rebman https://t.co/AxsPnu4Y9U
— Fred Cunningham (@fredontv) October 24, 2017
RIP Trooper Daniel Rebman.. you are the 51st SC State Trooper to pay the ultimate sacrifice, today we mourn for our brother. pic.twitter.com/I5AsQG52NP
— Chris Wolfe (@ChrisWolfeSC) October 24, 2017
Sending thoughts and prayers for the family of Trooper Daniel Rebman, and the entire law… https://t.co/30hWCO1WY3
— Chick-fil-A Taylors (@cfataylors) October 24, 2017
Our condolences go out the family of Trooper Daniel Rebman of Greenville County who was struck by a pick up truck this afternoon. #LivePD pic.twitter.com/EOo0Dleda7
— LivePDNation (@LivePDNation) October 24, 2017
Our condolences to the family, friends, & The South Carolina Highway Patrol on the #LODD of Trooper Daniel K. Rebman https://t.co/8fEfSsHHVD pic.twitter.com/QRgz4k8ePX
— Dearborn Police (@DearbornPolice) October 24, 2017
Always remember: Trooper Daniel K. Rebman, South Carolina Highway Patrol, South Carolina https://t.co/lhVuG0xzv3 pic.twitter.com/VdTTLaWO9v
— BLUE LIVES MATTER (@BLUETTRAIN) October 24, 2017
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Trooper Daniel Rebman. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family & the SCHP. pic.twitter.com/c5SWk0f0F1
— Greer, SC Police (@GreerPolice) October 24, 2017
North Augusta Public Safety reports the passing of Greenville County Trooper Daniel Keith Rebman. pic.twitter.com/doIH6WU2dh
— NA Public Safety (@NorthAugustaDPS) October 24, 2017
Memorial fund
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Assistance Program (SCLEAP) has established an account in honor of Trooper Rebman.
You may make a gift to support his wife and three small children at any First Citizens Branch in South Carolina, North Carolina or Georgia.
Make checks payable to: LECSC – Trooper Keith Rebman Memorial Fund. You may also make an online gift through a GoFundMe account: https://www.gofundme.com/trooper-daniel-rebman.
Source: South Carolina Department of Public Safety
This story was originally published October 24, 2017 at 4:09 PM with the headline "SC trooper dies after being struck in vehicle while on duty."