Steven Ray Gambrell
Chief of Police
sgambrell@hppdept.com
Town Phone: 864-221-4714
Steven Ray Gambrell is a lifelong resident of Honea Path, South Carolina, and a highly respected law enforcement professional with more than 52 years of public service experience. Throughout his distinguished career, he has served in local, county, and state law enforcement agencies, dedicating his life to protecting the citizens of South Carolina.
Chief Gambrell began his law enforcement career with the Honea Path Police Department in 1974, serving until 1977. He later joined the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office, where he held numerous positions including Uniformed Deputy, Detective, Lieutenant of the Detective Division, and Lieutenant in the Patrol Division. His service with the Sheriff’s Office spanned a total of 27 years.
In 1998, Gambrell joined the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) as a Resident Agent assigned primarily to the Piedmont Region of Upstate South Carolina. During his tenure with SLED, he served on the SLED SWAT Team and the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force. Through his dedication and expertise, he achieved the rank of Senior Agent before retiring in 2017.
Following his retirement from SLED, Gambrell returned to the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office, where he investigated violent crimes from 2017 to 2022. Most recently, he served as an Investigator with the Anderson County Solicitor’s Office for the Tenth Judicial Circuit.
In June 2025, Mayor Jimmy Smith appointed Steven Ray Gambrell as Interim Chief of Police for the Honea Path Police Department. His appointment represents a full-circle moment, returning to the department where his law enforcement career first began more than five decades ago.
Chief Gambrell is widely recognized for his professionalism, integrity, leadership, and unwavering commitment to public safety. His decades of experience and deep connection to the Honea Path community continue to make him a valued leader and public servant.
Address:
34 North Main Street
Honea Path SC 29654
Phone: 1-864-369-0532
Non-Emergencies: 864-260-4444
Emal: reports@hppdept.com
Hours of Operation
Monday – 8:00-4:00
Tuesday – 8:00-4:00
Wednesday – 8:00-4:00
Thursday – 8:00-4:00
Friday – 8:00-4:00
The MISSION of the Honea Path Police Department is to serve and protect. To enhance the quality of life in our Town. By working in partnership with the community to provide a safe and secure environment for all to live, work, and play. With a focus on safety and service.
Applications can be picked up at Honea Path Town Hall 204 South Main Street Honea Path SC 29654 or can be found under the Job Opening tab on the website at www.honeapathsc.com. Resumes are encouraged along with applications and completed forms can be turned in at Town Hall or the Police Department.