Moses Heyward holds a place in Dillon County history as the first African American Highway Patrolman to work in Dillon County (1975).
Moses currently works as the Dillon County Community Relationship Manager for the Dillon County Sheriff’s office.
He is a member of New Bethel Apostolic Church under the leadership of District Elder Glenn O Lane. He serves as minister, Sunday School teacher, Pastor’s Aid Coordinator, Board member, and one of the custodians of the church. In other words, whatever the need, he is ready to serve. He has a heart of sincerity to do that which is right and pleasing in the sight of God.
Moses was born in Williamsburg County on October 18, 1952. He graduated from Allen University in Columbia, SC, in 1974 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education.
After receiving his education, Moses worked as a Highway Patrolman in Dillon County for five years. After which time, DuPont employed him for 29 years and 4 months and retired a few days. He then served Dillon County as the Emergency Manager for 10 years.
In 1976, Moses Heyward was united in marriage to Martha Washington. Moses and Martha have three children: Shuana Jordan, Dr. Shenek Alston and Attorney Moses A. Heyward. Moses and Martha have been blessed with eight grandchildren.
Moses enjoys working, ministering the Word of God, working in his yard, fishing, and spending time with his family.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH TRAILBLAZERS: Moses Heyward Holds A Place In History As First African American Highway Patrolman To Work In Dillon County
