Valkyrie Tactical Solutions

Members of the Pickens Police Department Special Response Team, alongside Travelers Rest Police Department SRT, had the opportunity to help train an outstanding group of tactical medics at the 2026 Special Operations Conference hosted by the South Carolina State Fire Academy.

This was a great experience working with professionals from across the state, building strong partnerships, and sharing critical knowledge and tactics. We appreciate the opportunity to collaborate with Valkyrie Tactical Solutions and all those involved in making this training a success.

These relationships and skills are essential as we continue to enhance our readiness and response capabilities.

This right here is why we do it.

Today, two firefighters made a grab on the 2nd division down a set of stairs. The victim was transported breathing on her own and later moved to the Augusta Burn Center.

Reilly Kilbride and his partner Colin Cotter had both attended our “Make the Grab” and “Firefighter Survival (SR2D)” courses.

Their message to us said it all:

“We got real knowledge and real reps from y’all’s courses. I am genuinely grateful for you all. We got to make a difference today because of the reps you gave us.”

That’s what it’s about.

Training isn’t about certificates or patches. It’s about preparing firefighters for the moment when everything is on the line, Giving them the confidence and muscle memory to act.

Proud of these brothers and the work they did today. Because of them, someone gets another chance at life.

This is why we train.