University of South Carolina freshman tight end Caden Ramsey was arrested early Monday in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, facing a charge of racing on a public road.
University of South Carolina freshman football player Caden Ramsey was arrested early Monday morning in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. The nineteen-year-old tight end, who graduated from Cross High School, was booked into the Berkeley County Detention Center shortly after 4 a.m. on a charge of racing on a public road.
Bond Hearing and Legal Penalties in Moncks Corner
Following his booking at the Berkeley County facility, Ramsey appeared virtually before a judge Monday evening for a bond hearing. Ramsey’s attorney requested a personal recognizance bond, arguing to the court that the college student has no prior criminal record, poses no danger to the community, and is not a flight risk. The judge granted the request, allowing Ramsey to secure release without paying an upfront bond, provided he attends all future court dates.
The misdemeanor charge of racing on a public road carries significant potential penalties under South Carolina law. According to local law enforcement, a conviction can result in up to six months in jail, a fine exceeding $1,000, and the possible revocation of a driver’s license. Authorities have not yet disclosed the exact location or surrounding circumstances of the alleged incident, though Moncks Corner Police indicated that an incident report and additional statements would be released.
University Response and Athletic Standing at South Carolina
South Carolina Athletics released a brief statement regarding the arrest of the freshman tight end. We are aware of the situation with freshman tight end Caden Ramsey and take matters like this seriously,
the athletic department stated, adding that We reserve further comment at this time.
While university policy often involves automatic player suspensions following an arrest, officials have not officially confirmed whether a suspension has been issued in Ramsey’s case.
He enrolled at USC during the summer of 2026 following a standout athletic career at Cross High School. During his senior football season in 2025, he led the Trojans to an 11-2 record and an appearance in the SCHSL Class A Lower State championship game. His high school performance earned him selections to the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas and Class A all-state honors from the South Carolina Football Coaches Association. After playing six snaps in the Gamecocks’ season-opening win against Kent State, Ramsey was named the team’s Offensive Scout Player of the Week.
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