Press Releases

July 14 Update: The driver from the fatal collision in Harnett County has been identified: Kody Ray Johnson , 22, of 4837 Lemon Springs Road, Sanford.

Attention All News Editors/Producers:

MEDIA ADVISORY

WHAT: State Emergency Response Commission Meeting

The 19-member SERC is responsible for protecting the state’s citizens and

Two store clerks, one in Brunswick County and one in New Hanover County, face weapons charges today following separate investigations by North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement agents.

By Sgt. Gina Russell

What: State Command Chief Warrant Officer Change of Responsibility Ceremony

When: Friday, July 10, 2 p.m.

Where: NCNG Joint Force Headquarters, 1636 Gold Star Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27607

The State Bureau of Investigation is releasing the names of two Lumberton officers under investigation for a June 2015 shooting.

Update: Attention All News Editors:

The North Carolina State Highway Patrol along with the Division of Law Enforcement Wildlife Resources Commission released the totals for “On the Road, On the Water, Don’t Drink and Drive” campaign for the period of Friday, July 3rd through Sunday, July 5th.

The Highway Patrol announces a preliminary number of 10 motorists who died on North Carolina highways during the July 4th holiday period.

A Hollister man is facing court today for possession of seven kilograms of cocaine.

The operation of an indoor marijuana grow in Henderson has ended with the seizure of 93 pounds of marijana and the arrests of two men.

Two people are in the Forsyth County jail today for helping Kristopher McNeill, a convicted murderer, elude police last weekend after his escape from Brown Creek prison.

As the anticipation continues to intensify for an estimated 40,000 fans expected to fill the Carter-Finley Stadium this Wednesday evening, the State Highway Patrol and the Department of Transportation finalize plans to ensure concert goers a safe and enjoyable experience.

The Highway Patrol along with the Wildlife Resources Commission are once again combining efforts to save lives this summer.

According to the American Automobile Association, it is estimated that 41.9 million people will travel during the July 4th holiday period; the most in eight years.