Press Releases

ALE Traffic Stop Leads to Bomb Squad Response in Red Springs

At approximately 1:00 p.m., a North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) Special Agent initiated a traffic stop near Cope Road in Red Springs.

Final Judgment Ordered in Burke County Nuisance Case

After numerous ongoing criminal and drug-related offenses, along with repeated community complaints, Burke County Sheriff Banks Hinceman sought assistance from the Alcohol Law Enforcement Division to address the proper

Governor Stein Broadens State of Emergency as State Coordinates Response to Wildfires, Urges Caution in Western North Carolina

On March 26, 2025, Governor Stein issued a State of Emergency to expand the state’s capacity to respond to the wildfires burning in western North Carolina.

Gob. Stein amplía Declaración de Estado de Emergencia al tiempo que estado coordina respuesta ante incendios forestales; insta a ejercer precaución en oeste de NC

Ayer, 26 de marzo, Gob. Stein emitió una Declaración de Estado de Emergencia y así ampliar la capacidad del estado para responder ante incendios forestales ahora ardiendo en oeste de NC.

ALE Traffic Stop Results in Barricaded Subject in Elizabeth City

At approximately 12:15 p.m., North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) Special Agents initiated a traffic stop on Grice Street in Elizabeth City.

Gobernador comparte con la Comisión GCC prioridades de justicia penal

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Lumberton ABC Store Theft Leads to Columbus County Search Warrants

The North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division (ALE) and Chadbourn Police Department have concluded a multi-county investigation in which marijuana, spirituous liquor and numerous controlled substances were s

ALE Investigation Leads to Store Owner Arrested

On Thursday, March 20, 2025, the North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division (ALE) and Butner Public Safety concluded a joint investigation involving Butner Tobacco and Vape located at 407 Central Avenue, Butne

Governor Shares Criminal Justice Priorities with Crime Commission

On Thursday, Gov. Josh Stein addressed the Governor’s Crime Commission, outlining the priorities his administration would like the 44-member advisory body to focus on over the next year.

Orange County Sheriff Tapped to Serve as Chairman of Governor’s Crime Commission

Sheriff Charles Blackwood will lead the 44-member commission, which serves as the chief advisory body on crime and justice for the governor and the secretary of the Department of Public Safety.