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09/25/2026

INTRODUCING THE SCOTLAND NECK POLICE DEPARTMENT’S INAUGURAL CHALLENGE COINS!

We are excited to introduce something special to the Scotland Neck Police Department. Our very first official challenge coins! These are the inaugural coins of the Scotland Neck Police Department, and we are proud to offer them to our community.

Challenge Coins are available for purchase for $10 each — CASH ONLY.

If you would like to pick one up, stop by the Scotland Neck Police Department during the following hours:

Monday & Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Come by, grab a coin, and own a little piece of Scotland Neck Police Department history!

WANT A CHANCE TO GET ONE FOR FREE?

We are also giving ONE INAUGURAL CHALLENGE COIN away to one lucky follower!

To enter:

- LIKE this post
- SHARE this post and make your share PUBLIC so we can verify it
- FOLLOW the Scotland Neck Police Department page

The winner will be announced Friday, October 9th!

PASS THE MESSAGE! Help us spread the word throughout Scotland Neck and the surrounding community!

Thank you all for your continued support of the Scotland Neck Police Department. We truly appreciate our community and look forward to sharing these inaugural coins with you.

Everyone have a great weekend, stay safe, and we’ll see you soon!

09/25/2026

1ST DEGREE HOMICIDE WARRANTS OBTAINED
DECEASED INDIVIDUAL LOCATED AT FORMER W.L. GREENE SCHOOL

On February 19, 2026, at 4:09 pm. officers with the Nashville Police Department conducted proactive patrol operations and routine security checks throughout the town. During a security check of the abandoned W.L. Greene School, located at the intersection of Sixth Street and Brake Street, officers discovered a deceased individual on the premises.
Following February 23rd, 2026, at 1000 hrs.

The Nashville Police Department was able to confirm the identity of the decedent as Debbie Allen DOB: 5/21/1964.

Since the time of the incident the investigation remained active and investigators in conjunction with the NC State Crime Lab worked tirelessly to build evidence against the suspect developed the night the victim was located by Nashville Officers, and whom was also interviewed on February 19th, 2026.

On September 22nd, 2026, Investigators received back from the crime lab the last piece of evidence submitted to the crime lab for examination.

Following the review of the entire case file investigators with the Nashville Police Department immediately scheduled a meeting with the Nash County District Attorney’s office for September 25th, 2026, at 2pm.

Following the meeting the Nashville Police Department, in conjunction with the Nash County DA’s Office, agreed that there was a substantial amount of evidence to charge LEWIS SHAMIR RICHARDSON JR.( DOB: 2/17/1982 44 years of age, 2565 Wintergreen Rd. Nashville, NC 27856) with 1st degree Homicide.

At this time RICHARDSON JR. is listed in critical condition at an area hospital after being involved in a bicycle vs. vehicle incident and he will be served with the arrest warrant upon his release from the medical center.

Information regarding RICHARDSON’s first appearance and bond will be released after he is released from the hospital and taken into custody.

09/25/2026

DRIVER IN FATAL WILSON BICYCLE CRASH HAD THREE TRAFFIC CHARGES DISMISSED WITH WARNINGS IN LAST 6 MONTHS; NO CHARGES FILED IN DEATHS, SO FAR

WILSON, N.C. — The driver identified in Thursday’s collision that killed two Wilson residents had three traffic charges dismissed with “warning” notations earlier this year, according to court records.

Collin Weston McLaughlin, 22, of Wilson, has not been charged in connection with the deaths. The collision remains under investigation.

Jason Williams, 49, and Charise Dickerson, 42, died September 24, 2026, after a vehicle struck the electric bicycle they were riding together in the 2800 block of Tilghman Road.

Wilson police responded at approximately 5:10 a.m. Both victims were pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigators determined that McLaughlin was driving the vehicle that struck the bicycle, ejecting both riders.

Court records document several earlier traffic cases involving McLaughlin.

March 2026: Speeding citation dismissed with warning

On March 21, 2026, a North Carolina State Highway Patrol trooper cited McLaughlin for allegedly traveling 73 mph in a 55 mph zone on U.S. 301 near Sharpsburg in Nash County.

The charge was dismissed on March 27, with the notation DISMISSAL “WARNING.”

May 2026: Red-light citation dismissed with warning

On May 8, 2026, Wilson police cited McLaughlin for allegedly entering the intersection of Tilghman Road and Ward Boulevard while facing a steady red traffic light.

The charge was dismissed on May 28, with the notation DISMISSAL “WARNING.”

The financial record shows assessments totaling $241 were offset by a corresponding adjustment, leaving a $0 balance.

June 2026: Another speeding citation dismissed with warning

On June 10, 2026, Wilson police cited McLaughlin for allegedly traveling 63 mph in a 45 mph zone on Ward Boulevard near Dartmore Drive.

The charge was dismissed on July 6, with the notation DISMISSAL “WARNING.”

All three 2026 dispositions are listed as dismissals with just a warning

IN 2022: A Speeding charge amended; reckless-driving charge dismissed

A Wilson County case stemming from September 9, 2022, lists an alleged speed of 95 mph in a 45 mph zone, along with a separate charge of reckless driving with wanton disregard.

The charge originally filed as speeding was amended to improper muffler. On October 31, 2022, McLaughlin entered a plea of responsible to a lesser offense and was found responsible for improper muffler. The record lists a $25 fine plus court costs and fees, marked paid in full.

The reckless-driving charge was dismissed that same day.

Fatal collision remains under investigation and charges have not been filed at this time.

The Wilson Police Department’s Strategic Traffic Enforcement Patrol Team is investigating the deaths of Williams and Dickerson.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Wilson Police Department at 252-399-2323 or Crime Stoppers at 252-243-2255.

09/25/2026

IDENTIFIED

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DOOR DASH DELIVERY DRIVER STEALS CHEESE CAKES
Delivery Driver Name is Angela

YES A VERY GOOD TIP WAS GIVEN FOR THE DELIVERY

THERE IS INSTRUCTIONS ON THE DISPLAY.. IT DOES NOT SAY FREE

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09/25/2026

ROANOKE RAPIDS HEAD FOOTBALL COACH SUSPENDED AS INVESTIGATION FOLLOWS PLAYER’S SEVERE HAND INJURY

ROANOKE RAPIDS, N.C. — Roanoke Rapids High School Head Football Coach Chris Lyons has been suspended indefinitely pending an investigation after a football player suffered a severe hand injury following practice Thursday evening, according to the Roanoke Rapids Graded School District.

The district said emergency services were called around 6 p.m. on September 24, 2026. Coaches, athletic officials and school administrators were on scene and accompanied the injured player to the hospital.

School officials said information subsequently reported to them indicated the injury may have involved an assault or bullying behavior by one or more individuals. Law enforcement was notified and began investigating.

In a public statement, the player’s mother identified her son as a freshman and said he was undergoing surgery for an injury to his left hand. She described learning about alleged bullying, hazing and pressure to fit in, and said the family has retained legal counsel.

“Belonging should NEVER cost them their safety,” she wrote.

The mother said her immediate focus is her son’s physical and emotional recovery while allowing the investigation and legal process to proceed.

The district said school officials had interviewed more than 20 players and other individuals as of Friday, September 25. Those interviews uncovered additional incidents of misconduct, including bullying or hazing involving a few individuals within the football program, that had not previously been reported, according to the statement.

Officials said individuals identified as participating in that misconduct have been held accountable under school and district student and athlete codes of conduct. The district did not identify those individuals or disclose specific disciplinary measures.

Assistant Coach Dre Terry will serve as acting head coach, effective immediately. The district did not specify any alleged conduct by Lyons in announcing his suspension.

Friday’s football game against Warren County will proceed at 7 p.m. District officials said the decision was intended to avoid negatively affecting players, cheerleaders, band members and families from both teams who were not involved.

Superintendent Dr. Bennett Jones expressed support for the injured student and his family and said the district will not tolerate bullying, harassment, hazing, violence or intimidation.

Jones said the district will also examine additional educational and preventive measures to help ensure coaches and students understand expectations and feel safe reporting concerns.

Students are encouraged to contact a trusted adult at school. Anonymous concerns can be submitted through the district website’s “See Something, Say Something” application. Parents may also email [email protected].

The circumstances surrounding the player’s injury remain under investigation.

09/25/2026

TWO SUSPECTS SURRENDER FOLLOWING HALIFAX COUNTY DRUG SEARCHES

HALIFAX COUNTY, N.C. — Two people facing drug charges stemming from September 18 search warrants have surrendered to Halifax law enforcement, according to an update from authorities.

Tyron Mills turned himself in shortly before 2 a.m. Thursday, September 24. He received a $75,000 secured bond and an October 22, 2026, court date.

Mills’ charges stem from a search warrant executed on Melody Lane. He faces:

* Trafficking co***ne
* Possession with intent to manufacture, sell and deliver co***ne
* Felony possession of co***ne
* Possession with intent to manufacture, sell and deliver ma*****na
* Felony possession of a Schedule VI controlled substance
* Felony maintaining a dwelling/vehicle for the sale of narcotics

Jazmine Ransom surrendered in Halifax shortly before 1 a.m. Friday, September 25. Authorities said she was held without bond due to pending charges in Wake County. Her court date is October 6, 2026.

Ransom’s charges stem from search warrants executed on Jim Martin Drive and Cedar Street. She faces:

* Trafficking co***ne
* Possession with intent to manufacture, sell and deliver co***ne
* Possession with intent to manufacture, sell and deliver a Schedule II controlled substance
* Felony maintaining a dwelling/vehicle for the sale of narcotics

All three search warrants were executed Friday, September 18.

Anyone with information about suspicious activity or suspected drug or gang activity is encouraged to contact the Halifax Regional Drug and Gang Task Force at 252-991-9999.

All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.

09/25/2026

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09/25/2026

Update
Smoke reported in the media center. They are trying to locate the source. They have evacuated as a precaution.

Report of a fire department response at Baskerville school. Working on further.