Crime of the Week
Missing (Donna Carroll Gibson)
February 02, 2024
Runaway Juvenile (Auntrelle Tyrelle Royster)
February 01, 2024
**Press Release – Runaway Juvenile**
On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at approximately 4:55pm, Auntrelle Tyrelle Royster, 16 years old, was reported missing from 208 Goodson Avenue, Gibsonville, NC 27249. He was last seen on foot in the Gibsonville area of Burlington Avenue. He was last seen wearing a gray hoody, gray shorts, black socks, and white Nike slides.
If located, use caution, contact the Gibsonville Police Department at 336-449-6677 or Alamance County Crime Stoppers.
Shooting on Durham St.
January 31, 2024
Burlington, NC | On January 31st, 2024, at 4:52 am, officers responded to the Westwood Forest Mobile Home Park located at 1717 Durham Street regarding a shooting. Officers arrived on the scene and found evidence of a shooting but no victims. A short time later, the department received additional information that the multiple victims were driving themselves to the local hospital. Officers located a crashed vehicle on Huffman Mill Road that was transporting two male victims, ages 23 and 24, each suffering from a single gunshot wound. The victims were transported to a local hospital and both are listed in stable condition.
There is no other information available at this time, as our Criminal Investigations Division is in the early stages of the investigation. More information will be forthcoming.
The Burlington Police Department is seeking anyone with additional information about this investigation. Please contact the Burlington Police Department at (336) 229-3500. For anonymous methods, call Alamance County-Wide Crimestoppers at (336) 229-7100 or use the mobile app, P3 Tips. Tips provided through Crimestoppers may be eligible for cash rewards.
Breaking and Entering Motor vehicles
January 30, 2024
ROBBERY AT AUTO ZONE
January 30, 2024
Man Charged With Felony Assault By Strangulation
January 21, 2024
On Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at 9:43 p.m., Deputies were dispatched to a call of a domestic disturbance in the 2300 block of Carter Rd., Green Level, N.C. On arrival, Deputies learned that a domestic disturbance had occurred resulting in injuries.
During the investigation, Deputies found reason to believe that Spencer Lee Grant, of the residence, assaulted an adult female and a minor child of the same residence.
Mr. Gant was arrested on domestic violence charges and transported to the Alamance County Detention Center where he remains.
Name: Spencer Lee Gant
Charges; 1ct: Felony Aggravated Assault by Strangulation, 2cts: Misdemeanor Assault on a child under the age of 12 years old, 2cts: Misdemeanor Crime of Domestic Violence, 2cts: Misdemeanor Communicating Threats
Armed Robbery at the Auto Zone in Haw River
January 12, 2024
A Hillsborough officer was assaulted
January 11, 2024
Homicide on James Dr.
January 10, 2024
Burlington, NC | Tamile Ameer Cohn, the 24-year-old suspect in the murder of Davon Smith, turned himself in this afternoon. He was arrested for First Degree Murder and transported to the Alamance County Detention Center. He has received no bond.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Burlington Police Department or Alamance County Crime Stoppers. Crime Stoppers could award up to $2,500 for any tip that leads to an arrest.
The Burlington Police Department is seeking anyone with additional information about this investigation. Please contact the Burlington Police Department at (336) 229-3500. For anonymous methods, call Alamance County-Wide Crimestoppers at (336) 229-7100 or use the mobile app, P3 Tips. Tips provided through Crimestoppers may be eligible for cash rewards.
Stolen Motor Vehicle
January 09, 2024
Burlington, NC | On the evening of January 8, 2024, around 10:20 pm, officers responded to the 800 block of High Street in reference to shots heard in the area. Officers spoke with a witness who advised they located their stolen motor vehicle in this area and were shot at by a male suspect while trying to recover their stolen vehicle. The witness reported after the shots were fired, two male suspects ran from the vehicle, wearing all-black clothing, toward Hillcrest Avenue. The witness was not harmed during the incident.
Officers canvased the area and worked on locating the suspects. At this time, there is no description or photos of the suspects. Burlington Officers encourage anyone who may have seen anything in the area or has information to contact the Burlington Police Department.
Additionally, we encourage our community to take small steps toward crime prevention. Remove valuables from your car, lock all doors to your vehicles and home, turn on exterior lights, and contact the department to report stolen property and any additional information they may have about the theft.
The Burlington Police Department is seeking anyone with additional information about this investigation. Please contact the Burlington Police Department at (336) 229-3500. For anonymous methods, call Alamance County-Wide Crimestoppers at (336) 229-7100 or use the mobile app, P3 Tips. Tips provided through Crimestoppers may be eligible for cash rewards.
Suspect in Multiple Robberies Arrested
January 06, 2024
Burlington, NC | Around 4:45pm on Friday, January 5, the Burlington Communications Center (911) dispatched officers to a motor vehicle theft and assault at an apartment complex off of Crouse Lane in Burlington. Officers arrived within two minutes of dispatch.
Officers located a 72-year-old male victim who had sustained minor injuries to his head. The victim had allowed the suspect inside his home, and after an argument, the suspect assaulted the victim with a cane, left the apartment, and stole the car.
Burlington Officers immediately worked on issuing a BOLO alert for the vehicle and a suspect description. Within 2 hours, the stolen vehicle was located by NC State Highway Patrol on NC 501 in Person County.
The suspect was identified as McColline Thorpe Jr., a 57-year-old male from Burlington. Thorpe has been charged with one felony count of Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon.
In addition to the charges for this incident, Thorpe is a suspect in another robbery and assault that occurred on December 24, 2023 on Trollinger Avenue. He was charged with two felony counts of Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon, felony Assault inflicting Serious Injury, and felony Larceny of a Motor Vehicle for that incident.
McColline Thorpe, Jr. is currently in custody in the Person County Jail. He has been given a $41,000 bond.
The Burlington Police Department would like to thank the NC State Highway Patrol for their quick coordination and assistance in the apprehension of Thorpe.
The Burlington Police Department is seeking anyone with additional information about this investigation. Please contact the Burlington Police Department at (336) 229-3500. For anonymous methods, call Alamance County-Wide Crimestoppers at (336) 229-7100 or use the mobile app, P3 Tips. Tips provided through Crimestoppers may be eligible for cash rewards.
Couple Charged After Larcenies From Dollar General
January 04, 2024
On Friday, December 1, 2023, Deputies received a report of larceny which occurred at Dollar General, 2523 NC 54 Hwy Graham, N.C. Store management reported that they were conducting an internal investigation of larceny by an employee.
Dollar General Loss Prevention advised Deputies that they identified employee Deborah Ann Hensley as the offender. As the investigation continued, a non-employee, identified as James Haskel Vandling, was believed to have assisted Ms. Hensley in two separate larcenies from the store. Both incidents occurred on the same day in mid-November approximately three hours apart. The total value of the stolen items was $600-$800.
After working with Dollar General Loss Prevention, ACSO Detectives arrested Mr. Vandling on December 20, 2023. Ms. Hensley was arrested on January 1, 2024.
Suspect: Deborah Ann Hensley
Charges: 2cts: Felony Larceny by Employee
Suspect: James Haskel Vandling
Charge: 1ct: Felony Aid and Abet Larceny
This case remains under investigation. Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Alamance County Sheriff’s Office at: 336-570-6300 or Alamance County CrimeStoppers at: 336-229-7100 or online at: www.p3tips.com
Kidnaping at Sheetz
January 04, 2024
Armed robbery that occurred at Family Dollar
January 02, 2024
Stolen Construction Equipment Found By Patrol Deputies
January 02, 2024
Two Arrested After Stolen Construction Equipment Found By Patrol Deputies
Posted on January 02, 2024| By byrontucker | In Uncategorized
On the evening of Monday, December 29, 2023, Alamance County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Deputies received information that a heavy piece of construction equipment, believed to have been stolen, was on a property in the 3400 blk. of Blue Moon Trail, Burlington, N.C. (northern Alamance County)
After receiving this information, Deputies developed probable cause and applied for a search warrant. The search warrant was granted and executed at the residence. Deputies found a stolen Kubota Skid Steer Loader along with a stolen moped. The Skid Steer Loader was entered as stolen in South Carolina.
Deputies requested a second search warrant whereby multiple firearms were found and seized from the residence.
Two occupants of the residence, Rodney Eugene Poe, Jr. and Robert Jeffrey McHenry, were arrested. Both suspects were transported to the Alamance County Detention Center.
Suspect: Rodney Eugene Poe, Jr. W/M/36 3495 Blue Moon Trail, Burlington, N.C.
Charges: 1ct: Felony Possession of Stolen Property, 1ct: Felony Possession of Stolen Vehicle, 1ct: Felony Possession of Firearm by Convicted Felon
Suspect: Robert Jeffrey McHenry W/M/46 435 Bailey Road, Buffalo, S.C.
Charges: 1ct: Felony Possession of Stolen Property, 1ct: Felony Possession of Stolen Vehicle
Multiple Thefts From Duke Energy Facility
December 31, 2023
On Wednesday, November 22, 2023, Duke Energy officials reported to the Sheriff’s Office that they believed someone was stealing rolls of copper wire. These larcenies occurred at a facility on Woody Dr. in Graham. Detectives learned that linemen, who are contractors with Duke Energy, store equipment and vehicles at the site.
During the investigation, ACSO Detectives developed a suspect by using security camera footage, sales records of copper sold at local scrapyards, and Crimestoppers tips. With this information, Detectives developed probable cause to charge Mr. Sam Fenton Wilson.
On Thursday, December 28, 2023, ACSO Detectives arrested Mr. Wilson at his residence. Mr. Wilson was transported to the Alamance County Detention Center where he remains.
This investigation is ongoing with the possibility of additional charges.
Suspect: Sam Fenton Wilson
Charges: 4 cts Felony B&E of a Motor Vehicle
4 cts Felony Larceny after B&E of a Motor Vehicle
4 cts Misdemeanor 1st Degree Trespassing
3 cts Felony Obtaining Property by False Pretense
Statutory Sex Offense
December 29, 2023
As a result of the weeks-long investigation, Daniel McInnis has been charged with one count of statutory sex offense (felony).
McInnis, a 43-year-old male from Burlington, was charged and transported to the Alamance County Detention Center on Friday, December 29. He has received a $500,000.00 bond.
The Alamance-Burlington School System was made aware that the administrator was under investigation and cooperated fully during the Burlington Police Department’s investigation.
The department has not received additional reports of misconduct and continues the investigation. A photo is not available at this time.
The Burlington Police Department is seeking anyone with additional information about this investigation. Please contact the Burlington Police Department at (336) 229-3500. For anonymous methods, call Alamance County-Wide Crimestoppers at (336) 229-7100 or use the mobile app, P3 Tips. Tips provided through Crimestoppers may be eligible for cash rewards.
Drug Investigation on Staley St.
December 25, 2023
Burlington, NC | In response to complaints, Burlington Police Officers observed criminal activity at 710 Staley Street during a community patrol. Patrol officers began an investigation and with the assistance of multiple patrol teams, the Alamance Narcotics Enforcement Team (ANET) and Burlington Regional SWAT Team, a search warrant was executed on December 22, 2023. Officers located over 44 grams of cocaine and drug paraphernalia in the home.
Eric Wilbert Moye (DOB 4/24/1969), a 54-year-old male, was charged with Possession with Intent to Sale and Deliver Cocaine (felony), Maintain Dwelling for Sale of Controlled Substance (felony), and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (misdemeanor).
Shuandreikas Booker (DOB 5/10/1988), a 35-year-old male, was charged with Trafficking Cocaine (felony), Maintain Dwelling for Sale of Controlled Substance (felony), and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (misdemeanor).
Edward Moye (DOB 4/24/1969), a 54-year-old male, was charged with Maintain Dwelling for Sale of Controlled Substance (felony).
Eric Moye and Booker were transported to the Alamance County Detention Center. Edward Moye was already in custody. All received no bond for the charges.
The Burlington Police Department appreciates the continued support of the community members who share concerns and provide tips about criminal activity in their neighborhoods.
The Burlington Police Department is seeking anyone with additional information about this investigation. Please contact the Burlington Police Department at (336) 229-3500. For anonymous methods, call Alamance County-Wide Crimestoppers at (336) 229-7100 or use the mobile app, P3 Tips. Tips provided through Crimestoppers may be eligible for cash rewards.
Drug Arrest on Dailey St.
December 20, 2023
Burlington, NC | Burlington Police Department received several tips and complaints from Crimestoppers about criminal activity at 608 Dailey Street. As a result of the complaints, BPD worked with investigators from the Alamance Narcotics Enforcement Team (ANET). With the assistance of ANET and Burlington Regional SWAT Team, a search warrant was executed on December 20, 2023. Officers located cocaine, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia.
Vanessa Evans Johnson, a 70-year-old female from 608 Dailey Street, was charged with Possession with Intent to Sale and Deliver Cocaine (felony), Maintain Dwelling for Sale of Controlled Substance (felony), and Possession of Marijuana (misdemeanor).
Johnson was transported to the Alamance County Detention Center and given a $20,000 bond.
The Burlington Police Department is grateful for the cooperation from community members, ANET, and SWAT. Anyone who may have concerns about drug sales in their community is encouraged to call the Burlington Police Department at 336-229-3500 or Alamance County Crimestoppers at 336-229-7100.
The Burlington Police Department is seeking anyone with additional information about this investigation. Please contact the Burlington Police Department at (336) 229-3500. For anonymous methods, call Alamance County-Wide Crimestoppers at (336) 229-7100 or use the mobile app, P3 Tips. Tips provided through Crimestoppers may be eligible for cash rewards.
Assault Investigation (Arrest Made)
December 15, 2023
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