Public Information
News & Communications
Stay Informed! Access the latest news and insights from your Sheriff's Office through our various communication channels.
Press Releases
Breaking news and important updates are posted on our homepage and archived here. While current releases appear on the main page for 3-5 business days, you can find all past releases in our archive. Read more by clicking the Press Releases button below.
The Lowdown with Sheriff Blackwood
Each month, Sheriff Blackwood shares his insights and perspectives in "The Lowdown," a column published in the News of Orange. These articles go beyond the headlines to explore:
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Behind-the-scenes operations of your Sheriff's Office
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Local impact of national issues
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Community initiatives and programs
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Law enforcement insights and education
Read the latest edition or explore past columns in the archive by clicking The Lowdown button below.
The Sheriff's Office Public Information Officer (P.I.O.) is A. Stemper. Contact: (919) 245-2963 or astemper@orangecountync.gov.
Daily Crime, Fraud, and Scam Reports
As a reminder, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office DOES NOT call citizens and solicit money to avoid being arrested. We are being notified of fraudulent calls where individuals are claiming to be deputies from the Sheriff’s Office, requesting money to avoid arrest or civil penalties.
Additionally, the Sheriff’s Office is seeing a reoccurrence of scams where the scammer is sending individuals checks with a victim's cash, telling you to keep a part of it, and send the scammer the remaining funds. Please be cautions on social media platforms with individuals sending checks and asking for money to be sent back to them.
February 3, 2026
Crime
Nothing to Report
Fraud
Nothing to Report
Scam
Nothing to Report
February 2, 2026
Crime
B&E of a MV
A breaking and entering of a motorized vehicle was reported in the area of Industrial Dr. The victims reports finding their vehicle broken into, and several items of value being stolen from inside it. Investigation ongoing.
Fraud
Nothing to Report
Scam
Nothing to Report
January 30, 2026
Crime
Damage to Property
Damage to private property was reported in the area of Mattress Factory Rd, Mebane. Victim reports comnig out to defrost their car in the morning, and discovering their passenger side window was smashed in. Nothing was reported as stolen.
Larceny of a Motor Vehicle
The larceny of a motorized vehicle was reported in the area of High Rock Rd, Efland. Victim reported that their motor vehicle had been parked at the location. But when checked on in the morning, the vehicle was no longer there. Neighbors reported seeing a truck with a trailer come by and haul away the vehicle. Investigation ongoing.
Fraud
Nothing to Report
Scam
Nothing to Report