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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.

November 24, 2025

Crime

B&E to multiple Motor Vehicles

Multiple breaking and enterings into motorized vehicles were reported in the area of Seven Springs Ln, Hillsborough. The breaking and enterings happened late at night, and one of the vehicles was stolen. A suspect was confronted by one of the victims, and fled the scene. Investigation ongoing.

Burglary

A burglary was reported in the area of Red Hill Ln, Hillsborough. Victim reported their vehicle was broken into, and so was their home. Electronics of value were stolen. Investigation ongoing.

Attempted Burglary

An attempted Burglary was reported in the area of Rowan Walk, Hillsborough. Victim reported finding their garage door open, and one of their basement windows lodged open. Nothing appears to have been stolen. Investigation ongoing.

Theft/Damage to Property

A larceny of personal property, and additional damage to property, was reported in the area of Sping Lake, Hillsborough. Victim reported multiple storage units broken into, and miscellaneous items were stolen from within them. Investigation ongoing.

Theft of Motor Vehicle

A larceny of a motorized vehicle was reported in the area of Piney Grove Church Rd, HIllsborough. Victim reported their motorized vehicle was stolen off their property. Vehicle was later found abandoned, without the keys inside. Investigation ongoing.