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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.
September 30, 2025
Crime
Nothing to Report
Fraud
Nothing to Report
Scam
Nothing to Report
September 29, 2025
Crime
Tresspassing
A tresspassing and suspicious activity was reported in the area of NC 157, Rougemont. Victim reported an unknown suspect walking onto their property and inspecting both their storage building, and the vehicle on site. Nothign was taken from the property, and suspect's description was provided by victim. Investigation ongoing.
Cyberstalking
A cyberstalking event was reported in the area of Terrace View, Chapel Hill. Victim found a wireless GPS tracker was placed in their vehicle, under teh driver's seat, without their prior knowledge. Next steps to take were provided to victim. investigation ongoing.
Tresspassing
A tresspassing was reported in the area of Dairyland Rd, Hillsborough. Victim reported an unknown individual walking onto their property and knocking on their front door, late at night. Suspect did not respond to victim's attempt to make contact, instead walking off into the night. Nothing is reported missing from the property.
Larceny of Motor Vehicle
A motorized vehicle was reported stolen in the area of Yorktown Dr, Chapel Hill. Victim reported that the vehicle was last seen late Wednesday evening. When they returned to their address later in the week, the vehicle was gone. Investigation ongoing.
Tresspassing
A tresspassing was reported in the area of Buckhorn Rd, Mebane. Victim reported an unknown individual walking up their property with a phone and flashlight in hand. When confronted, the suspect fled to a neaby vehicle, where a different individual made threatening statements while holding an unknown object. Both suspects left the scene in the vehicle together. Investigation ongoing.
Tresspassing
A tresspassing was reported in the area of Morrow Mill Rd, Chapel Hill. Two unknown individuals drove onto the victim's property from the nearby woodland. When victim told them to not drive on their property and to go back the way they came from. One of the suspects made threatening statements, while motioning to a firearm on their person. Both suspects then left the property.
Fraud
Nothing to Report
Scam
Nothing to Report
September 26, 2025
Crime
Trespassing
A suspicious person was reported tresspassing in the area of Walnut Grove Church Rd. Victim did not recognize the individual seen on camera. Investigation ongoing.
Fraud
Fraud
A fraudulant online purchase using the victims' credit card information was reported in the area of Mt. Sinai Rd, Durham. The victim has already contacted their bank and contested the charges. The Sheriff's Office has directed teh victim to any further steps they may take.
Scam
Nothing to Report