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.
April 21, 2026
Crime
Nothing to Report
Fraud
Nothing to Report
Scam
Nothing to Report
April 20, 2026
Crime
Breaking and Entering
A breaking and enterings were reported in the area of Mckee Rd, Rougemont. Victims reported finding the rear doors to the structures had been forcibly broken open, and items were stolen from the premises. Investigation ongoing.
Fraud
Nothing to Report
Scam
Jury Duty Scam
We are continueing to get reports of individuals claiming to be Sheriff's Office personel making calls to individuals and claiming they missed a jury duty summons. Threatening jail time if the victim doesn't provide payment to the caller during that call. As a reminder, any contact that seems suspicious, please give us a call at the main office (919-245-2900) to confirm the details of.
April 17, 2026
Crime
Nothing to Report
Fraud
Nothing to Report
Scam
Nothing to Report