Press Releases

Sexual Exploitation of a Minor Investigation Leads to Arrest

The Fayetteville Police Department received a report from a parent on November 2, 2023, who had found sexual images on their juvenile daughter’s phone along with chat messages from an adult male. An investigation by the Fayetteville Police Departments Cybercrimes Unit ensued.

11/08/2024 3:53 PM

City closures and schedule for Veterans Day

City government offices will be closed on Monday, Nov. 11 in observance of the Veterans Day holiday.

11/06/2024 8:51 AM

Traffic Fatality – Pedestrian Struck

(Fayetteville, NC) – On November 4, 2024, officers with the Fayetteville Police Department Traffic Unit responded to Raeford Road at Revere Street in reference to a pedestrian struck.

11/04/2024 8:27 PM

Arrest Made in Felony Case Involving Minor

(Fayetteville, NC) – On October 29, 2024, detectives with the Fayetteville Police Department’s Special Victims Unit charged and arrested James Garner (White male, 20 years old) with a felony charge involving a minor.

11/01/2024 4:01 PM

Update to Homicide Investigation

(Fayetteville, NC) – Detectives with the Fayetteville Police Department’s Homicide Unit, in coordination with the department’s Violent Criminal Apprehension Team (VCAT), have charged and arrested Sierra Chambers (Black female, 19 years old) with charges in connection with the homicide of Zion Gibbs

10/31/2024 4:00 PM

Detective Seeks Public Assistance in Hit and Run Traffic Fatality

(Fayetteville, NC) - Detectives with the Fayetteville Police Department’s Traffic Unit are requesting the public’s help in identifying suspects involved in a fatal hit and run that occurred June 1, 2024, on Cliffdale Road near Seaford Drive at approximately 10:04 pm.

10/31/2024 1:25 PM

Indecent Liberties with Student Arrest

(Fayetteville, NC) – On October 27, 2024, detectives with the Fayetteville Police Department’s Special Victims Unit charged and arrested Brandon Cromartie (Black male, 31 years old) with multiple felony-level charges.

10/29/2024 2:23 PM

Sexual Assault Investigation Leads to Arrest

10/28/2024 2:48 PM

Update to Homicide Investigation

(Fayetteville, NC) – Detectives with the Fayetteville Police Department’s Homicide Unit have identified the decedent who was shot on Saturday, October 26, 2024 when officers responded to a shooting along the 2000 block of Cowan Street.

10/27/2024 1:21 AM

Homicide Investigation

(Fayetteville, NC) – On Saturday, October 26, 2024, at approximately 10:12 pm, officers with the Fayetteville Police Department responded to the 2000 block of Cowan Street reference a reported shooting.

10/26/2024 11:42 PM

Detectives Request Public’s Assistance Locating Runaway Juvenile

(Fayetteville, NC) – The Fayetteville Police Department’s Youth Services detectives are requesting the public’s assistance in locating Isabella Hodge (White female, 13 years old), who has been reported as a runaway. Isabella was last seen in the area of Java Drive.

10/23/2024 3:34 PM

Residents invited to second annual Fire vs. Police softball game

he Fayetteville Fire and Police Department will host their second annual charity softball game on Oct. 25 at Segra Stadium, 460 Hay Street.

10/23/2024 2:34 PM

Juvenile Apprehended During Shooting Investigation

(Fayetteville, NC) – Detectives with the Fayetteville Police Department’s Aggravated Assault Unit are investigating a shooting that occurred along the 3300 block of Village Drive involving multiple subjects.

10/22/2024 2:45 PM

FAYETTEVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT CALEA ACCREDITATION

The Fayetteville Police Department is currently accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA®) and is required to comply with 461 standards to maintain accredited status. Maintaining these standards demonstrates the Department’s commitment to professional.

10/16/2024 3:27 PM

Homicide Investigation Leads to Arrest

(Fayetteville, NC) – Detectives with the Fayetteville Police Department have charged and arrested a suspect in connection with a homicide that occurred on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at approximately 4:06 pm, along the 4300 block of Spinel Drive.

10/15/2024 11:33 AM

Detectives Request Public’s Assistance Locating Missing Person

(Fayetteville, NC) – The Fayetteville Police Department’s Missing Persons detectives are requesting the public’s assistance in locating Annie Lock (Black female, 24 years old).

10/14/2024 4:45 PM

Indecent Liberties Arrest

(Fayetteville, NC)- Jerry Milan Jr., (Black male, 37 years old) has been arrested and charged with multiple felony-level offenses.

10/14/2024 11:46 AM

Homicide Investigation

(Fayetteville, NC) – On Friday, October 11, 2024, at approximately 4:51 pm, officers with the Fayetteville Police Department responded to the 900 block of Greenleaf Drive reference a reported shooting.

10/14/2024 11:37 AM

Homicide Investigation

(Fayetteville, NC) – On Friday, October 11, 2024, at approximately 4:51 pm, officers with the Fayetteville Police Department responded to the 900 block of Greenleaf Drive reference a reported shooting.

10/12/2024 1:12 PM

Arrest Made in Homicide Investigation

(Fayetteville, NC) – Detectives with the Fayetteville Police Department’s Homicide Unit have made an arrest and have identified the decedent who was shot and killed on Friday, October 11, 2024, at 5900 Yadkin Road, Big Apple Restaurant and Sports Pub.

10/11/2024 8:10 PM