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  • Homicide Investigation

    (Fayetteville, NC) – On Friday, October 11, 2024, at approximately 1:41 am, officers with the Fayetteville Police Department responded to 5900 Yadkin Road, Big Apple Restaurants and Sports Pub, reference a reported shooting.

    10/11/2024 4:02 AM

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    Fayetteville Police Department to participate in Badge Blessing Ceremony

    The Fayetteville Police Department and Lewis Chapel will host a Badge Blessing Ceremony on Oct. 11 from noon to 1 p.m. at Lewis Chapel, 5422 Raeford Rd.

    10/09/2024 5:00 PM

  • Narcotics Investigation Leads to Arrest

    (Fayetteville, NC) –On October 3, 2024, Akeem Braithwaite (Black male, age 34) and Kerry Braithwaite (Black male, age 36) were arrested on multiple felony drug-related charges.

    10/08/2024 12:26 PM

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    Fayetteville 911 center assists Western North Carolina during Hurricane Helene

    On the morning of Sept. 27, Fayetteville 911 telecommunicators provided support to those affected by Hurricane Helene, answering emergency calls and coordinating response efforts.

    10/07/2024 4:43 PM

  • Homicide Detectives Still Seeking Public’s Assistance

    (Fayetteville, NC) –Detectives with Fayetteville Police Department’s Homicide Unit continue to request the public’s assistance in the homicide investigation of Elijah Wyand that occurred at Anubis Hookah Lounge on September 21, 2024.

    10/03/2024 12:04 PM

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    Fayetteville awards $51K in grants for crime reduction activities

    The city of Fayetteville has awarded $51,500 for the Empowering Community Safety Micro-Grant Program.

    09/30/2024 4:17 PM

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    Fayetteville first responders deploy to western North Carolina to assist with rescue efforts

    While Fayetteville is currently experiencing minor impacts of Hurricane Helene, the western part of the state has been significantly affected by the storm.

    09/27/2024 3:35 PM

  • Robbery Investigation

    (Fayetteville, NC) – The Fayetteville Police Department’s Aggravated Assault & Robbery Units are currently investigating a robbery that took place on September 15, 2024, at approximately 8:11 a.m., at the Circle K located at 144 Cedar Creek Rd.

    09/26/2024 12:32 PM

  • Homicide Investigation

    (Fayetteville, NC) – On Saturday, September 21, 2024, at approximately 10:53 pm, officers with the Fayetteville Police Department responded to 700 block of Edgehill Road reference a reported shooting.

    09/22/2024 2:57 AM

  • Homicide Investigation

    (Fayetteville, NC) – On Saturday, September 21, 2024, at approximately 1:52 am, officers with the Fayetteville Police Department responded to 5391 Ramsey Street, Anubis Hookah Lounge, reference a reported shooting.

    09/21/2024 5:23 AM

  • Joint Investigation: Operation Vapor Trail

    (Fayetteville, NC) – Approximately six to eight months ago, Robeson County District Attorney Matthew Scott requested assistance from the Southeastern North Carolina Regional Violent Crime Task Force to investigate vape stores in Robeson County.

    09/19/2024 11:44 AM

  • Homicide Investigation Leads to Arrest

    (Fayetteville, NC) - Kadejah Dockery (Black female, 28 years old) of Fayetteville, NC, has been charged with First Degree Murder in connection with the death of Joseph Woods (Black male, 40 years old), of Fayetteville, NC.

    09/18/2024 4:17 PM

  • Traffic Fatality

    (Fayetteville, NC) -On September 16, 2024, at approximately 11:50 a.m., officers with the Fayetteville Police Department responded to the intersection of Bragg Boulevard and McPherson Avenue regarding a traffic incident.

    09/16/2024 1:35 PM

  • Cold Case Sexual Assault Investigation Leads to Arrest

    Fayetteville, NC) — Nicholas Antonio Raye, (Black male, 39 years old) of Leland, NC, has been charged with several sexual assault felonies.

    09/13/2024 12:49 PM

  • Street Take-Over Operation

    (Fayetteville, NC) – Fayetteville, NC – The Fayetteville Police Department's Traffic Unit continues its investigation into illegal activities involving ATVs and dirt bikes in the city. Prior to Saturday, August 24th, 2024, the Traffic Unit received intelligence about a planned ride-out event.

    09/10/2024 2:56 PM

  • Update on Circle K Armed Robberies – Arrest Made

    (Fayetteville, NC) – On September 7, 2024, James Michael Gonzales II, (White male, 23 years old) of Fayetteville, NC, was arrested on multiple felony charges.

    09/10/2024 11:34 AM

  • Traffic Fatality – Pedestrian Struck

    (Fayetteville, NC) – On September 6, 2024, at approximately 6:24 a.m., officers with the Fayetteville Police Department responded to a report of a pedestrian struck at the intersection of Hope Mills Road and Redwood Drive.

    09/06/2024 4:35 PM

  • Traffic Fatality – Pedestrian Struck

    (Fayetteville, NC) – On September 04, 2024, officers with the Fayetteville Police Department responded to the 800 block of Fresno Drive in reference to a pedestrian struck.

    09/04/2024 5:10 PM

  • Detectives Seek Information in Homicide Investigation (Update)

    (Fayetteville, NC) –Detectives with the Fayetteville Police Department’s Homicide Unit are seeking the public’s assistance in obtaining information on the updated developments in the homicide case of 7-year-old Zion Gibbs, which occurred on June 7, 2024, along the 800 block of Danish Drive.

    09/04/2024 4:15 PM

  • Fraud Investigation Leads to Police Officer Arrest

    (Fayetteville, NC)- On August 29, 2024, a fraud investigation led to the arrest of Brian Gerber, a sergeant with the Fayetteville Police Department.

    08/29/2024 4:08 PM

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