Yancey County Sheriff's Office

06/04/2026

We are partnering with Yancey County Schools as a pick up location for free meals to anyone in need with children throughout the summer.
Check out details below:

05/29/2026

Come out tonight.

** Mark your Calendars ** Join us for some fun **

Family Night Out
Mountain Heritage High School
May 29th, 2026
6-9 pm
Lots of fun!

05/28/2026

Family Night Out Tomorrow Night

Family Night Out is gonna be awesome at Mountain Heritage High School tomorrow night from 6 PM–9 PM! 🎉

Bring the whole family out for inflatables, pretzels, hot dogs, helicopters, fire trucks, patrol cars, and so much more! 🚒🚓🚁

Come enjoy a great night of fun, food, and community fellowship. We can’t wait to see everyone there!

05/27/2026

Today, the Yancey County Sheriff’s Office and Yancey County EMS celebrated a very special friend/deputy Justin, on his 35th birthday! 🎉 After enjoying his birthday celebration, Justin finished the day by going on shift and helping answer animal service calls. We are thankful for his hard work, kind heart, and the joy he brings to our team every day. Happy 35th Birthday, Justin! 🐾🚔

05/25/2026

Today, we honor the brave men and women who gave their lives defending our nation and our freedoms. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

From all of us at the Yancey County Sheriff’s Office, we wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day as we remember America’s fallen heroes.

God Bless our military, their families, and the United States of America.

05/23/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the Mountain Heritage High School Class of 2026!

Your hard work, dedication, and determination have brought you to this incredible milestone. The Yancey County Sheriff’s Office is proud of each and every one of you as you begin the next chapter of your journey.

Always remember — your future is bright, your community supports you, and your mountains will always be home. May God Bless.

Go make us proud! 💚🖤💛

05/22/2026

** Mark your Calendars ** Join us for some fun **

Family Night Out
Mountain Heritage High School
May 29th, 2026
6-9 pm
Lots of fun!

05/22/2026

Yancey County Sheriff's Office Congratulates Gina Duncan on Educational Achievement

The Yancey County Sheriff's Office proudly congratulates Gina Duncan, Yancey County's 911 PSAP Manager, on earning her Associate Degree in 911 Communications & Operations from Richmond Community College.
This accomplishment reflects Gina's dedication to professional growth and her commitment to providing the highest level of service to the citizens of Yancey County. Her continued pursuit of education strengthens the emergency communications services that play a critical role in public safety every day.
Sheriff Shane Hilliard and the members of the Yancey County Sheriff's Office congratulate Gina on this achievement and thank her for her dedication to serving our community.

05/20/2026

**JOIN US** FOR SOME FUN ** ANNUAL FAMILY NIGHT OUT **

05/19/2026

Traffic Stop Leads to Major Methamphetamine Trafficking Conviction and Prison Sentence

The Yancey County Sheriff's Office announces the conviction and sentencing of Jerome Frederick Honeycutt following a traffic stop conducted by Deputy Myria Hylemon, and a subsequent search of the vehicle by Detective Brandon Wilson in March 2025.
As a result of the investigation and subsequent prosecution, Honeycutt pled guilty to the following charges:

(2) Counts of Felony Trafficking in Methamphetamine
Felony Maintain Vehicle/Dwelling Place for Controlled Substance
Possession with Intent to Manufacture, Sell, and Deliver Co***ne
Possession with Intent to Manufacture, Sell, and Deliver Methamphetamine
Misdemeanor Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

On May 5, 2026, Honeycutt was sentenced to 70–93 months in prison and ordered to pay a mandatory $50,000 fine.
The Yancey County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to aggressively combating the distribution of illegal narcotics within our community and holding offenders accountable through proactive enforcement efforts and strong partnerships within the judicial system.