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Anyone that has a drug tip to pass along to the Sheriff's Office Drug Investigators can either email it to [email protected] or text a tip at (910) 874-8124.

On Thursday, 11 June 2026, Sheriff McVicker attended a grave marker ceremony for North Carolina Highway Patrol Trooper R...
06/12/2026

On Thursday, 11 June 2026, Sheriff McVicker attended a grave marker ceremony for North Carolina Highway Patrol Trooper Robert L. "Pete" Peterson who was killed in the line of duty on 31 May 1979 in Rutherford County.

This ceremony was held at Trooper Peterson's grave in Black Mountain, North Carolina and was attended by numerous active and retired Members of the North Carolina Highway Patrol as well as Trooper Peterson's daughter. Remarks were provided by the Patrol's Commander, Colonel Freddy L. Johnson, Jr., and numerous Retirees, including Sheriff McVicker, who were Cadets in one of the Basic Patrol Schools that Trooper Peterson worked as an Instructor.

Sheriff McVicker was honored to be a part of this special cermony.

Attention Bladen County: There is a military training operation taking place in Bladen county today. Please disregard th...
06/10/2026

Attention Bladen County: There is a military training operation taking place in Bladen county today. Please disregard the helicopters and military personal you may see. This is a training operation only. Thank you and be safe !

𝐍𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐩June 9, 2026NEWS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFrom: Sheriff James A. McVicker Narcotics Roundup Underwa...
06/09/2026

𝐍𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐩

June 9, 2026

NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
From: Sheriff James A. McVicker

Narcotics Roundup Underway
Over the past several weeks the Bladen County Sheriff’s Office Vice/Narcotics Unit have been conducting several investigations regarding narcotic sells around the Bladenboro and White Oak area due to community complaints. Throughout these investigations multiple subjects have been charged and/or arrested. These investigations are ongoing and more arrests are soon to come.

Arrests Made are as followed:

Wyatt Joseph Hester, 27 of Bladenboro: $25,000 Secured Bond
· PWIMSD Schedule II controlled substance
· PWIMSD Schedule III controlled substance
· Maintain a vehicle/dwelling for the keeping/selling of controlled substances

Carl Anthony Jackson, 40 of White Oak: $25,000 Unsecured Bond
· Felony Possession of Schedule II controlled substance

Ben Moody Jr., 76 of Bladenboro: $10,000 unsecured bond
· Sell/Deliver Schedule II controlled substance

Amy Lynn Dicicco, 44 of Bladenboro: $1,000 unsecured bond
· Simple Possession of Schedule VI controlled substance
· Possession of drug paraphernalia

Jeffery Lynn Autry, 59 of Elizabethtown: $100,000 secured bond
· Felony Possession of Schedule II controlled substance
· Maintain a vehicle/dwelling for the keeping/selling of controlled substances

Vickie Godwin, 40 of Tarheel: $10,000 secured bond
· Felony Possession of Schedule II controlled substance
· PWIMSD Schedule II controlled substance
· Maintain a vehicle/dwelling for the keeping/selling of controlled substances

The following subject is still wanted regarding these investigations:
Justin Andrew Bodiford, 34 of Lumberton:
· Sell/Deliver schedule II controlled substance

Under our system of Justice, every person is presumed to be innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. The information contained in this publication is not intended to be an expression of opinion regarding guilt. The Bladen County Sheriff’s Office does not issue or determine bond amounts. Bonds are determined by a Judicial Official as per North Carolina General Statute 15A-532.

The Bladen County Sheriff’s Office is committed to the relentless pursuit of criminal elements that operate within and around Bladen County. All citizens are encouraged to contact the Bladen County Sheriff’s Office with any information they have pertaining to individuals selling illegal controlled substances in Bladen County.

𝗔 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗮 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗻Good Morning,I am writing this letter to show my appreciation to your telecommunicato...
06/09/2026

𝗔 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗮 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗻

Good Morning,
I am writing this letter to show my appreciation to your telecommunicators for a situation that took place this week involving myself. My son and I were working nearby this week and had stopped for lunch. Like we usually do we grabbed us a bite to eat and sat down near our construction site to take a break. While we were eating a piece of hamburger became lodged in my throat cutting off my air supply. Quick thinking on my 16 year olds part for giving me the Heimlich Maneuver which quick dislodged some of the hamburger but I still needed help. He quickly called 911 and began speaking with a young lady on the other end. I could hear the conversation while still grasping for air. The telecommunicator was very calm and understanding with my son on the phone while they arranged to get help for me. After a short time period help arrived and I was able to catch my breath and continue on with my day. I wanted to highlight the professionalism and calmness that your telecommunicator showed during my stressful situation as well as the patience with my son while he navigated that call. Thank you again to all the telecommunciators that took part in the situation and im grateful to live and work in a county with such caring professionals on the other end of the phone.
Thankful Citizen

𝑹𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑫𝒆𝒑𝒖𝒕𝒚 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒇𝒇Deputy Sheriff Dewayne Charles Hester, end of watch June 8, 2012.Greater love has no one than ...
06/08/2026

𝑹𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑫𝒆𝒑𝒖𝒕𝒚 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒇𝒇

Deputy Sheriff Dewayne Charles Hester, end of watch June 8, 2012.
Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friend. Gone But Not Forgotten

This week, the North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association brought together Sheriffs and Law Enforcement personnel from across ...
06/04/2026

This week, the North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association brought together Sheriffs and Law Enforcement personnel from across the state for its annual Legislative Day at the General Assembly in Raleigh.
Held each year during the legislative session, Legislative Day provides an opportunity for sheriffs and their staff to meet directly with state lawmakers and discuss issues impacting public safety and law enforcement in their communities. The event fosters collaboration between local law enforcement leaders and legislators while ensuring that public safety concerns are represented in policy discussions.

One of the primary issues discussed during this year’s event was the need for legislation to restrict minors’ access to THC products. Sheriffs voiced concerns about the widespread availability of intoxicating THC products and the risks they pose to children and other consumers. Attendees also reviewed proposed legislation aimed at combating robocall scams by making it illegal for individuals to falsely represent themselves as sheriffs or law enforcement personnel to defraud residents of money, a scheme that has become increasingly prevalent across North Carolina.

Sheriff Mcvicker Stated :
“Strong partnerships between legislators and law enforcement are essential to developing laws and policies that enhance public safety and address the evolving needs of our communities. By working together, we can help ensure that our county and state remain safe places to live, work, and raise a family. It is especially important that we protect our youth by supporting measures that keep THC products out of the hands of minors. Creating safeguards for young people helps foster a safer, healthier, and more productive environment for the youth of Bladen County, allowing them the opportunity to grow and succeed.”

June 3, 2026NEWS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFrom: Sheriff James A. McVicker𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙥 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙉𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙤𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙨 𝘼𝙧𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩On Ma...
06/03/2026

June 3, 2026

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
From: Sheriff James A. McVicker

𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙥 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙉𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙤𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙨 𝘼𝙧𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩

On May 21st, 2026, the Bladen County Sheriff’s Office Vice/Narcotics Unit conducted a traffic stop in the area of Paul R Brown Military Leadership School and Martin Luther King Drive in Elizabethtown for exceeding the posted speed. During the traffic stop a probable cause search of the vehicle was conducted and a large quantity of narcotics was located along with a firearm. The driver of the vehicle was identified as Amariah Cameron Murchison.
Amariah Cameron Murchison, 22 of Elizabethtown was arrested and charged with the following:
· PWIMSD SCH VI CS
· Maintain Veh/Dwell/Place CS (F)
· Manufacture SCH VI CS
· Carrying Concealed Weapon
Amariah Murchison received a $30,000 secured bond.
Under our system of Justice, every person is presumed to be innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. The information contained in this publication is not intended to be an expression of opinion regarding guilt. The Bladen County Sheriff’s Office does not issue or determine bond amounts. Bonds are determined by a Judicial Official as per North Carolina General Statute 15A-532.
The Bladen County Sheriff’s Office is committed to the relentless pursuit of criminal elements that operate within and around Bladen County. All citizens are encouraged to contact the Bladen County Sheriff’s Office with any information they have pertaining to individuals selling illegal controlled substances in Bladen County.

𝑾𝒆𝒍𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑻𝒆𝒂𝒎Please join us in welcoming two new team members to Bladen County Sheriff's Office. Deputy Jeremiah L...
06/03/2026

𝑾𝒆𝒍𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑻𝒆𝒂𝒎

Please join us in welcoming two new team members to Bladen County Sheriff's Office. Deputy Jeremiah Lowery and Detention Officer Dallin Johnson. We look forward to working with each of you.

We would like to wish Edmond W. “Eddie” Caldwell, Jr a happy retirement after dedicating more than 30 years to the North...
06/03/2026

We would like to wish Edmond W. “Eddie” Caldwell, Jr a happy retirement after dedicating more than 30 years to the North Carolina Sheriff’s Association. Eddie has been instrumental in advocating for the men and women in the public safety profession.
He has been a great friend of the Bladen County Sheriffs Office and we are very thankful for our partnership over the years .

Congratulations Eddie on your well deserved retirement.

Below is Biography of Eddie’s life accomplishments:

Eddie Caldwell is the Executive Vice President and General Counsel for the North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association. He served as the Association’s Legislative and Legal Counsel from 1996 until 2004, while a member of the Raleigh law firm of Hafer & Caldwell, P.A. In 2004, he joined the Association on a full-time basis as Executive Vice President and General Counsel.

Previously, he served as the Special Deputy Attorney General for the Law Enforcement Liaison Section of the North Carolina Department of Justice where he provided legal advice and technical assistance to law enforcement officers, agencies, and associations across North Carolina, and prior to that he was a legal instructor at the North Carolina Justice Academy. He has also served as Legal Counsel to the Speaker of the House of Representatives in the North Carolina General Assembly.

Caldwell is a graduate of Campbell University School of Law and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is also a certified law enforcement officer, a certified criminal justice instructor and serves as a member and Vice-Chair of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐬 June 2, 2026 The graduation ceremonies for both East Bladen High School and W...
06/02/2026

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐬



June 2, 2026


The graduation ceremonies for both East Bladen High School and West Bladen High School will be held at Elizabethtown Middle School Gym this Friday, June 5, 2026


East Bladen High School class of 2026 will begin at 10:00 a.m.
West Bladen High School class of 2026 will begin at 3:00 p.m.


Traffic will be congested in the area before and after each ceremony. Please expect delays. Bladen County Sheriff's Office will be assisting with traffic control.

Congratulations to the class of 2026!

Address

299 Smith Circle
Elizabethtown, NC
28337

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+19108626960

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