Lee County Sheriff's Office NC

Lee County Sheriff's Office NC Lee County NC Sheriff's Office
"Stronger Communities Are Safer Communities"

Department Contact Numbers

Administration – 919-718-4561

Detectives – 919-718-4563

Civil Division – 919-718-4565

Community Policing Unit: 919-718-4561, ext. 5607 or 5629

Drug Division – 919-718-4570

Jail – 919-718-4567

Animal Control (Lost and Found) 919 - 776-7446
https://www.leecountync.gov/departments/animal_services/index.php

Animal Control (To Report Animal Control issues) 919-775-5531

CRIME Tip Line 919-718-4577

Congratulations from the Lee County Sheriff's Office to all of this year's graduates! We also extend our congratulations...
05/31/2026

Congratulations from the Lee County Sheriff's Office to all of this year's graduates!

We also extend our congratulations to the parents, guardians, parent figures, and teachers whose support, guidance, and dedication helped make this achievement possible.

A special shout-out goes to the Southern Lee High School baseball team for an incredible season and for bringing home the State Championship.

Thank you to the American Legion in Broadway for hosting today’s Memorial Day service. Even the rain could not keep peop...
05/25/2026

Thank you to the American Legion in Broadway for hosting today’s Memorial Day service. Even the rain could not keep people away as our community came together to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸

A special moment during the service was Sheriff Estes dedicating a new patrol car in honor of those who served. It was a touching tribute and a reminder that their legacy continues to live on through service to our community.

“This morning, I am honored to dedicate a new patrol vehicle in memory of our fallen military heroes and in recognition of the active service members and veterans throughout our community. This vehicle will serve as more than just a patrol car. It will stand as a moving tribute, a visible reminder throughout Lee County of the sacrifices made by those who defend our freedoms.

Every time this vehicle rolls through our neighborhoods, schools, and streets, we hope it reminds our citizens that freedom is never free. I hope it honors the memory of those who never made it home and shows appreciation to those who still wear the uniform today.”

-Sheriff Estes

Today the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, along with our partners from the Lee County District Attorney’s Office, joined ou...
05/21/2026

Today the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, along with our partners from the Lee County District Attorney’s Office, joined our athletes during the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics North Carolina to run and celebrate their incredible accomplishments.

It was an honor to stand alongside these amazing athletes and support the mission of inclusion, determination, and community. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make today such a special event!

Step back in time at the historic Old Gilliam Mill in Sanford, NC! 🪵✨Hidden away in Lee County, this beautifully restore...
05/17/2026

Step back in time at the historic Old Gilliam Mill in Sanford, NC! 🪵✨

Hidden away in Lee County, this beautifully restored 19th-century mill is a must-visit for history buffs, nature lovers, and photographers alike.

Whether you're walking across the covered bridge, listening to the rushing waters of the millpond, or catching one of their live milling demonstrations, it feels like a peaceful escape from the modern rush.

The reflection of the mill on the water makes for the perfect weekend photo op.

Have you explored this local hidden gem yet? Get out to see the Mill next year. In the link below, you can see how to reserve the park for your next gathering.

Ole Gilliam Mill Park https://share.google/5DlHOlXhDGhh9KzKv

Today we joined forces with the The Enrichment Center of Lee County, NC to shred over 4,000 lbs of documents, helping pr...
05/14/2026

Today we joined forces with the The Enrichment Center of Lee County, NC to shred over 4,000 lbs of documents, helping protect people’s personal information from being stolen.

04/16/2026 Stanley Dramaine Signal (43) of 681 Brooks Mangum Road, Cameron NC was arrested for failure to appear in cour...
05/12/2026

04/16/2026 Stanley Dramaine Signal (43) of 681 Brooks Mangum Road, Cameron NC was arrested for failure to appear in court; he was held under a $500.00 secured bond.

04/16/2026 Ashlee Jo Newell (24) of 691 Ed Thomas Road, Cameron NC was arrested for failure to appear in court; she was held under a $1,000 secured bond.

04/17/2026 Brenda Castevens R***r (50) of 5014 Lower Moncure Road, Sanford NC was arrested for failure to appear in court; she was held under a $2,000 secured bond.

04/17/2026 Kritsada Douglass (56) of 1382 Deep River Road, Sanford NC was arrested for Exposing a Child to a Controlled Substance, Felony Possession of Schedule II Controlled Substance, Simple Possession of Schedule III Controlled Substance, Simple Possession of Schedule VI Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Possession of Ma*****na Paraphernalia; he was held under no bond.

04/18/2026 Woodrow Allen Smith (62) of 72 Stone Hill Lane, Sanford NC was arrested for Attempted Murder, Assault with a Deadly Weapon Intent to Kill, Discharging a Firearm into Occupied Property, Possession of Firearm by Felon, and Simple Assault; he was held under no bond.

04/18/2026 Derek Laquan Blue Jr (38) of 363 Woodland Trail, Sanford NC was arrested for Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession with Intent to Manufacture/Sell/Deliver Methamphetamine, Possession of Ma*****na Up to ½ oz, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia; he was placed under a $10,000 unsecured bond.

04/20/2026 Antwan Lopez Clemons (46) of Butner Federal Prison Camp, 3000 Old 75 Hwy, Butner NC was arrested for 1st Degree Kidnapping, Breaking and/or Entering to Terrorize or Injure, (2) counts of Assault by Pointing a Gun, Misdemeanor Crime of Domestic Violence, Communicating Threats, and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon; he was held under no bond.

04/20/2026 Jessica Marie Mumaw (45) of 2712 Charwood Place, Sanford NC was arrested for Felony Possession of Schedule II Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and (2) counts of Felony Probation Violation; she was held under no bond.

04/20/2026 Jose Juis Elrin (38) of 2129 Hearthstone Drive, Sanford NC was arrested for Larceny by Use of Merchant Emergency Door, and Felonious Possession of Stolen Goods; she was placed under a $10,000 unsecured bond.

04/21/2026 Antwan Lopez Clemons (46) of Butner Federal Prison Camp, 3000 Old 75 Hwy, Butner NC was arrested on a Fugitive Warrant; he was held under no bond.

04/21/2026 Derrion Kelil Johnson (24) homeless of Spring Lake NC was arrested for Possession with Intent to Sell/Deliver Ma*****na, Simple Possession of Schedule VI Controlled Substance, Possession of Ma*****na Paraphernalia, Resisting a Public Officer, Driving While License Revoked, Window Tint Violation, and Possession of Open Container/Consuming Alcohol in Passenger area; he was held under a $15,000 secured bond.

04/21/2026 Paxton Andrew Smith (28) of 6738 E NC 150 Hwy, Sherill’s Ford NC was arrested for failure to appear in court; he was held under a $1,000 secured bond.

04/21/2026 Joshua Drake’kye Calvin (23) of 192 Willett Road, Sanford NC was arrested for Felonious Cruelty to Animals, Taking Game During Closed Season, and Open Burning when Prohibited; he was placed under a $10,000 unsecured bond.

04/21/2026 Cody James Estep (29) of Red Roof Inn, Sanford NC was arrested for Misdemeanor Larceny, and Federal Probation Violation; he was held under no bond.

04/22/2026 Karissa Brooke Watkins (30) homeless of Sanford NC was arrested for Misdemeanor Larceny; she was placed under a $1,000 unsecured bond.

04/22/2026 Dennis NMN Vivas (31) of 79 EJ Estates Drive, Broadway NC was arrested for Possession of Ma*****na Up to ½ oz, Possession of Ma*****na Paraphernalia, Exposing a Child to a Controlled Substance, and Carrying a Concealed Gun; he was held under no bond.

04/22/2026 Sofia Margarita Sanchez (20) of 711 Lakeside Drive, Sanford NC was arrested for Simple Assault, and 2nd Degree Trespass; she was held under a $1,000 secured bond.

04/22/2026 Zoee Isabela Rayon (21) of 2005 Broadway Road, Sanford NC was arrested for Simple Assault; she was held under no bond.

04/22/2026 Jameire Lyntrell Tomlinson (23) of 766 Deer View, Sanford NC was arrested for Fleeing to Elude Arrest, and Possession of a Stolen Motor Vehicle; he was held under a $15,000 secured bond.

04/23/2026 LeRon Darrell King (53) of 597 Dove Road, Cameron NC was arrested for failure to appear in court; he was held under a $1,000 secured bond.

04/24/2026 Dakota William Guilliams (36) of 2774 Pilson Road, Sanford NC was arrested for Misdemeanor Larceny, and Misdemeanor Possession of Stolen Goods; he was held under a $1,000 secured bond.

04/24/2026 Avri Duane Simmons-Bridges (22) of 1483 Farrell Road, Sanford NC was arrested for Larceny of a Motor Vehicle, and Possession of Stolen Goods; he was held under no bond.

04/24/2026 Alexander Israel Soto (34) of 111 N Eighth Street, Sanford NC was arrested for Communicating Threats, and Violation of a Court Order; he was held under no bond.

04/25/2026 Andrew Jordan Goins (30) of 4575 Edwards Road, Sanford NC was arrested for Communicating Threats; he was held under a $5,000 secured bond.

04/26/2026 Jazmyn Denise Snipes (19) of 401 Old Towne Drive, Sanford NC was arrested for Allow Unlicensed to Drive, and Felony Abiding and Abetting; she was held under no bond.

04/26/2026 Zion Lamar Ferebee (19) of 108 Shenita Lane, Edenton NC was arrested for Assault with a Deadly Weapon with Intent to Kill, Discharge firearm within enclosure to incite fear, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Discharging a Firearm Into Occupied Property, Discharging a Firearm in City Limits, No Operators License, Reckless Driving To Endanger, Injury To Personal Property, and Failure to Yield at a Stop Sign or Flashing Red Light; he was held under no bond.

04/26/2026 Sydney Delaine Sykes (22) of 5558 Cool Springs Road, Broadway NC was arrested for Larceny by Removal/Destruction/Deactivation of Anti-Theft Device, Felony Conspiracy, and Misdemeanor Larceny; she was held under no bond.

04/27/2026 Syreetta Tamika Barkley (42) of 208 Stanley Road, Sanford NC was arrested for Communicating Threats; she was placed under a $1,000 unsecured bond.

04/28/2026 Morgan Paige Seymour (41) of 5012 Simpson Drive, Sanford NC was arrested for Possession of Methamphetamine; she was held under a $5,000 secured bond.

04/28/2026 Reece Trenton Mierek (28) of 423 Carpenter Lane, Anderson SC was arrested for Indecent Liberties with a Child; he was held under no bond.

04/28/2026 Devon Marquis Dorsett (34) of 3205 Seth Drive, Sanford NC was arrested for (4) counts of Obtaining Property by False Pretense; he was held under a $50,000 secured bond.

04/28/2026 Dawsynn Paige Davidson (23) of 7696 Sheriff Watson Road, Sanford NC was arrested for Probation Violation; he was held under a $1,500 secured bond.

04/28/2026 Candace Marie Whitt (34) of 262 Heather Megan Lane, Broadway NC was arrested for (3) counts of Misdemeanor Larceny, Misdemeanor Possession of Stolen Goods, (2) counts of Misdemeanor Conspiracy, Misdemeanor Probation Violation; she was held under a $20,000 secured bond.

04/28/2026 Kayla Arieana Thompson (26) of 507 Minter School Road, Sanford NC was arrested for (5) counts of Misdemeanor Larceny, Misdemeanor Possession of Stolen Goods, Misdemeanor Probation Violation, and Misdemeanor Conspiracy; she was held under no bond.

04/29/2026 Maurice Antoine McDougald (42) of 810 McIntosh Street, Sanford NC was arrested for Trafficking of Fentanyl, Possession with Intent to Manufacture/Sell/Deliver Fentanyl, Possession with Intent to Manufacture/Sell/Deliver Schedule II Controlled Substance, Manufacture/Sell/Deliver/Possess a Controlled Substance within 100 feet of a School, (2) counts of Possession of a Stolen Firearm, Trafficking O***m or He**in, Possession of Ma*****na Up to 1/2 oz., Simple Possession of Schedule VI Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon; he was held under no bond.

04/29/2026 Akia Shonta McAuley (38) of 104 A Burgess Circle, Broadway NC was arrested for failure to appear in court; she was held under a $1,000 secured bond.

04/29/2026 Andrew Lane Deal (25) of 108 Knottwood Drive, Sanford NC was arrested for Misdemeanor Crime of Domestic Violence, and Domestic Violence Protective Order Violation; he was held under no bond.

04/30/2026 Kimberly Lee Easterling (55) of 250 Hidden Pond Lane, Sanford NC was arrested for Simple Assault; she was placed under a $1,000 unsecured bond.

04/30/2026 Christopher Allen Stone (45) of 397 Hidden Pond Lane, Sanford NC was arrested for Assault on a Female; he was held under no bond.

04/30/2026 Leslie Marie Knight (45) of 1301 Ray Avenue, Sanford NC was arrested for failure to appear in court; she was held under a $1,000 secured bond.

04/30/2026 Sheronda Renee Ho**er (57) of 1219 Tempting Church Road, Sanford NC was arrested for an outstanding warrant; she was held under a $5,000 secured bond.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms, grandmothers, stepmoms, and mother figures in Lee County and beyond.Today...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms, grandmothers, stepmoms, and mother figures in Lee County and beyond.

Today, we recognize and thank you for the love, sacrifice, strength, and guidance you provide every single day. Whether you are raising children, supporting your family, serving your community, or simply being there when someone needs you most, your impact does not go unnoticed.

On behalf of the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, thank you for all that you do to make our homes, families, and communities stronger. We hope you have a wonderful and blessed Mother’s Day surrounded by those you love.

Sheriff Brian Estes

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is proud to partner with the Lee County Enrichment Center for a community Shred‑A‑Thon!W...
05/07/2026

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is proud to partner with the Lee County Enrichment Center for a community Shred‑A‑Thon!

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.

Bring your confidential papers and documents for safe, secure, on‑site shredding. This free service helps protect you from fraud and identity theft.

Please see the attached flyer for full event details, including date, time, and location.

We hope to see you there!

Public Service AnnouncementWe have been made aware of a fraudulent document being sent via text message claiming that re...
05/02/2026

Public Service Announcement

We have been made aware of a fraudulent document being sent via text message claiming that recipients owe money to a city or county government. This message is a scam.

Do not click on any links, download attachments, or scan QR codes sent in unsolicited messages. These scams are designed to steal passwords and sensitive personal information, and they may even allow criminals to gain control of your device.

Government agencies do not collect payments or request sensitive information through unsolicited text messages. If you receive one of these messages, delete it immediately and do not engage with the sender.

Please share this warning with friends and family to help prevent others from becoming victims.

Attempted Yeet and Skrrrrt with da Heater Lands Man in Jail On May 1st, 2026, Lee County Deputies attempted to conduct a...
05/02/2026

Attempted Yeet and Skrrrrt with da Heater Lands Man in Jail

On May 1st, 2026, Lee County Deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop on NC 87 for motor vehicle violations. The vehicle failed to stop and led deputies on a pursuit on NC 87.

The driver—later identified as convicted felon Christopher Sean Tyson—continued to flee, driving behind a gas station. While attempting to get back onto the roadway, he became stuck and was taken into custody by deputies.

During a search of Tyson’s vehicle, deputies found fentanyl, co***ne, and ma*****na. A Lee County K9, Dempsey, was brought in and deployed to search for discarded items, leading to the recovery of a handgun along the suspect’s flight path. Narcotics agents also responded to the scene and processed the evidence.

The driver, Christopher Sean Tyson (35), was arrested and charged with two counts Trafficking Fentanyl, two counts of Trafficking Co***ne, Possession of Firearm by Felon, Possess with Intent to Sell and Deliver Fentanyl, Possess with Intent to Sell and Deliver Co***ne, Possess with Intent to Sell and Ma*****na, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Ma*****na Paraphernalia, Maintaining a Vehicle for Sale of Controlled Substance, Felony Flee to Elude Arrest, Operating Vehicle with No Insurance, Reckless Driving, Resisting Public Officer, Driving While License Revoked, Driving Left of Center, and Unsafe Movement.

Tyson was brought before a Lee County Magistrate who ordered he be held without bond.

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Sanford, NC
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