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CRIME & SAFETY
Investigation ongoing after missing woman found dead in Brunswick Co.
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - An investigation continues after authorities found a missing woman dead near Bolivia, according to the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office. Per the BCSO, authorities received a call Tuesday morning, July 16, in reference to a woman who may be missing in a wooded area near Colonial Landing in Bolivia.
'There's blood everywhere': 911 call describes gruesome scene in fatal Carolina Beach stabbing
A 911 call and computer dispatch record provide more details in a Carolina Beach stabbing on July 4th. Carolina Beach police were dispatched to the 600 block of Spencer Farlow Drive at 7:40 a.m. on July 4th in response to a "person down" call for service, according to a prior news release from the town of Carolina Beach. Officers observed a deceased victim, identified as 28-year-old Dakota Ryan Capes of Carolina Beach, with apparent stab wound...
After 2 alligator scares in weeks, NC beach town police warn about ‘aggressive’ gators
SUNSET BEACH, N.C. (WNCN) — Police at a North Carolina beach town have warned about “aggressive” nesting alligators after encounters with the dangerous reptiles twice in less than three weeks. Sunset Beach officers first reported the driver of a car was kept away from his vehicle on June 20 when an alligator was spotted lurking […]
Oak Island house at total loss after fire breaks out
OAK ISLAND, NC (WWAY) — The Oak Island Fire Department responded to a house fire at 9:35 pm on 210 NE 42nd street in Oak Island. Initial reports are that the two occupants inside the home smelled smoke and went outside to discover fire on the underside of the home. They were able to self-evacuate and no injuries were reported.
Wilmington man accused in felony hit and run
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — A Wilmington man is facing felony hit-and-run charges after hitting a pedestrian near downtown Wilmington and leaving the scene. According to a Wilmington Police Department spokesperson, officers were called to the 800 block of South 5th Avenue just after 3pm on June 25th.
Detectives not facing charges after fatally shooting man near South Kerr Avenue
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - No law enforcement will be facing charges in connection to the fatal shooting by deputies that killed 34-year-old Steven Ryan Todd on June 13. The announcement was made at a press conference on July 19 regarding the shooting where deputies fired 51 times at a man who had crashed into a police vehicle, according to District Attorney Ben David.
No charges for New Hanover detectives in shooting death of suspect at traffic stop
Three New Hanover County detectives who discharged their firearms in a fatal shooting at the intersection of S. Kerr Avenue and Wilshire Boulevard will not face charges following an investigation. Steven Ryan Todd, who was suspected of having stolen property and eluding law enforcement among other offenses, was located via traffic stop in...
Man sentenced for cousin's death in Atlantic Beach hotel incident
ATLANTIC BEACH, Carteret County — A Wilmington man was sentenced to prison for involuntary manslaughter regarding his cousin's death at a local hotel in Atlantic Beach in 2020. A judge sentenced Shaquille O'Neil Carter on Friday, July 12 after he was convicted of involuntary manslaughter and possession of a...
Wilmington police looking for runaway teenager
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Wilmington Police Department has announced that it is looking for 16-year-old Lucas Daylon Casteen. Per the WPD, Casteen is a runaway juvenile who was last seen riding an e-bike on Hunting Ridge Road. He did not take the charger for the bike with him. At...
Wilmington Police Department assemble First Responder Kits4Kids
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Wilmington Police Department taking steps to help ease emotional trauma for children they encounter at crime scenes. The department made what is called Kits4Kids. The kits contain things like Rubik’s Cubes, crayons and miniature vehicles. In addition to helping children get through a difficult time, WPD hopes that these kits will help young children build a positive relationship with law enforcement. Officer Lynn Hartley, who works with Community Engagement, said she thinks these kits are a must-have in a First Responders tool kit.
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