The Dare County Sheriff's Office is proud to protect and serve its community, citizens and visitors. Since 1870, Dare County Deputies have been doing their part to help make our community on the Outer Banks, Roanoke Island and the mainland of Dare County a better place to live, work and visit. With a current staff of 147 Deputies and support personnel, the Dare County Sheriff's Office is a full-service law enforcement agency working within various divisions. We also run a great Summer Camp for our youth.
"Serving with Integrity, Honor and Commitment"

Sheriff's Office News:

Sheriff's Blotter June 2025

Post Date:07/01/2025 1:40 PM
  • Contact Chief Deputy Jeff Deringer
  • Email jsd@darenc.gov
  • Phone(252)475-5980

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SHERIFF’S BLOTTER
June 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025
Dare County Unincorporated Areas

June 2, 2025
Larceny. 100 block of Rogers Road, Roanoke Island. Two firearms reported missing from a residence.

June 10, 2025
Obtaining Property by False Pretenses. 47000 block of Dippin Vat Road, Buxton. Victim sent scammers $1,300 through Apple Pay and Zelle as part of a missing jury duty scam.

June 12, 2025
Obtaining Property by False Pretenses. 6000 block of Martins Point Road, Martins Point. Unauthorized charges made to a business account. Under investigation.

June 18, 2025
Obtaining Property by False Pretenses. 100 block of Soundshore Drive, Colington. Unauthorized charges made to a bank account. Upon further investigation a suspect was identified, warrants were issued and the suspect turned their self in.

June 18, 2025
Obtaining Property by False Pretenses. 40000 block of NC Hwy 12, Avon. A $40,000 payment was sent to the wrong account after the recipients email was compromised. Under investigation.

June 26, 2025
Forgery. 42000 block of Askins Creek Drive, Avon. Checks altered and forged. Under investigation.

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