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.
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Sheriff's Office News:

Sheriff’s Blotter November 2025

Post Date:12/01/2025 12:24 PM
  • Contact Chief Deputy Jeff Deringer
  • Email Jsd@darenc.gov
  • Phone(252)475-5980
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Sheriff’s Blotter
November 1, 2025 – November 30, 2025
Dare County Unincorporated Areas

November 3, 2025
Financial Card Fraud. 200 block of Broadbay Drive, Colington. Victim’s electronic devices were compromised and $1,000 was stolen by an unauthorized Zelle money transfer. Under investigation.

November 5, 2025
Financial Card Fraud. 26000 block of Galleon Drive, Salvo. $7,500 stolen from the victim’s account. Under investigation.

November 9, 2025
Insurance Fraud. 100 block of Dogwood Trail, Roanoke Island. False procedures billed to the victim’s Medicaid Policy. 

November 11, 2025
Larceny. 900 block of Harbor Road, Wanchese. GPS unit stolen from a boat.

November 19, 2025
Forgery. 57000 block of Stowe Landing, Hatteras. Issued check was altered and forged. Under investigation.  

November 20, 2025
Financial Card Fraud. 23000 block of NC 12 Hwy, Rodanthe. $4,000 taken from an account without authorization. Under investigation.

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