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:

Press Release January 26, 2026

Post Date:01/26/2026 10:17 AM
  • Contact Chief Deputy Jeff Deringer
  • Email jsd@darenc.gov
  • Phone(252)475-5980

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On January 24, 2026, at approximately 07:33 p.m., Deputies from the Dare County Sheriff's Office responded to a disturbance in Roanoke Island, Manteo.

Upon arrival, deputies observed drug paraphernalia in plain view. A search warrant was obtained, leading to the discovery and seizure of marijuana, buprenorphine, and a straw with cocaine residue.

Angela K. Baum, F/28, of Manteo, NC, was arrested and charged with:

Felony Possession of Cocaine
Felony Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance
Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana > ½ to 1 ½ oz
Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana Paraphernalia
Misdemeanor Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Baum has been issued a $30,000 secured bond in lieu of these charges.

The Dare County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to upholding public safety and encourages anyone with information about criminal activity to contact local law enforcement.

For more information on press releases, please contact Chief Deputy Jeff Deringer at (252)475-5980.

For tips, contact the Sheriff’s Office or Dare County Communications Center at (252)473-3444.

Baum, Angela
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