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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Press Release March 19, 2026

Post Date:03/19/2026 2:12 PM

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On March 18, 2026, at approximately 11 a.m., Deputies from A-District of the Dare County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the Kill Devil Hills area for a traffic violation.

A Sheriff's Office K9 alerted on the vehicle and a search was conducted, resulting in the discovery and seizure of an amount of synthetic cannabinoid, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia.

Justin D. Cason, M/40, from Knotts Island, NC, was arrested and charged with:

  • Felony Possession of Synthetic Cannabinoid
  • (M) Possession of Marijuana up to ½ oz
  • (M) Possession of Marijuana Paraphernalia 

Cason has been issued a $5,000 secured bond in lieu of these charges.

The Nags Head Police Department also assisted with the incident.

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.

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Cason, Justin
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