Moore County Sheriff's Office

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Moore County Sheriff's Office The Moore County Sheriff's Office is located at 302 South McNeill Street in Carthage, N.C. Sheriff To report an emergency, please dial 911.

The Moore County Sheriff's Office provides law enforcement service to approximately 90,302 citizens and covers an area of 697.84 square miles. You may also call the Moore County Sheriff's Office at 910-947-2931 to speak with a dispatcher 24 hours a day.

Mark your calendars! Join us for our 4th Annual Trunk or Treat!
10/11/2026

Mark your calendars!

Join us for our 4th Annual Trunk or Treat!

Sheriff Ronnie Fields extends a special congratulations to Chief Deputy Eric Galloway and Major Billy Leonard on their w...
10/06/2026

Sheriff Ronnie Fields extends a special congratulations to Chief Deputy Eric Galloway and Major Billy Leonard on their well deserved promotions.

We also congratulate all our promotions and awards so far this year. These accomplishments represent the hard work and professionalism our employees demonstrate each day.

Captains: Stubbs and Brown
Lieutenants: Tew, Mabe, Blackburn
Sergeants: Price, Cassady, Hoover, Phillips
Detective Sergeant J. Dick
Corporals: Vaughn, Engle, Griffin

Special recognitions:
Detective Sgt McKenzie, Intermediate Certificate
Sergeant Price and Corporal Vaughn, Advanced Certificates

We also congratulate Captain Brock Holder on reaching an incredible milestone—20 years of service in Law Enforcement.

Please join us in congratulating everyone on their accomplishments!
Congratulations and thank you for your continued service to the Moore County Sheriff’s Office and to the citizens of Moore County.

It was an honor to have US Representative, Richard Hudson, and Federal Communications Commission Chairman, Brendan Carr ...
10/05/2026

It was an honor to have US Representative, Richard Hudson, and Federal Communications Commission Chairman, Brendan Carr at the Rick Rhyne Public Safety Center. They were able to see our daily operations and tour the facility.

Jackson Springs Man Arrested Following Undercover InvestigationSheriff Ronnie Fields announces an arrest following an in...
10/02/2026

Jackson Springs Man Arrested Following Undercover Investigation

Sheriff Ronnie Fields announces an arrest following an investigation in the Jackson Springs area of Moore County involving a minor child.

Sheriff’s Investigators assigned to the North Carolina Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force initiated an undercover investigation after receiving information from an out-of-state law enforcement agency concerning a possible Jackson Springs resident engaging in criminal activity involving a minor.

On October 1, 2026, Forensic Specialists executed a search warrant at the residence of Paulino Jardiel Delgado Vargas, age 21, of Jackson Springs, in the Foxfire area of Moore County. Vargas was arrested and charged with two counts of felony indecent liberties with a child. At the time of his arrest, Vargas was found in possession of a stolen fi***rm and was additionally charged with one count of felony possession of a stolen fi***rm.

He was confined to the Moore County Detention Center without bond on the indecent liberties with a child charges and received a $5,500 secured bond on the possession of a stolen fi***rm charge.

Vargas is scheduled to appear in Moore County District Court on October 21, 2026.

All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Sheriff Fields Announces Two Confirmed Cases of Rabies in Moore CountyMoore County Sheriff Ronnie Fields is notifying re...
09/29/2026

Sheriff Fields Announces Two Confirmed Cases of Rabies in Moore County

Moore County Sheriff Ronnie Fields is notifying residents of two confirmed cases of rabies involving a raccoon in the Vass area and a bat in the Whispering Pines area of Moore County.

On September 29, 2026, testing confirmed that both animals were positive for rabies. The cases are separate and involve two different areas of the county.

Sheriff Fields urges residents, particularly those in the Vass and Whispering Pines areas, to remain vigilant and take appropriate precautions to protect themselves and their pets. Residents should avoid approaching or handling wildlife that appears sick, injured, unusually aggressive, disoriented, or otherwise exhibits abnormal behavior.

Anyone who observes an animal exhibiting suspicious behavior is encouraged to contact Moore County Sheriff’s Office Animal Services at (910) 947-2858.

Residents are also reminded to ensure their pets’ rabies vaccinations are current and to avoid allowing pets to come into contact with wildlife.

In remembrance of those we lost 25 years ago today. Remember what truly matters.Let go of the anger. Put aside our diffe...
09/11/2026

In remembrance of those we lost 25 years ago today.

Remember what truly matters.
Let go of the anger. Put aside our differences.
Choose kindness.

Never forget. 🇺🇸

Two Arrested Following Drug InvestigationSheriff Ronnie Fields announces two arrests following a drug investigation in t...
09/09/2026

Two Arrested Following Drug Investigation

Sheriff Ronnie Fields announces two arrests following a drug investigation in the Star area of Moore County.

On September 9, 2026, detectives with the Moore County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at a residence in the 100 block of Cody Lane in the Star area of Moore County. During the search, detectives seized methamphetamine and items of drug paraphernalia.

James Mitchell Britt, 61, of Star, North Carolina, was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Britt was placed under no bond pursuant to a 48-hour hold and is scheduled to appear in court on September 30, 2026 in Moore County District Court.

Christy Elizabeth White, 52, of Star, North Carolina, was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. White received a $25,000 secured bond and is also scheduled to appear in court on September 30, 2026.

All defendants facing criminal charges are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

One arrested after drug investigation in West EndSheriff Ronnie Fields announces the arrest of one individual following ...
09/09/2026

One arrested after drug investigation in West End

Sheriff Ronnie Fields announces the arrest of one individual following a drug investigation in the West End area of Moore County.
On September 8th, 2026, detectives with the Moore County Sheriff’s Office conducted an investigation at a residence in the 1500 block of Murdocksville Road in West End. During the investigation, detectives seized methamphetamine, ma*****na, and multiple items of drug paraphernalia.
Subsequently, Daniel Craig Blue, 71 years of age, of West End, N.C. was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine, simple possession of schedule VI-controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Blue was committed to the Moore County Detention Center under a $5,500.00 secured bond with a Moore County District Court Date of September 30th, 2026.

Sheriff Ronnie Fields announces the arrest of one individual following the search of a residence in the Carthage area of...
09/02/2026

Sheriff Ronnie Fields announces the arrest of one individual following the search of a residence in the Carthage area of Moore County.

Sheriff Ronnie Fields announces the arrest of one individual following the search of a residence in the Carthage area of Moore County.
On September 2nd, 2026, deputies with the Moore County Sheriff’s Office assisted Moore County Probation/Parole with the search of a residence in the Courthouse Square area in Carthage. As a result of the search, deputies seized items of drug paraphernalia, and a fi***rm.

Danny Lynn Brwer, 60 years of age of Carthage, N.C. was arrested and charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of fi***rm by convicted felon. Brewer was committed to the Moore County Detention Center under a $26,500.00 secured bond with a Moore County District Court Date of September 24th, 2026.
All defendants facing criminal charges are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Sheriff Fields Announces Confirmed Case of Rabies in the Pinehurst AreaMoore County Sheriff Ronnie Fields is notifying r...
09/02/2026

Sheriff Fields Announces Confirmed Case of Rabies in the Pinehurst Area

Moore County Sheriff Ronnie Fields is notifying residents of a confirmed case of rabies involving a raccoon in the Pinehurst area of Moore County.
On August 31, 2026, a Moore County Sheriff’s Office Animal Services Deputy responded to a residence on Magnolia Avenue at the request of the Pinehurst Police Department. Upon arrival, the deputy was advised that the homeowner’s dog had been bitten by a raccoon that was exhibiting suspicious behavior consistent with possible rabies.
The Animal Services Deputy was able to capture the raccoon and subsequently transported the animal to Raleigh for testing. The testing confirmed that the raccoon was positive for rabies.
Sheriff Fields urges residents in the Pinehurst area to remain vigilant and take appropriate precautions to protect their pets. Residents should avoid approaching wildlife that appears sick, injured, unusually aggressive, disoriented, or otherwise exhibits abnormal behavior.
Anyone who observes an animal exhibiting suspicious behavior in the Pinehurst area is encouraged to contact Moore County Sheriff’s Office Animal Services at (910) 947-2858.
Residents are also reminded to ensure their pets’ rabies vaccinations are current.

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302 S McNeill Street
Carthage, NC
28327

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Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 10pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 10pm
Friday 7am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 1pm

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+19109472931

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