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TRAFFIC ALERT (HWY 172)10-15-2610:04 amDrivers traveling on Hwy 172 in Sneads Ferry near Wood Creek RV Park will experie...
10/15/2026

TRAFFIC ALERT (HWY 172)

10-15-26
10:04 am
Drivers traveling on Hwy 172 in Sneads Ferry near Wood Creek RV Park will experience traffic delays as crews work the scene of a multi-car collision. Please proceed through the area with caution.

The Onslow County Sheriff’s Office is proud to partner with the Drug Enforcement Administration for National Prescriptio...
10/15/2026

The Onslow County Sheriff’s Office is proud to partner with the Drug Enforcement Administration for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day!

Join us on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to safely dispose of your unused or expired medications—no questions asked.

💊 Drop-off Locations:
📍 Walmart – 349 Kinston Hwy, Richlands
📍 Walgreens – 3069 Richlands Hwy, Jacksonville

This is a quick and easy way to keep your home safe, prevent misuse, and protect our community and environment.

If you want to turn in the medication in the original prescription bottle, we encourage you to remove the label or mark out the information on the bottle. For liquids, please keep those sealed in the original bottle. If you can't make it to one of our partner locations, you can drop off at the drop box in the lobby of the Onslow County Sheriff’s Office during office hours any day of the week.

UPDATE: 10-15-26Katherine Dionne has been located. Thank you to all who assisted in providing tips.---------------------...
10/14/2026

UPDATE: 10-15-26

Katherine Dionne has been located. Thank you to all who assisted in providing tips.

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Katherine Dionne (MISSING PERSON)

The Onslow County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing person.
Katherine Dionne was last seen on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 in the area of Olde Towne Point.

If you or someone you know has any information, please contact the Onslow County Sheriff's Office General Crimes Unit at 910-455-3113.

TRAFFIC ALERT (GUM BRANCH) 10-14-264:00 PMDrivers traveling on Gum Branch Road near Kinsey Lane are experiencing traffic...
10/14/2026

TRAFFIC ALERT (GUM BRANCH)

10-14-26
4:00 PM

Drivers traveling on Gum Branch Road near Kinsey Lane are experiencing traffic delays as crews are working the scene of a multi-car collision. Please proceed through the area with caution or use alternate routes.

This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to be part of an agency that values safety, respect, and dedication. ...
10/14/2026

This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to be part of an agency that values safety, respect, and dedication. Becoming a Detention Officer is a great career move with excellent pay, generous benefits, and a manageable schedule.

This is a full-time, permanent position.

Detention Officers w/out DOCC start at $22.00 per hour ($49,193.34 per year) based on an 86-hour (2-week) pay period. With DOCC, starts at $23.10 per hour - $51,652.71 per year) based on an 86-hour (2-week) pay period.

COLLEGE TUITION REIMBURSEMENT AVAILABLE - COST OF LIVING INCREASES APPLIED TO POSITION EACH FISCAL YEAR - PERFORMANCE BASED PAY INCREASES BASED ON ANNUAL EVALUATION - BASIC LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING PAID FOR TO BECOME A DEPUTY

Plus, with the added opportunity for advancement and growth, you’ll always have the chance to continue developing your skills and career.

If you’re ready to make a difference, apply today!

For more information on how to apply or to get started, visit onslowsheriffnc.gov and click JOIN OUR TEAM at the top of the page. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

The annual Businesses Assisting Schools in Educating Students, or BASES, recognition ceremony took place on Friday, Octo...
10/14/2026

The annual Businesses Assisting Schools in Educating Students, or BASES, recognition ceremony took place on Friday, October 9, 2026, at the Eastern North Carolina Regional Skills Center,

Nearly 200 local businesses and organizations were celebrated for their investment in Onslow County Schools during the 2025-26 year.

During the 2025-26 school year, business and community partners contributed nearly $350,000 in donations and more than 2,350 volunteer hours. One of those recognized in the highest tier, the Hall of Fame, was the Onslow County Sheriff's Office.

Thank you, Onslow County Schools, for the continued partnership for our local students!!!

10/13/2026

Rage-baiting the Sheriff's Office gone.....right? 😆

We told the deputies they were answering questions about a recent survey. They were not 😅

SBI INVESTIGATING INMATE DEATH IN ONSLOW COUNTY DETENTION CENTERPUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICEOctober 12, 2026ONSLOW COUNTY – The...
10/12/2026

SBI INVESTIGATING INMATE DEATH IN ONSLOW COUNTY DETENTION CENTER

PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE
October 12, 2026

ONSLOW COUNTY – The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) is investigating the death of an inmate at the Onslow County Detention Center over the weekend.

Around 4 a.m. on Sunday, October 11, 2026, a detention officer with the Onslow County Sheriff’s Office found Christopher James Brookins, 55, of Kinston unresponsive due to an apparent medical emergency in his cell. The detention officer immediately notified the Sheriff’s Office on-duty medical staff, who quickly responded and began life-saving measures.

Onslow County Emergency Services also responded. Despite life-saving measures, Brookins was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Onslow County Sheriff Chris Thomas immediately requested the SBI to investigate the death and notified Onslow County District Attorney Ernie Lee.

Brookins was arrested by the Onslow County Sheriff’s Office on August 19, 2026, for felony s*x offender unlawfully on child premises, felony probation violation, and misdemeanor parole violation. He was given an $85,000 secured bond.

The cause of death is pending an autopsy, and any further questions regarding the investigation should be directed to the SBI.

SEPTEMBER 2026 CRIME STATS 📊📉The Onslow County Sheriff’s Office monthly crime reports are shared to provide transparency...
10/12/2026

SEPTEMBER 2026 CRIME STATS 📊📉

The Onslow County Sheriff’s Office monthly crime reports are shared to provide transparency and awareness. By releasing this information, we aim to keep residents informed about crime trends in our county, highlight areas of focus for enforcement, and reinforce our commitment to proactive policing.

Below is a snapshot from September 1 – September 30, 2026:

Statistics following Speeding Citations and DWI Arrests represent incidents that were REPORTED to the Sheriff's Office to show where we are seeing trends occur.
The numbers in the chart are NOT all the reported incidents during September.

Public awareness plays an important role in prevention. When our community understands what’s happening locally, we can work together to reduce crime, support victims, and strengthen neighborhood safety.

If you see suspicious activity, report it. If you have information about a crime, contact the Sheriff's Office at 910-455-3113, call Onslow Crime Stoppers at 910-938-3273, or text via Text-A-Tip by typing TIP4CSJAX and your message to 274637 (CRIMES). You can remain anonymous during these calls.💙

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717 Court St
Jacksonville, NC
28540

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