Smithfield, NC Police Department

11/04/2026

Congratulations Ms. Elliott!

11/04/2026

UPDATE!

A COMMUNITY COMES TOGETHER – MR. GRAHAM FOUND SAFE

The Selma Police Department is extremely grateful to share that Mr. David Graham has been located safely and reunited with his family. He is currently being evaluated by hospital staff as a precaution.

We want to extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who played a part in bringing Mr. Graham home safely.

A special thank you to the members of our community who shared information, offered assistance, and kept Mr. Graham and his family in their thoughts and prayers.

We also want to recognize and thank our public safety partners who stepped up and provided invaluable assistance throughout this search, including:

- North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (NC SBI)
- North Carolina Emergency Management
- Johnston County Emergency Management
- Harnett County Sheriff's Office Bloodhound Unit
- Cary Police Department Bloodhound Unit
- Smithfield Police Department
- Johnston County Communications
-Johnston County Sheriffs Office
- Selma Fire Department
- Johnston County EMS
- Every Selma Police Department officer and investigator who dedicated their time, resources, and efforts to this search.

This situation is a reminder of what can happen when a community and its public safety partners come together with a common purpose. Every phone call, shared post, resource, and helping hand made a difference.

A MESSAGE FROM CHIEF JUSTIN R. VAUSE:

"Today is a reminder that we are stronger when we stand together. As law enforcement officers, we take an oath to serve and protect, but that responsibility extends beyond the badge. It is about caring for people, looking out for our neighbors, and never giving up when someone needs help. I am incredibly proud of our officers and grateful for every agency, individual, and community member who stepped up to help. Most importantly, I am thankful that Mr. Graham is home safely with his family. That is what matters most."

From all of us at the Selma Police Department, THANK YOU! We cannot express how much we appreciate the outpouring of support, compassion, thoughts, and prayers throughout this search.

Today, we are reminded that it takes a community to make a difference. And today, our community brought someone home.

Welcome home, Mr. Graham!

11/03/2026

🚔💙 28 YEARS OF SERVICE, LEADERSHIP & DEDICATION! 💙🚔

Today, the Smithfield Police Department is proud to recognize Captain David Tyndall as he celebrates an incredible 28 years in law enforcement!

Captain Tyndall began his law enforcement career in 1998 with the Greene County Sheriff’s Office. In 2007, he joined the Smithfield Police Department, where he has continued his commitment to serving the community and helping shape the future of law enforcement.

Throughout his career, Captain Tyndall has demonstrated a strong commitment to professional development, training, and leadership.

His accomplishments include:

🚔 Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Instructor
🚔 Rapid Deployment Instructor
🚔 ASP Baton and Handcuffing Instructor
🚔 Special Response Team (SRT) Certification
🚔 Administrative Officers Management Program (AOMP) – Class 93
🚔 FBI Command College

While these accomplishments are certainly impressive, one of Captain Tyndall’s most meaningful contributions to law enforcement is his dedication to developing the skills, knowledge, and confidence of young officers so they can enjoy safe, successful careers.

The impact of a law enforcement career isn’t measured solely by the number of years served, but also by the people mentored, the lessons shared, and the difference made along the way. Captain Tyndall’s investment in the next generation of officers is a contribution that will continue long beyond his own career.
Twenty-eight years of putting on the badge. Twenty-eight years of commitment to the profession. Twenty-eight years of making a difference.

Captain Tyndall, thank you for your leadership, your dedication to your fellow officers, and your unwavering commitment to the law enforcement profession.

Please join us in congratulating Captain David Tyndall on 28 outstanding years of service! 👏💙

11/03/2026

🚨 MISSING PERSON – HELP US LOCATE DAVID GRAHAM 🚨

The Selma Police Department is currently seeking the public’s assistance in locating Mr. David Graham, who has been reported missing. Last seen in the 400-blk of E Griswold st around 0450 hrs. We are currently asking anyone with cameras in the area to check your cameras to see if it may have caught him walking during that time.

We have checked all means of public transportation, EMS, local hospitals, family and friends.

The PD Drone team, FD drone team has been deployed, neighborhood canvas has been conducted.

Description:

- Name: David Graham
- Date of Birth: 01/19/1951
- Race/Sex: White Male
- Height: Approximately 5’01”–5’04”
- Hair: White
- Other Identifying Features: Wears glasses
- Last Known Clothing: Plaid pajama pants and a white or gray T-shirt.

We are asking residents and members of the surrounding communities to please be on the lookout for Mr. Graham.

If you locate Mr. Graham or have any information regarding his whereabouts, please contact 911 immediately.

Please share this post to help spread the word. Your assistance could make a difference in helping us locate Mr. Graham and ensure his safe return.

Thank you for your assistance and continued support of the Selma Police Department.

11/02/2026

Happy National Ohio Day!

We’re giving a shout-out to Sergeant Gibson and his home state today. Apparently, being from Ohio comes with a responsibility to make sure everyone else knows about Ohio. We’re helping him fulfill that obligation.

A few fun facts about the Buckeye State:

- Ohio became our nation’s 17th state in 1803.
- Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the moon, was born in Wapakoneta, Ohio. Talk about taking “getting out of town” seriously!
- Ohio has the ONLY U.S. state flag that isn’t rectangular. Even their flag has to be different.
- Seven U.S. presidents were born in Ohio.
- Ohio also gave us Sergeant Gibson. We’re sure that fact will make the tourism brochure any day now.

Happy National Ohio Day from the Smithfield Police Department! We’ll return to our regularly scheduled North Carolina content after Sergeant Gibson finishes telling us why Ohio is better.

11/02/2026

We had a great time at Saturday morning's Trunk-or-Treat event at Smithfield Community Park! Thank you to Smithfield Parks and Recreation for hosting such a great event that allows for all of us to come together.

11/02/2026

The fall fun isn't over just yet....we're leaving this contest open until this Wednesday, November 4th. At 1:00 PM the contest will close. Winner will be announced later in the afternoon.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween Smithfield!

10/30/2026

We came to the Boo Bash for candy and community fun. Apparently, we were also holding a hiring event.

Don’t forget to come out tomorrow and see us at the trunk-or-treat event at Smithfield Community park!

10/30/2026

Alright Smithfield! We’re out here at the Boo Bash at Smith-Collins Park. Come get some candy, stickers and FREE pumpkins!