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Three Arrested After House Fire In Burlington
March 26, 2025
Alamance County Sheriff's Office
Media Release
Three Arrested After House Fire In Burlington
On Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., Deputies responded to a house fire at 1364 Anthony Rd., Burlington, N.C. The Burlington Fire Department received the alarm at approximately 3:41 p.m. Deputies were called after it was determined the property was in the County jurisdiction.
Deputies discovered that the house had been vacant for several months. In speaking with the property owner, it was determined that the damage was estimated to be $70, 000 to &100,000. The property owner also stated that no one was authorized to be on the property or in the house.
During the investigation, Investigators learned that the house had been occupied by three individuals who were not authorized to be on the property. Deputies identified the suspects as Cynthia Lundy, Brandon Snow, and Phillip Wrenn. The suspects were arrested and taken to the Alamance County Detention Center.
Name: Cynthia Diane Lundy
Charges: 1ct: Misdemeanor Injury to Real Property, 2cts: Misdemeanor Second Degree Trespassing
Name: Brandon Travis Ray Snow
Charges: 1ct: Misdemeanor Injury to Real Property, 2cts: Misdemeanor Second Degree Trespassing
Name: Phillip Earl Wrenn
Charges: 1ct: Misdemeanor Injury to Real Property, 2cts: Misdemeanor Second Degree Trespassing, 1ct: Felony Parole Violation
Stop Sign Violation Leads To Felony Firearms Charges
March 20, 2025
Alamance County Sheriff's Office
Media Release
Stop Sign Violation Leads To Felony Firearms Charges
On Wednesday, March 19, 2025, the Sheriff’s Office Street Crimes Unit conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle within the limits of Burlington, N.C. for a stop sign violation.
A Sheriff’s Office K9 gave an alert to the possible indication of narcotics in the vehicle. Because of the K9 alert, the vehicle was searched for the presence of contraband.
During the investigation, Timothy Raye Williams, a passenger of the vehicle, was found to be in possession of a firearm. Because Mr. Williams is a convicted felon, he is prohibited from possessing any firearms. Mr. Williams was also found to possess marijuana and drug paraphernalia.
Mr. Williams was arrested and transported to the Alamance County Detention Center.
Name: Timothy Raye Williams B/M/58 Greensboro, N.C.
Charges: 1ct: Felony Possess Firearm by Felon, 1ct: Misdemeanor Possess Marijuana,
1ct: Misdemeanor Possess Drug Paraphernalia
Charges Following Threats & Assault
March 20, 2025
Alamance County Sheriff's Office
Media Release
Trio Facing Felony Charges Following Threats & Assault
On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, Deputies on A Platoon were dispatched twice, to the 5800 block of Thom Rd. in southeastern Alamance County.
The first response at 2:20 p.m. was to investigate a threatening text message sent to the victim. Deputies cleared the scene at 3:25 p.m. Ten minutes later at 3:35 p.m., Deputies were dispatched to the same address in reference to a disturbance.
While enroute, Deputies were told a physical altercation was taking place. Deputies were also alerted that an individual had a gun.
On arrival, Deputies encountered the victim who stated he had been assaulted by Michael Alexis Tejada who was in a vehicle on the victim’s property. The victim further stated that Mr. Tejada used the weapon to strike the him in the face.
Deputies approached Mr. Tejada who was ordered to exit the vehicle. Mr. Tejada was immediately detained. Two weapons were found in the vehicle.
During the investigation, Deputies learned that two females were on scene during the altercation. The females were identified as Allie Logan McFarling and Lavonda Lashone Burnette. Ms. Burnett left prior to the arrival of Deputies. Ms. McFarling was located in the victim’s residence and was detained.
Name: Michael Lexis Tejada
Charges: 1ct: Felony Assault with Deadly Weapon Inflicting Serious Injury, 1ct: Felony Assault on Person with Disabilities, 1ct: Felony Conspiracy,
1ct: Misdemeanor Communicating Threats, 1ct: Misdemeanor Assault by Pointing a Gun
Name: Allie Logan McFarling
Charge: 1ct: Felony Conspiracy
Name: Lavonda Lashone Burnette
Charge: 1ct: Felony Conspiracy (Currently Wanted)
Search Warrant Nets Five Felony Arrests
March 19, 2025
Alamance County Sheriff's Office
News Media Release
Multi Agency Search Warrant Nets Five Felony Arrests
On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, the Alamance County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at The Hempary located at 305 W. Harden St., Graham, NC. The Graham Police Department, Burlington Police Department, Graham City Code Enforcement, and North Carolina Department of Revenue, and Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) assisted.
During the execution of the Search Warrant the following employees were located at the business, Avinash Raju KHEMLANI, William Loss HENDERSON Jr, Vaughn Marquez ROUSE, Michael David MILLER, and Nathan Richard TURNER.
KHEMLANI A/M/34 of Hillsborough, N.C., charged with Trafficking in Marijuana, PWIMSD Marijuana, PWIMSD Schedule I Controlled Substance, PWIMSD Schedule IV Controlled Substance, Manufacture/Sell/Deliver/Possess Controlled Substance within 1000ft. of a School and Possess Drug Paraphernalia. He received a $1,500,000 bond. Incarcerated
HENDERSON W/M/42 of Graham, N.C. charged with Felony Possession of Marijuana, Felony Possession of Schedule VI Controlled Substance, Felony Possession of Schedule I Controlled Substance, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He received a $50,000 bond. Incarcerated
ROUSE B/M/24 of Burlington, N.C. charged with Trafficking in Marijuana, PWIMSD Marijuana, PWIMSD Schedule I Controlled Substance, PWIMSD Schedule IV Controlled Substance, Manufacture/Sell/Deliver/Possess Controlled Substance within 1000ft. of a School and Possess Drug Paraphernalia. He received a $1,500,000 bond. Incarcerated
MILLER W/M/29 of Apex, N.C. charged with Felony Possession of Marijuana, Felony Possession of Schedule VI Controlled Substance, Felony Possession of Schedule I Controlled Substance, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He received a $50,000 bond. Released on Bond
TURNER B/M/26 of Burlington, N.C. was served with an outstanding Order for Arrest and was charged with Felony Possession of Marijuana, Felony Possession of Schedule VI Controlled Substance, Felony Possession of Schedule I Controlled Substance, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He received no bond. Incarcerated
This investigation remains ongoing.
Police Seeking Information in Assault Investigation
March 19, 2025
Police Seeking Information in Assault Investigation
Man Attempts To Flee Deputies
March 19, 2025
Alamance County Sheriff's Office
Media Release
Wanted Man Attempts To Flee Deputies In Business Center Parking Lot
On Friday, March 14, 2025, Deputies spotted a Snow Camp man, Danny Gene McBride Jr., who was known to be wanted by the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office on multiple felony charges including assault on a government official along with other outstanding warrants. The Guilford County Sheriff’s Office issued a B.O.L.O. (be on the lookout) for Mr. McBride including a burgundy Chevrolet van.
Alamance County Deputies observed Mr. McBride driving near the intersection of Huffman Mill Rd. and S. Church St. in Burlington driving the burgundy van mentioned in the B.O.L.O.
Deputies followed the van into the New Market Square parking lot in the 2700 block of S. Church St. where a grocery store, restaurants and other shops are located.
After seeing the Deputies, Mr. McBride attempted to flee but was immediate cut-off by another Deputy’s vehicle approaching him from the front. Mr. McBride collided with the Deputy’s vehicle. He then attempted to back up colliding with the Deputies behind him.
Mr. McBride was removed from the van, arrested, and taken to the Alamance County Detention Center where he remains.
No pedestrians were injured, no other vehicles were damaged.
Name: Danny Gene McBride, Jr. W/M/51 Snow Camp, N.C.
Charges: 1ct: Felony Assault on a Government Official, 1ct: Felony Flee to Elude Arrest, 2cts: Misdemeanor Resist, Delay, Obstruct Public Officer, 1ct: Possess Controlled Substance, 12cts: Misdemeanor Traffic Offenses, 5cts: Failure to Appear-Court
Fictitious Documents Used To Post Inmate’s Bond
March 14, 2025
Alamance County Sheriff's Office
Media Release
Media Release
Fictitious Documents Used To Post Inmate’s Bond
March 13, 2025 at 3:54:20 PM EDT
On Tuesday, February 25, 2025, Detectives with the Alamance County Sheriff’s Office received a report that an individual was believed to have used fictitious and altered tax and property documents to post an inmate’s bond.
During the investigation, Detectives confirmed that on two separate occasions, February 19th and March 8th, false documents were presented to the Magistrate’s office which had been digitally altered. Detectives identified the suspect as Christopher Lee Fogleman.
On February 19th, the documents were used to successfully bond out Brian Austin Copeland who was incarcerated at the time for felonious negligent child abuse and felonious restraint. Copeland was arrested and returned to the Detention Center on March 11, 2025.
During this incident, Detectives learned that Mr. Fogleman was aided by Brian Scott Copeland, father of Brian Austin Copeland.
On March 8th, 2025, Mr. Fogleman again presented a different digitally altered property documents in an attempt to bond out Jacqueline Aaron Tart. This attempt was denied by the Magistrate. Ms. Tart remains in jail for felony obtain property by false pretense, felony uttering forged documents, and misdemeanor probation violation. No additional charges were filed against her.
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Name: Christopher Lee Fogelman
Charges: 2cts: Felony Obstruction, 2cts: Felony Accessing a government computer to defraud. 2cts: Felony Conspiracy, 2cts: Felony Forgery of Deeds.
Name: Brian Austin Copeland
Charges: 1ct: Felony Conspiracy, 1ct: Misdemeanor Escape From jail
Name: Brian Scott Copeland
Charges: 1ct: Felony Conspiracy
Arrest made in a stabbing incident
March 07, 2025
Mebane Police Department
Arrest made in a stabbing incident
Mebane Police Department officers responded to a reported assault inside Lowe’s Grocery Store. A suspect was quickly taken into custody without incident, and the victim was airlifted to a local medical facility for treatment.
This remains an active investigation, and we appreciate the community’s support and cooperation. Additional details can be found in our official press release below.
Police Investigate Murder
March 06, 2025
Burlington Police Department
Burlington Police Investigate Murder
*****UPDATE: 03-06-2025****
On March 6, 2025, at 8:54 AM, the Burlington Police Department received a call about a shooting in a parking lot in the 2300 block of Eric Lane. Responding officers from the Burlington Police Department arrived on the scene and located the victim, Donald Long (23 years old). Long died from the injuries he sustained during the incident.
Officers arrested Raquel Strudwick (21 years old) for First Degree Murder. Strudwick remained on the scene after the incident and was taken into custody without incident. Officers determined Strudwick and Long were in a domestic relationship.
Strudwick is currently being held in the Alamance County Jail without bond. No photograph is currently available for Strudwick.
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Burlington, NC | On March 6, 2025, at 8:54 AM, the Burlington Police Department received a call about a shooting in the 2300 block of Eric Lane. Responding officers from the Burlington Police Department arrived on the scene and located one adult male deceased.
Officers are in the early stages of the investigation, and there is no ongoing threat to the community. As the investigation progresses, further information will be released.
The Burlington Police Department is seeking anyone with additional information about this investigation. Please contact the Burlington Police Department at (336) 229-3500. For anonymous methods, call Alamance County-Wide Crimestoppers at (336) 229-7100 or use the mobile app., P3 Tips.
Felony Drug Charges
March 06, 2025
Alamance County Sheriff's Office
Search Warrant Leads To Felony Drug Charges
On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, Alamance County Sheriff’s Office investigators conducted a search warrant at a residence on Collins Dr. in Burlington, N.C. During the execution of the search warrant, investigators located crack cocaine along with drug related items within the residence.
With the discovery of evidence during the execution of the search warrant, Investigators established probable cause for the arrest of Christopher Lamar Crawley.
Mr. Crawley was transported to the Alamance County Detention Center.
Name: Christopher Lamar Crawley
Charges: 1ct: Felony Possession with intent to sell, manufacture, deliver cocaine.
1ct: Felony Maintain Dwelling/Vehicle for the sell of controlled substance
1ct: Misdemeanor Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Shooting near Community Park in Mebane
February 25, 2025
Mebane Police Department
Media Release
Mebane Police have arrested three suspects in connection with the February 25th shooting near Community Park. Thanks to swift action by our officers and the vigilance of our community, the suspects were safely taken into custody, and a firearm was recovered.
After continued investigation it was determined by the Mebane Police Department that two of the three suspects were responsible for the shooting. The following were charged in connection to the incident.
T'Asia Brockington has been charged with:
Assault with a deadly weapon
Discharging a firearm into an occupied vehicle
Discharging a firearm within city limits
Going armed to the terror of the public
Felony flee to elude
Speeding
Driving while license revoked
Careless and reckless driving
Bond: $150,000 secured
Jakiya Cameron-Gooch has been charged with:
Two counts of accessory after the fact
Carrying a concealed weapon
Bond: $75,000 secured
This appears to be an isolated incident with no ongoing threat to public safety. Our investigation remains active, and we encourage anyone with information or video footage to contact MPD at 
(919) 563-9031.
(919) 563-9031.
Shooting Investigation on Queen Anne St.
February 19, 2025
Burlington Police Department
Shooting Investigation
Burlington, NC |
On February 19, 2025, at approximately 6:26 AM, the Burlington Police Department responded to the 500 block of Queen Anne Street regarding a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a 39-year old male who had been shot. The victim was transported to a local hospital and is currently in critical condition. There were no other injuries reported.
At this time, no suspect information is available.
The Burlington Police Department is seeking anyone with additional information about this investigation. Please contact the Burlington Police Department at (336) 229-3500. For anonymous methods, call Alamance County-Wide Crimestoppers at (336) 229-7100 or use the mobile app., P3 Tips.
News Media Release: Homicide Investigation
February 11, 2025
Burlington Police Department
News Media Release: Homicide Investigation
****UPDATE; 02-12-2025****
Burlington Police Investigate Murder/Suicide
Burlington, NC | Officers with the Burlington Police Department have worked to continue the investigation into the shooting deaths of two individuals on February 11, 2025, in the 1200 block of Thomaswood Drive.
It has been determined that Dustin Stephenson (37 years of age) shot and killed Whitney Huston (28 years of age) before shooting and killing himself.
Officers have determined that Stephenson and Huston were in a domestic relationship. No other injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
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Burlington, NC |
On February 11, 2025, at 2:31 PM, the Burlington Police Department received a call about a possible domestic shooting in the 1200 block of Thomaswood Drive. Responding officers from the
Burlington Police Department and Guilford County Sheriff’s Office arrived on the scene and located two individuals deceased.
Officers are in the early stages of the investigation and do not believe there is an ongoing threat to the community. As the investigation progresses, further information will be released.
The Burlington Police Department is seeking anyone with additional information about this investigation. Please contact the Burlington Police Department at (336) 229-3500. For anonymous methods, call Alamance County-Wide Crimestoppers at (336) 229-7100 or use the mobile app., P3 Tips.
Officer Involved Shooting
February 11, 2025
Alamance County Sheriff's Office
Officer Involved Shooting
On Monday, February 10, 2025 at approximately 3:10 p.m., Deputies were dispatched to a ‘Suspicious Vehicle’ call in southern Alamance County south of Snow Camp, N.C.
Two Deputies arrived on scene and encountered a male subject and a vehicle behind a vacant building.
While investigating, the subject produced a gun.
Deputies immediately ordered the subject to drop the gun. The subject failed to comply and raised the gun in the direction of the Deputies.
One Deputy fired striking the subject.
Deputies immediately rendered medical care until the arrival of EMS and Fire Department Responders. No Deputies were injured during this event.
The subject was airlifted to the hospital for treatment where he remains.
The Deputy who fired on the subject was placed on administrative leave.
As is standard procedure, the NCSBI was called and is the lead agency for the investigation. Any questions regarding this investigation are to be addressed to the NCSBI.
Man Charged With Multiple Sexual Assaults
January 29, 2025
Alamance County Sheriff's Office
Media Release
Man Charged With Multiple Sexual Assaults
January 29, 2025 at 2:46:20 PM EST
On Saturday, January 11, 2024, Detectives from the Alamance County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit opened an investigation of alleged sexual assaults. The victim reported that the alleged incidents occurred at two different Alamance County locations over multiple years.
During the course of the investigation, Detectives identified the suspect as Alamance County resident Jose Gasca Morano. Probable cause was established to charge and arrest Mr. Morano.
On Monday, January 27, 2025, Detectives arrested Mr. Morano at his residence and transported him to the Alamance County Detention Center.
Defendant: Jose Gasca Morano
Charges: 1 cts: Felony Statutory Rape
2 cts: Felony Statutory Sex Offense
3 cts: Felony indecent liberties with a child
3 cts: Sex Acts-Parental Role
Search Warrant related to multiple residential burglaries.
January 24, 2025
Graham Police Department
News Release
On 01/24/2025 investigators with the Graham Police Department conducted a search warrant at 213 Washington St. Graham NC, 27253 related to multiple residential burglaries.
During the service of that warrant the suspect in the case, Brian Lee Draper (44 year old W/M), refused to come out of the residence resulting in a brief stand off. With the assistance of the the Burlington/Graham Special response team, members of the Alamance County Sheriff's Office, Guilford County Sheriff's Office, and Orange County Sheriff's Office Mr. Draper was taken into custody without major incident.
There were no reported injuries.
Kidnapping and Armed Robbery
January 17, 2025
Alamance County Sheriff's Office
News Release
Kidnapping and Armed Robbery
On Friday, November 22, 2024, Alamance County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of an armed robbery that occurred in the area of Jim Minor Rd., in Haw River, NC.
The victim reportedly was held at gunpoint inside of a vehicle where money and multiple items were reportedly stolen.
During the course of the investigation, Deputies identified three adults and one juvenile as suspects.
Dwane Curtis Jackson, Lavarris Amar Love, and a juvenile have been arrested for First Degree Kidnapping and Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon.
Parris Lavietea Shoffner is currently wanted for First Degree Kidnapping and Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon.
Name: Dwane Curtis Jackson
Charge(s): 1ct: Felony Kidnapping, 1ct: Felony Robbery With Firearm
Bond: $100,000 Secure
Name: Lavarris Amar Love
Charge(s): 1ct: Felony Kidnapping, 1ct: Felony Robbery With Firearm
Bond: $100,000 Secure
Name: Parris Lavietea Shoffner
Charge(s): 1ct: Felony Kidnapping, 1ct: Felony Robbery With Firearm
Bond: Wanted
Name: Juvenile
Charge(s): 1ct: Felony Kidnapping, 1ct: Felony Robbery With Firearm
If anyone knows the whereabouts of Parris Lavietea Shoffner, call 911 or Alamance County CrimeStoppers at: 336-229-7100 or www.p3tips.com
Stop Sign Violation Leads To Felony Drug Charges
December 31, 2024
Alamance County Sheriff's Office
Stop Sign Violation Leads To Felony Drug Charges
On Friday, December 20, 2024, Investigators with Alamance County Strike Team conducted a traffic stop on a truck pulling a trailer. The driver of the vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign. The location was the intersection of Lower Hopedale and NC Hwy 62 north of Burlington, N.C.
Investigators also notice the truck displayed an expired license plate, and did not display a license plate on the trailer. Investigators identified the driver as Jamel Marquee Turrentine.
During the traffic stop, probable cause was developed to search the vehicle. During the search, Investigators located approximately 60 grams of cocaine, 50 grams of marijuana, a digital scale, and a pistol. Mr. Turrentine was then arrested and transported to the Alamance County Detention Center
Name: Jamel Marquee Turrentine
Charges: 2cts: Felony Trafficking Cocaine (possession/transportation), 1ct: Felony Possession With Intent to Manufacture-Sell-Distribute Cocaine, 1ct Felony Possession With Intent to Manufacture-Sell, Distribute Marijuana, 1ct: Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana Paraphernalia, 1ct: Misdemeanor Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Man Charged With Indecent Liberties
December 16, 2024
Alamance County Sheriff's Office
Media Release
Media Release: Man Charged With Indecent Liberties
On Sunday, September 8, 2024, Detectives began an investigation of an alleged sexual assault which was initially reported to the Alamance County Department of Social Services. The DSS reported that a juvenile stated in an interview of being sexually assaulted.
Detectives, working with DSS, developed probable cause to charge Mathew Shawn Parrott with felony indecent liberties with a child.
Mr. Parrott was arrested on Thursday, December 12, 2024 and taken to the Alamance County detention center. Mr. Parrott was given a $50,000 secure bond. After posting bond, Mr. Parrott was released from custody the same day.
Name: Mathew Parrott W/M/35
Charges: 4cts. Indecent Liberties with a Child
Missing Person/Suspicious Abandoned Vehicle
December 09, 2024
Burlington Police Department
Missing Person/Suspicious Abandoned Vehicle
******Update Up To $5,000 Reward******
The Burlington Police Department has continued to investigate Aamari Eubanks' disappearance.
The Burlington Police Department has increased the reward up to $5,000 for information leading to the location of Eubanks or information leading to the identification of the assailant.
If anyone has any information about Eubanks or observed the silver 2000 Toyota Avalon driven by Eubanks on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, they should contact the Burlington Police Department immediately.
The 2000 Toyota Avalon was observed on Ross Street in Burlington just before being abandoned in a wooded area in the 800 block of Sharpe Road.
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Burlington, NC | On Wednesday, December 4, 2024, Aamari Daeshawn Eubanks was last seen operating a silver 2000 Toyota Avalon leaving the 100 block of Wilkins Road in Haw River, North Carolina. The vehicle was last seen traveling west on US 70 towards Burlington, North Carolina. Mr. Eubanks is a black male, 28 years of age, 5’7” tall, and weighs around 190 lbs. He was last known wearing a black jacket with a bleach stain, black jogger pants, and black and white Adidas tennis shoes. Mr. Eubanks was reported missing to the Haw River Police Department.
On Thursday, December 5, 2024, the Burlington Police Department Communications Center received information that a vehicle was in a heavily wooded area near Sharpe Road. Officers located the 2000 Toyota Avalon Mr. Eubanks was driving abandoned. Based on evidence recovered, the Burlington Police Department believes Mr. Eubanks is in danger and injured from a physical assault by an unknown assailant.
The Burlington Police Department is asking anyone with information about the disappearance of Mr. Eubanks to come forward.
The Burlington Police Department is seeking anyone with additional information about this investigation. Please contact the Burlington Police Department at (336) 229-3500. For anonymous methods, call Alamance County-Wide Crimestoppers at (336) 229-7100 or use the mobile app, P3 Tips. Tips provided through Crimestoppers may be eligible for cash rewards
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