Detectives are looking for a suspect vehicle, a 2011 Lexus IS250, black or dark gray, Georgia license plate CWW3774. If anyone sees the vehicle, do not approach; call 911.
All in safety
UPDATE: Suspect in vehicle chase who fled on foot captured by police
LEXINGTON, NC – Lexington Police Officers attempted a vehicle stop on a U-Haul box truck on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at 4:51 pm on South Main Street at Fowler Avenue. The purpose of the stop was that the driver of the vehicle, Jonathan Dillon, age 31, had outstanding felony warrants. Dillon failed to stop for officers and led them on a pursuit, which lasted 24 miles.
Thomasville fire truck involved in collision, multiple injured
On Sunday, December 17, 2023, at 1:10 pm, multiple emergency personnel units responded to the area of I85 southbound near Fisher Ferry Street in reference to a traffic accident where one patient was reportedly pinned underneath a vehicle.
Alert En Espanol: Raccoon Confirmed Positive for Rabies in Davidson County
La rabia es una enfermedad prevenible por vacunación en humanos, perros, gatos y hurones, pero sin la vacuna y el tratamiento posterior a la exposición, el virus es mortal en un 99,9%. La ley de Carolina del Norte requiere que todos los gatos, perros y hurones domésticos reciban la vacuna contra la rabia antes de los 4 meses de edad y se mantengan al día.
Alert: Raccoon confirmed positive for rabies in Davidson County
Rabies is a vaccine preventable disease in humans, dogs, cats, and ferrets, but without the vaccine and postexposure treatment, the virus is 99.9% fatal. North Carolina law requires that all domestic cats, dogs, and ferrets receive the rabies vaccine by 4 months of age and kept current.
Thomasville PD Alert: Pedestrian hit and killed while crossing HWY 29
On Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at 1:45 a.m., emergency personnel were dispatched to the area of U.S. 29S and North Road in reference to a pedestrian struck by a tractor-trailer.
Davidson County Sheriff’s Office participate in state Tree of Life Vigil
On Dec 1, 2023, Detectives with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Traffic & Criminal Enforcement Unit attended the 26th Annual Tree of Life Candlelight Vigil. The Vigil took place on the grounds of the State Capitol Building in Raleigh to honor those killed in traffic crashes on North Carolina roads.
Alert: Skunk Confirmed Positive for Rabies in Davidson County
After being notified of a bite incident involving a skunk on December 3rd, 2023 Animal Control was able to safely remove the animal from the property and recommend it be tested for the rabies virus. The individual involved did promptly seek postexposure prophylaxis treatment. This incident occurred near US Hwy 64 in Lexington North Carolina.
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist: Temporary Visitor restrictions begin Thurs. Dec 7th
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Health implements temporary restrictions due to an increasing respiratory virus.
Deputies arrest registered sex offender for trespassing
On December 4th, 2023 at around 8 pm Davidson County Deputies responded to an address in the northern end of Davidson County in reference to a trespassing call for service. Registered sex offender Jager Leonard was at the residence trespassing.
Thomasville fire leads to firefighter being hospitalized
At around 11:38 p.m. on Friday, firefighters got an alert about a working structure fire on the 900 block of Rosedale Drive. Details are still under investigation.
Sheriff's office makes arrest based on NC Sex Offender Registry Violation
On Monday, Nov. 20th, 2023 Stephen Grady was taken into custody where he was served with an outstanding warrant for his arrest. The warrant was issued for Felony Sex offender unlawfully on the premises due to residing within 1,000 feet within Lexington Senior High School. He received a $5,000 secured bond and was placed into the Davidson County Detention Center.
Animal cruelty investigation: Sheriff's Office seeks information
During the investigation, it was determined through interviews and veterinary documentation, that a horse and a cow had possibly been shot with Black Powder Shot and are currently going through medical treatment at this time.
EMS seeks to provide more hands-only training and public education
For information on hosting a FREE “hands-only” (not for certification purposes) CPR event, contact (336) 236-3103 or Race.Cars.Trial@davidsoncountync.gov.
Alert: TPD needs help identifying alleged person(s) involved in car theft
Content is subject to change at any time. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Press Release: Sheriff's office and task force make arrest in sexual exploitation case
On Monday, November 13, 2023, Detectives with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division / Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, arrested and charged Robert Joseph Gallazzi, of Lexington, North Carolina, with ten counts of felony second-degree sexual exploitation.
Scam Alert: Denton FarmPark
If you see someone "selling their ticket" That's not true! We don't give out the tickets until you walk through the gates!
Press Release: Lexington Police Department arrests suspect in church fire
On Sunday, November 12, 2023, Lexington Police Officers arrested 42-year-old Aimee Lakey concerning a fire on Main Street on October 28. Lakey was charged with burning of a church, and bond has been set at $25,000. The church is owned by Jesus Comes First Ministries.
Press Release: Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center receives “A” Hospital Safety Grade
Novant Health Thomasville awarded most ‘As’ for patient safety.
Veteran to hold vigil for families impacted by drug overdoses and suicide
Navy veteran Mike Loomis and wife Lorie will host “A Night of Remembrance” for those lost to overdose and suicide on Nov. 19th from 6pm to 8pm on the steps of the old courthouse.