Road Rage Incident Leads to Multiple Arrests
Press Release
Thomasville, NC – On Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at approximately 3:38 p.m., officers with the Thomasville Police Department responded to the area of Liberty Drive and NC Highway 109 South regarding a disturbance following a motor vehicle crash.
Initial reports indicated that occupants of the involved vehicles were engaged in a physical altercation and that one individual involved was armed with a knife.
The first responding officer arrived alone and encountered multiple adults and juveniles involved in a heated confrontation. Upon arrival, the officer immediately began separating the involved parties and issuing verbal commands in an effort to de-escalate the situation and prevent further violence.
While attempting to separate the individuals, the officer observed one of the involved parties, in possession of a large knife. The officer immediately secured the weapon and continued efforts to keep the involved parties separated while awaiting the arrival of additional officers.
Despite repeated verbal commands from the officer, several individuals continued engaging in aggressive and disorderly behavior. The officer continued attempting to prevent additional physical confrontations and maintain order.
During these efforts, a juvenile involved in the incident repeatedly attempted to re-engage members of the opposing group, ignored multiple lawful commands, and resisted the officer's attempts to gain control of the situation. In order to gain compliance and safely effect an arrest, the officer deployed a brief burst of department-issued OC spray (pepper spray). The juvenile was subsequently detained and taken into custody, and additional officers arrived shortly thereafter to assist in securing the scene.
During the investigation, officers determined that one individual sustained a stab wound to the head during the altercation. Davidson County EMS responded to evaluate the injured party and determined stitches were needed; however, the individual declined medical treatment and transport after being assessed by EMS personnel. EMS also treated another juvenile involved in the incident at the scene and later provided precautionary treatment to individuals exposed to OC spray at the Thomasville Police Department.
The Thomasville Police Department is aware of multiple videos circulating on social media related to this incident. While these videos depict portions of the events that occurred, they do not capture the entire incident from beginning to end. Investigators are reviewing all available evidence, including body-worn camera footage, witness statements, and videos collected from various sources, to ensure a complete and accurate understanding of the events. The Department encourages the public to recognize that short video clips may not reflect the full context of an incident.
Following the investigation, the following individuals were charged:
Shenara D. Roach-Lytch, 29, of High Point, NC
Assault with a Deadly Weapon Inflicting Serious Injury
Contributing to the Delinquency of a Juvenile
Resisting, Delaying, and Obstructing a Public Officer
Disorderly Conduct
Roach-Lytch was held without bond on the charges of Assault with a Deadly Weapon Inflicting Serious Injury and Contributing to the Delinquency of a Juvenile. She received a $500 unsecured bond on the charges of Resisting, Delaying, and Obstructing a Public Officer and Disorderly Conduct.
Melissa Ann Dulaney, 50, of Thomasville, NC
Simple Affray
Resisting, Delaying, and Obstructing a Public Officer
Dulaney received a $500 unsecured bond.
Joseph Doyle Dulaney, 52, of Thomasville, NC
Simple Affray
Dulaney received a $500 unsecured bond.
Sumer Daun Dulaney, 24, of Thomasville, NC
Simple Affray
Dulaney was held without bond.
Colton Bryce Underwood, 20, of Thomasville, NC
Simple Affray
Underwood received a $500 unsecured bond.
The investigation also revealed the involvement of multiple juveniles. One juvenile was taken into custody during the incident and was later released to the custody of a family member at the Thomasville Police Department. Juvenile petitions will be sought in accordance with North Carolina juvenile justice procedures. No additional information regarding the juveniles will be released.
All adult defendants received a court date of November 11, 2026.
The charges listed in this release are allegations. All defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Use of Force Review
During this incident, an officer used force while attempting to take a juvenile into custody after the juvenile repeatedly ignored commands and resisted the officer's efforts to gain compliance.
In accordance with department policy, all uses of force are reviewed by the Thomasville Police Department Professional Standards Division to ensure the actions of the officer were consistent with departmental policy, training, and state law.
Body-worn camera footage captured the incident and, along with other video evidence collected during the investigation, will be maintained as evidence throughout the judicial process.
The Thomasville Police Department reminds motorists that aggressive driving and road rage incidents can escalate quickly and place everyone involved at risk of serious injury. Citizens are encouraged to avoid engaging in confrontations, remain in a safe location when possible, and contact law enforcement to resolve disputes.
The Thomasville Police Department remains committed to transparency and will continue to provide information to the public as appropriate and consistent with North Carolina law and the integrity of any ongoing criminal proceedings.
