On October 10, 2023, at 11:10 p.m., the North Carolina Highway Patrol responded to a bicycle collision on the eastbound shoulder of Old Highway US 64 West near Wholesale Alley.
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Davidson County Sheriffs Office Produces Series: Never Forgotten
On the first Monday of each month, we will highlight an unsolved homicide or missing person case from Davidson County. Our hope is that by bringing these cases back into the public eye, someone may remember a detail, recognize a name, or come forward with information that could help move an investigation forward.
Guilty verdict in overdose death trial that killed a mother and her infant child
Following a week-long trial in Davidson County Superior Court, a jury found Donta Williams, 37, of High Point, North Carolina, guilty on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, of death by distribution and involuntary manslaughter. He was sentenced to an active prison term of 199 to 260 months in the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction.
Grand Jury issues indictment for local murder
Monday July 6, 2026, Detectives with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division (CID) appeared before the Davidson County Grand Jury in reference to the murder of Michael Steven Allen, 44-year-old male, Lexington, that occurred in April of 2026.
NC Lawmakers finally agreed on a budget proposal. Here’s what it means for you.
Republican leaders in the North Carolina General Assembly unveiled a full budget proposal a year late. Here are some of the topline items.
Two Found Dead Following Welfare Check, Suspect Arrested
According to the Davidson County Sheriff's Office, deputies were dispatched on Monday, June 29, after receiving a 911 call reporting that an individual had claimed to have broken into the home and killed two people.
Man Accused of Shooting at Woman, Damaging Home
On June 14, 2026, Patrol Deputies with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office responded to 215 Adams Court, Winston Salem, regarding to a domestic assault.
Lexington Teen Charged After Pursuit Ends in Crash, Power Outage
On June 6, 2026, detectives with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office T.R.A.C.E. Team attempted to conduct a traffic stop on South NC Highway 150 near Michael Road in Lexington.
Sheriff’s Office Offers Reward as Vehicle Break-In Cases Top 50 Davidson County
The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office is offering a $1,000.00 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the offender(s) who are committing these crimes.
Two men charged with child felony abduction
This case remains open and is ongoing and no further details will be released at this time.
Motorcycle Pursuit in Holly Grove Ends in Arrest, Multiple Charges Filed
A Holly Grove traffic stop on April 23 ended in a brief motorcycle pursuit and the arrest of 23-year-old Devon Gage Helms of Linwood on multiple charges, including felony flee to elude and drug offenses.
No Injuries Reported After Shooting at Vehicle in Davidson County, Suspect Arrested
Information provided by the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office
Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public Help Identifying Suspects in Southmont Theft
Investigators say surveillance footage captured images of two individuals during the theft. Authorities are now asking the public to help identify the men seen in the footage.
Sheriff's Office Charges Two in Multi‑County Telephone Line Theft Investigation
On February 6th,2026, Detectives with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office T.R.A.C.E. Team obtained warrants related to multiple cases involving the destruction and larceny of Windstream Communication lines in Davidson County.
Press Release: Man Charged with misdemeanor death by motor vehicle
A Lexington man has been charged in connection with a January weather-related traffic crash that later resulted in the death of a pedestrian, according to the Lexington Police Department.
Davidson County man arrested for alleged domestic violence with intent to kill
All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Thomasville Police Department is currently investigating a shooting that occurred at Sheetz
The Thomasville Police Department is currently investigating a shooting that occurred at Sheetz, located at 1810 Liberty Drive.
Alleged larceny leads to child exploitation charges
Davidson County Sheriff’s Office T.R.A.C.E. Team Arrests Lexington Man for Child Exploitation Charges following theft investigation.
Two injured in stabbing, suspect apprehended
Two Injured in Stabbing in Lexington North Carolina—On Friday, January 2, 2026, at approximately 5:32 p.m., Deputies with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division responded to a reported stabbing at 2719 Arnold Rd., Lexington.
Lexington man charged with death by distribution
Christopher Brandon Yokeley, 45, of Lexington has been charged with death by distribution following an extensive investigation by the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office.