The Davidson Anti-Drug Regional Taskforce, or DART, was formed in September and includes partnerships between the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office, Lexington Police Department and Thomasville Police Department.
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Davidson County Sheriff's Office investigates customer fraud and bounced check
Mohamed Morsi, age 51, of Trinity, North Carolina made a purchase at Shuler Meats in a deceptive manner with a worthless check. An arrest warrant was obtained for Morsi, charging him with felony obtaining property by false pretenses and felony worthless check.
Denton Police Seek Public’s Help After Early-Morning Vehicle Break-In
Anyone with information is asked to contact law enforcement immediately by calling 911.
Uptick in Car Theft: Thomasville Police Issue Holiday Safety Reminder Amid Rise in Vehicle Break-Ins
According to the department, “Many of these incidents involve unlocked vehicles or valuables left in plain sight.” Officials say the recent uptick has prompted an emphasis on preventive measures and community awareness.
73-Year-Old Man Allegedly Killed by Pack of Dogs
On Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Deputies responded to a residence in the Silver Valley Community, on Jeanette Lane, Thomasville, North Carolina, in reference to a death investigation.
Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Two Dollar General Robbery Incidents
On Sunday, November 16, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., Davidson County Sheriff’s Patrol deputies responded to an armed robbery at a Dollar General store.
Lexington Police Arrest Two After Pursuit of Stolen Vehicle
On Monday, November 17, 2025, at approximately 2:07 p.m., LPD officers located a reported stolen vehicle being operated by two subjects and attempted to stop it. The driver of the stolen vehicle failed to stop and led officers on a pursuit.
Elderly man arrested in connection with double homicide
A 78-year-old man has been arrested and charged with double homicide connected to an incident on Friday in northern Davidson County.
Third Arrest Made in Jessup Street Homicide Case
The Lexington Police Department has announced a third arrest connected to the June 7 shooting death of 19-year-old Xzavion Tyleal Booker.
Davidson and Davie Apprenticeship Consortium welcomes 11 new apprentices in official signing ceremony
The 11 apprentices spent the summer in a pre-apprenticeship program, but with the signing they begin their four years of on-the-job training with a DDAC member company along with classes at Davidson-Davie Community College.
Ricky Lam Indicted for Murder of Missing Lexington Woman Nancy Bunly
According to investigators, Bunly was last seen at her residence the night of September 22, 2024, by her live-in boyfriend, Ricky Lam. The couple shared a home with their newborn child. Early evidence led detectives to believe that Bunly may have been harmed.
Davidson EMT and police officer charged in obstructing child sex abuse case
A Davidson County EMT and a police officer from Catawba County have been accused of accessing a government computer system to alert the suspects in an ongoing child sex abuse case.
Davidson County Officials Charge EMT, Police Officer With Accessing Government Computers in Abuse Probe
Due to the sensitive nature of this case and the ongoing investigation, no further details will be released at this time.
Person identified in the disappearance of Nancy Bunly arrested for alleged homicide in Guilford County
The man identified as a person of interest in the disappearance of Nancy Bunly in Lexington has been charged with murder of another missing woman in Guilford County.
Twenty two year old Thomasville Man taken into custody for alleged exploitation of a minor
The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is asked to contact the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office Invictus Task Force representatives.
Man Arrested for Crimes against children by multi-county task for, authorities ask for information
On August 29, 2025, a search warrant was executed by members of the Invictus Task Force, and, as a result, Christopher John Tuft was taken into custody and charged with (1) count of Second-Degree Sexual Exploitation of a Minor.
THC Gummies Send Davidson County Child to Hospital; Authorities Warn of Candy-Like Danger
According to detectives, a search of the residence turned up an open THC-P gummy package with one gummy left outside the bag. They also reported finding THC paraphernalia throughout the home that was accessible to children.
Lexington Police Investigating Homicide at Johnson Concrete Products
The victim died at the scene from his injuries. He has been identified as Omarion Scott, age 21, of Lexington.