Sheriff Carter's Newsletter

Convictions on Drug Arrests

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 10:45:00 +0000

There has been some discussions lately in regards to convictions on drug arrests. This video is a sample of what the Sheriff's Dept has done......

Deputy Uses Deadly Force at Dreamland MHP

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 17:20:00 +0000

On December 8, 2009 at approximately 10:15 PM, a Lee County Deputy wounded a man identified as Gilmer Escobar (31) W/M of Lot 61 Dreamland MHP Sanford. Deputies responded to Lot 61 Dreamland MHP Sanford after Escobar called 911 and reported he was going to commit suicide. Upon Deputies arrival they encountered Escobar w/ a knife and what was believed to be a pistol. Escobar's actions caused the deputy to respond w/ deadly force, thus discharging his firearm and striking Escobar in the right arm. Escobar was treated at Central Carolina Hospital for superficial wounds and released.

Escobar has been sent for a mental evaluation, a family member reported Escobar has a long history of mental illness.

The SBI is investigating the officer involved shooting as standard procedure.

Drugs Agents Cancel Plans For A White Christmas

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 10:31:00 +0000

An undercover operation by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division has resulted in the seizure of 917 grams of Cocaine and the arrest of one person. Carlos Manuel Ortiz, 20, of 2622 Brick Capital Court, Sanford, NC, was arrested after agents seized the drugs during an undercover operation in the West Sanford area of Lee County. Ortiz was placed in the Lee County Jail under $400,000.00 secured bond. The seized drugs had an estimated potential street value of $183,400.00.

Sheriff Carter Celebrates with Young Karate Students

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:05:00 +0000

Sheriff Carter attended a ceremony today at G-Force Kenpo Karate Systems, Inc
at 223 B Carthage Street. During the ceremony, the Sheriff's own nephew, Dillon Gattis received his brown belt. Owner Sensei Ben Brooks and Instructor Kevin Julich were present to hand out belts to all that graduated colors.

During the ceremony, Sheriff Carter was awarded an honorary black belt by Sensei Ben Brooks.

Sheriff Carter stated that "the well-rounded teachings of martial arts can positively impact kids by enhancing their life-skills and placing emphasis on their values and attitudes. It also encourages kids to draw on their own strengths and strive for their personal best."

Be On The Lookout For Dead Beat Parents!

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 10:46:00 +0000

Follow the link below to see who we're looking for that owe their children child support.

You may submit a lead by phone by contacting Sgt. Yarborough at 919-842-2347. All information is confidential.

http://finddeadbeats.blogspot.com/

Meth Lab Discovered

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 10:06:00 +0000

On 11-24-2009 agents of the Lee County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at 461 Barringer Road, Sanford, and arrested two persons after finding Methamphetamine and the components of a Methamphetamine production Lab. Agents of the State Bureau of investigation assisted in the investigation, dismantled the components a removed all hazardous materials and evidence.

Lee County agents charged Robert Mike Thomas Jr., 39, of the residence and Brooke Pamela Stevison, 32, of 708 Fairground Road, Dunn, with Manufacturing Methamphetamine, possession of Methamphetamine, possession of precursor chemicals, maintaining a dwelling to keep/store drugs and possession of drug paraphernalia. Both were placed in the Lee County Jail under $300,000.00 secured Bond.

The investigation is on going and additional arrests are possible. The Sheriff’s Office and SBI were also assisted by the Lee County Fire Marshall’s Office and members of the Deep River Fire Department.

What A Great Community We Have

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:26:00 +0000

On behalf of the citizens of Lee County, I want to personally thank each and everyone of you for stepping up and being involved in the Shaniya Nicole Davis case. With over 310 volunteers showing up and many turned away, this is what "community" is all about. I personally know individuals that couldn't physically respond to help, but helped in many other ways behind the scenes. Without all the volunteers, the outcome could have been completely different.

I want to personally thank the Emergency Management office of Lee County. Director Shane Seagroves and his staff did a tremendous job. I would also like to thank all the Law Enforcement agencies across the state and Tarheel Canine for their participation in the search and securing the crime scene until cleared.

This was truly a team effort in every aspect. Please continue to keep the Davis family and those involved in the case in your thoughts and prayers.

Sheriff Tracy L. Carter

Joint Operation Nets 4 Kilos

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 23:37:00 +0000

Chatham County sheriff’s deputies seized four kilograms of cocaine and arrested three during a joint operation with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office and the U.S. Customs Office in Siler City Thursday.Alsibiades Arrizon Santoya, 25, Ontiel Perez Gallegos, 29, and Maria Espinoza Perea, 18, all of 405 Fellowship Church Road, Siler City, were charged Thursday with trafficking in cocaine, manufacturing cocaine, possession with intent to sell and deliver cocaine, maintaining a vehicle for drugs, and possession of drug paraphernalia.Chatham deputies said they found the drugs, as well as $96,000 in cash and three firearms, in the suspects’ home after executing a search warrant there.Deputies also seized two vehicles from the suspects.All three suspects were placed in the Chatham County Jail under $150,000 secured bond.

write up courtesy of the Sanford Herald

Lee County Deputy Charged With Murder

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 03:52:00 +0000

Write up courtesy of the Sanford Herald

LILLINGTON — A Lee County sheriff’s deputy who shot and killed her husband in June has been charged by Harnett County authorities with murder. Angie Renee Clark, 40, of 201 Ripley Road, Cameron was charged Tuesday with murder in connection with the June 10 death of her husband Michael. Clark, a Lee County patrol deputy since 2007, told Harnett County authorities that she shot and killed her husband at their Bee Hive Lane home in Broadway. Neighbors at the time suggested the shooting could have stemmed from a domestic dispute between the couple. Clark was charged after a Harnett County Grand Jury handed down an indictment in the case Tuesday. Harnett County authorities, who said Clark turned herself in, didn’t disclose the arrest until Thursday. “We’re not going to release any more information about (the arrest) at this time,” Maj. Gary McNeill of the Harnett County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday. Clark was taken into custody after the shooting but released a short time later.

Clark’s father-in-law, who lived next door, told the Herald in June that the couple had had marital problems and that the shooting could have been the result of a domestic dispute. Court records show Michael Clark had a lengthy list of criminal charges in his past, many of them related to domestic issues. Lee County Sheriff Tracy Carter said the Clark, who was placed on administrative leave while the case was under investigation, is no longer with his office as of Tuesday. “She did a good job for us while she was here,” Carter said. Superior Court Judge Frank Lanier set Clark’s bond at $25,000 secured.

Traffic Stop Nets Opium and Pot

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:58:00 +0000

Jesse James Clark, 27, of 94 Carlton Lane, Sanford, was arrested on 11-10-2009 for trafficking Opium, misdemeanor possession Marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia after a traffic stop on St. Andrews Church road by Lee County Narcotics Officers. He was placed in the Lee County Jail under $100,000.00 secured bond.

Center Church Community Watch Group Hosts Meeting

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:29:00 +0000

Center Church Community Watch Group invites all Lee county citizens to come out for a night of community awareness on Thursday, November 19th @ 7pm.

Guest Speaker will be Mrs. Susie Thomas, Clerk of Superior Court, Lee county.

The facility is located at the Center United Methodist Church, 4141 South Plank Road.

Third Annual Shopping With The Sheriff

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:12:00 +0000

Sheriff Carter announces the Third Annual "Shopping with the Sheriff" program.

This program is designed to benefit less fortunate children in Lee County during the Christmas holidays. The sheriff’s office will sponsor five children from age 6-10. If you know of a deserving child please submit the following information before November 30, 2009.

For questions or assistance call Lt. David Prevatte at 919-718-4560 ext.5627.

Please have the following information available when you call:
Name of Child
Age
Parent/Guardian Contact Information
and why you feel this child is deserving.

Mail to Lee County Sheriff’s Office
"Shopping with Sheriff Program"
P.O. Box 4567
Sanford, NC 27330

UPDATE - Suspected Kidnapper At-Large

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:19:00 +0000

(Please scroll down for update)
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a kidnapping that occurred on Nicholson Rd. in Lee County. William Powell reported to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office that his daughter, Angelica Powell, 21, was taken from his residence on Nicholson Rd. by Lewis Marvin Fulton, 29, as she was sitting in her vehicle. While investigating the kidnapping, a detective spotted Lewis Fulton’s vehicle. After chasing Mr. Fulton into Harnett, Moore and Chatham counties, Mr. Fulton’s vehicle was disabled on Walter Bright Rd., located in Chatham County, after deputies deployed stop sticks. Mr. Fulton then jumped from the vehicle and ran into nearby woods. The victim, Angelica Powell was located, uninjured, inside the vehicle. Lewis Marvin Fulton remains at large at this time. Warrants have been obtained on Mr. Fulton for Kidnapping, assault on a female, larceny of a motor vehicle, possession of a stolen motor vehicle, speeding to elude arrest, and failure to register as a sex offender.

**************************************UPDATE 11-04-09 **********************

Wednesday, Lee County deputies and agents with the State Bureau of Investigation learned that Fulton was hiding out in a room at the Budget Inn on Hawkins Avenue. Lt. Van Holly of the Lee County Sheriff’s Office said Fulton was hit with the sex offender charge because he’d allegedly moved without alerting the sheriff’s office of the change.Fulton was the focus of controversy in Sanford in 2007 when he was being considered as a featured potter for the city’s ARToberFest celebration that October. The decision drew ire from some in the community because of his criminal record, having pleaded guilty to taking indecent liberties with a child and served prison time for the offense in the past. Fulton eventually withdrew from the festival.

Holly said Wednesday that the state Highway Patrol will charge Fulton in coming days with several traffic violations stemming from the chase. Fulton was jailed without bond

Four Burglary Suspects Arrested

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:18:00 +0000

10/27/09 Kenneth Willard Hooker of 1611 Tempting Church Rd. Sanford reported he came home at approximately 11:30 AM and found 2 white males burglarizing his home, which then fled the scene. Hooker reported the suspects removed a diamond ring and a cell phone taken from the home. Deputies arrived soon after and were able to apprehended the suspects.
Charged with felony breaking and entering, felony larceny and felony possession of stolen goods were:

William Anthony Suggs (21) W/M of 2805 Deep River Rd. Sanford; $15,000 secured bond.
Robert Theodore Wilson Jr. (22) W/M of 612 Denada Path, Sanford, $20,000 secured bond.
Allen Aldridge (23) W/M of 511 N. Horner Blvd. Sanford, $15,000 secured bond.
Tiffany Maria Pritt (19) W/F of 511 N. Horner Blvd. Sanford, $12,000 secured bond

Crime Alert! Avent Ferry Road Residents

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:16:00 +0000

10/26/09 Terry Leon Rabon of 1212 Avents Ferry Rd. Sanford, reported he came home at approximately 11:20 AM and found the rear door to his residence opened. Rabon investigated and found a white male burglarizing his home. The intruder confronted Rabon and threatened him with a firearm. Rabon retreated and called 911. The suspect was described as a white male, approximately 30 yrs old, wearing a toboggan and was driving and older model white Ford Explorer. Anyone having information on this case is urged to call the Sheriff’s Office.

Shooting Trial Over

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:36:00 +0000

Story as posted on Sanford Herald's website.

GREENSBORO — A federal jury on Tuesday awarded former Army sergeant Stephen Phelps at least $750,000 in his suit against the Moore County Sheriff’s Office and the former deputy — now the chief deputy of the Lee County Sheriff’s Office — who shot him and another soldier during a 2002 military training exercise. As the verdict was read, Phelps showed no emotion. Former deputy Randall Butler, now the second in command under Lee County Sheriff Tracy Carter, closed his eyes. Phelps said afterward: “I was happy that the truth finally came out.”The jury rendered the verdict about 9:45 p.m., after more than two hours of deliberation. Minutes before the verdict, jury members clarified with the judge the rules on awarding compensatory damages.After the verdict, lawyers sparred over whether the total damages were $750,000 or $850,000. The jury awarded $650,000 in compensatory damages and $100,000 or $200,000 in punitive damages.Phelps’ lawyer, Carlos Mahoney, had sought $1.2 million.Army 1st Lt. Tallas Tomeny died in the same incident that left Phelps severely injured. Tomeny’s estate settled out of court.Phelps and Tomeny had been taking part in Robin Sage, an exercise that trains soldiers for Special Forces.For the training, soldiers simulate infiltration of a foreign nation. Phelps and Charles Leiber, a civilian who was playing the role of an adviser, testified that they thought when Butler stopped their vehicle it was part of the exercise.Butler had argued that the men were acting suspiciously in an area that had experienced a lot burglaries. Butler also said he saw two machine guns and that Tomeny had told Phelps to kill him.On Tuesday, juror members said they did not believe Butler’s claims about the guns or the order to kill.Greg Harris of Hoke County said he found Phelps and Leiber more believable than Butler.“Mr. Leiber’s testimony was pretty strong,” he said. “And Phelps — (the lawyers) couldn’t get him crossed up. His story stayed the same throughout his testimony.”Harris said Butler’s story changed.Juror Christy Atkinson of Sanford said she thought about her own family when she made her decision.After the judge dismissed the jury, Butler slowly returned to his seat. Moore County Sheriff Lane Carter said neither he nor Butler would have any comment.Butler’s current boss, though, had praise for him and noted that Butler had been cleared of any criminal wrongdoing several years ago.“When this incident occurred in 2002, Randall Butler was cleared of any criminal wrongdoing by the SBI, the Moore County Sheriff’s Office and the military,” Lee County Sheriff Tracy Carter said. “This ruling was in a civil case and it doesn’t change the findings in 2002. (Butler) has done a great job as chief deputy here and this does not change his role at Lee County Sheriff’s Office.”Phelps said that for years, he and other members of the Special Forces community were unhappy that only the one side of the story was out in the media. But he said he kept quiet until he could get his day in court.He added that the verdict was not about the money.Butler shot Phelps in his arm and chest. The former soldier spent nearly two weeks in the hospital and months recovering. He has said he still suffers from the effects of the shooting.“Twelve people found that what I said and Mr. Leiber said was the truth,” Phelps said.— The Fayetteville Observer and Herald reporter Gordon Anderson contributed to this report.

Miami Man Jailed for Rape, Robbery and $46,000.00 Worth of Cocaine In Vehicle

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:48:00 +0000

Quick thinking on the Sanford PD's part, their dispatch staff sent out a broadcast to be on the look out a suspect that had reportly forced a woman into her vehicle around 4 p.m. Saturday as she exited the Kangaroo store at 2219 Jefferson Davis Highway (U.S. 1), robbing and raping her.

A Lee County deputy was patrolling the area and spotted the suspect and attempted to stop him at US1 near Chris Cole Road. The suspect fled from the vehicle into a wooded area, however was apprehended quickly.

After searching the vehicle, deputies discovered approximately one half-pound ($46,000.00 worth) of Cocaine.

Sanford PD arrested Pedro (nmn) Noveron, 28, of 1519 SW 4th Street, Miami, Florida and charged him with first-degree rape, first-degree kidnapping and robbery with a dangerous weapon.

Deputies charged the suspect with Trafficking Cocaine, maintaining a vehicle to store drugs, and possession of drug paraphernalia after being found in possession of 230 grams of Cocaine. He was placed in the Lee County Jail under $400,000.00 secured bond.

1 + lbs of Cocaine seized in the Northview Area

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:38:00 +0000

An undercover operation on 10-21-2009 by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division has resulted in the arrest of one person and the seizure of ½ Kilogram of Cocaine (approx 1.1 lbs). Agents arrested Saul (no middle name) Mendiola, 29, of 54 Brookstone Drive, Cameron, in the Northview area of Lee County after being found in possession of 535 grams of Cocaine.

Mendiola was charged with trafficking Cocaine, maintaining a vehicle to keep/store drugs, and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was placed in the Lee County Jail under $500,000.00 secured bond. The estimated potential street value of the seized drugs is $107,000.00.

Raid on Thunder Lane nets 214 grams of Cocaine

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 09:26:00 +0000

On 10-20-2009, members of the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division conducted a search at 52 Thunder Lane, Sanford, NC. As a result of the search, agents seized 214 grams of Cocaine and items of drug paraphernalia. Agents arrested Abel Nunez Perez, 28, of 757 Raymack Drive, Lillington, and charged him with trafficking Cocaine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Perez, and illegal alien from Mexico, was placed in the Lee County Jail under $200,000.00 secured bond. A second suspect is also being sought in the case. The seized drugs have an estimated potential street value of $42,800.00.

Deputy Assualted on Hidden Pond Lane

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 21:14:00 +0000

10/18/09 @ 12:45 am deputies received a call at 427 Hidden Pond to an assault in progress. Upon arrival they encountered the suspect, Kevin Scott Stone (31) W/M of 387 Hidden Pond Ln. Sanford. The deputy on scene was assaulted by Stone while attempting to take him into custody. Jessica Batts Stone of 387 Hidden Pond Ln. Sanford reported she and Stone had gotten into a domestic dispute at their home at 387 Hidden Pond Ln. Jessica Stone reported she had been assaulted and strangled by her husband Kevin Stone and had escaped and ran to 427 Hidden Pond for help. Elbert Pierce of 427 Hidden Pond Ln. allowed Jessica Stone in his home to use his phone when Kevin Stone broke in his front door. When Stone entered 427 Hidden Pond, Pierce struck Stone with a crow bar. Stone was charged with assault on a female, assault by strangulation, false imprisonment, communicating threats, simple assault, 1st degree burglary, malicious conduct by an officer, assault inflicting serious injury on a law enforcement officer, resisting law enforcement officer, forcible trespassing and injury to real property; Stone was held under no bond.

Ray Ave Resident Charged

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 11:13:00 +0000

On 10-16-2009, members of the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division executed a search warrant at 909 Ray Ave., Sanford, which resulted in the arrest of Christopher Lynn Elgin, 35, of the home and charged him with sell and delivery of a schedule II controlled substance (Oxycodone), maintaining a dwelling to keep and store drugs and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was released under $25,000.00 unsecured bond.

Sanford Police Seize Pot and Homemade Liquor

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 09:44:00 +0000

Kudos to the Patrol staff and Drug unit with Sanford PD this week for their work seizing nearly 2 lbs of marijuana and six gallons of homemade liquor from a house located at 2641 Fayetteville Street in Sanford. The marijuana was worth an estimated $8,460 and the liquor had an estimated worth of $1,536.

Following the raid, two residents of the home turned themselves in. Andrae Lopez Kelly, 48, and Angela Odetta Kelly, 46, both of 2641 Fayetteville St. were charged with possession with intent to sell and deliver marijuana, possession of marijuana, maintaining a dwelling for drugs, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of non tax paid liquor.

Great Job Gang!

"Although she was a moonshiners daughter, I loved her still"

Three Burglary Suspects Apprehended

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:56:00 +0000

10/12/09 @ 12:14 pm, Mary Huggins Helms of 3922 Rocky Fork Ch. Rd. Sanford reported someone entered her home and removed a jewelry box and a briefcase. At 12:29 PM Deputies received a call of a burglar alarm at 739 McPherson Rd. Sanford. While enroute to McPherson Rd. a key holder to the home called 911 and reported they had witnessed 3 black males exiting the home and one had pointed a pistol at them.

The caller reported they were following the suspect in a white vehicle at a safe distance and continued on the phone till deputies got into the area. The white vehicle fled down a driveway on Chris Cole Rd. where they abandoned the vehicle. A perimeter was set up and a K9 Deputy was called in.

All three suspects were apprehended in the area. The investigation revealed the 3 had also broke into the home at 3922 Rocky Fork Church Rd. Charged w/ 2 cts of breaking and entering, 1 ct of felony larceny, 1 ct of felony possession of stolen goods, 2 cts of felony conspiracy and possession of a stolen firearm was: Christopher Jay Hill (20) B/M of 4135 Oak Crest St. Sanford, Reginald Martinez Greene Jr. (20) B/M of 164 Lightwood Ln. Sanford and Garron Taufeeq Sparks (16) B/M of 175 Coats St. Southern Pines NC.

Birch Street resident arrested

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:44:00 +0000

On 10-13-2009, agents of the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division executed a search warrant at 410 Birch Street, Sanford. As a result of the search, Teonj Jamelle Adams, 28, of the home was arrested after being found in possession of 13 bags of Marijuana. Adams was charged with possession with intent to sell and deliver Marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and maintaining a dwelling to keep or store drugs. Adams was released under $2500.00 bond.

16 Year Old Dies After House Break-In

noreply@blogger.com (Sheriff Tracy Carter Newsletter) — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 01:46:00 +0000

Lee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a home break-in where a 16-year-old suspect died from injuries sustained while trying to flee the scene.

Oscar Lorenzo Perez, 16, of 1528 Greenwood Road; Antonio Ramiro Jaimes, 17, of 25 Willow Circle; and two 14-year-olds broke into a home Saturday at 1810 San Lee Drive. When the home’s alarm went off, the suspects tried to flee. Perez attempted to escape through a window and was cut by glass.

At approximately 2:10 p.m., deputies and paramedics arrived at the home. Perez was transported to Central Carolina Hospital in Sanford, where he later died. He was found to have shards of glass in his chest.

Perez was a former student of Southern Lee High School and worked at a McDonald's restaurant, a family member said.

Jaimes and the two other suspects were taken into custody. They will be charged with breaking and entering.

Video from WRAL here.