The North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division (ALE) proudly welcomed nine new special agents today at a graduation ceremony held for the 45th ALE Special Agent Academy. The ceremony commemorates 10 weeks of extensive training to prepare the graduates for a rewarding career in law enforcement.
North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division (ALE) Special Agents, in joint operation with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI), have concluded a multi-month financial crime investigation involving the Burnsville ABC Store located at 752 W US Hwy 19 E, Burnsville, NC 28714.
Special Agents with the North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division (ALE), in coordination with the Bladen County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), executed a search warrant following a shooting incident at an illegal alcohol establishment in Kelly, North Carolina.
Following years of continuous disturbances, drug violations, and a high volume of emergency calls, a property in Polk County has been formally shut down through collaborative civil action between the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, Mill Spring Township and North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement’s (ALE) Nuisance Abatement Team.
North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division (ALE) Special Agents conducted an investigation following an explosion and fire caused by an illegal liquor distillery in Wilkes County on Monday, October 26, 2026.
North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) special agents have concluded a month-long investigation into fentanyl trafficking at ABC-licensed establishments in Spring Lake and the Anderson Creek community in Harnett County.
Showcasing ALE's statewide mission, law enforcement partnerships, and commitment to public safety at the International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference.
Following repeated criminal offenses and numerous community complaints, Spindale Police Department Chief (SPD), Chad Nazlerod requested assistance from the North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division (ALE) to address persistent illegal activity taking place at 162 Grose Street in Spindale.
The North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division (ALE) is providing an update into the ongoing joint ALE and Greensboro Police Department (GPD) investigation regarding the fatal gang-related shooting that occurred at Club Orion (Club O) in the early hours of September 20, 2026.
The North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division (ALE) has charged five individuals following an investigation into a serious motor vehicle crash involving underage individuals that occurred on September 6 in Nash County. ALE routinely conducts criminal investigations to identify the source of alcoholic beverages provided to underage individuals, particularly in cases that result in serious injury or fatalities.