Press Releases
Edward Basden Named Warden at New Hanover Correctional Center
The Division of Adult Correction and Juvenile Justice has named Edward Basden as the new warden at the New Hanover Correctional Center in Wilmington.
Bruce Hodges Named Warden at Tyrrell Prison Work Farm
The Division of Adult Correction and Juvenile Justice has named Bruce Hodges as the new warden of the Tyrrell Prison Work Farm in Columbia.
State Highway Patrol Encourages Driver Vigilance Around Agricultural Areas
As our state’s vibrant agricultural industry becomes more present on the roadways this time of year, the State Highway Patrol reminds motorist of practices they can take to keep everyone safe.
ALE Conducts Statewide Enforcement Operation
In recognition of Alcohol Awareness Month, ALE special agents concluded a statewide enforcement operation on Friday resulting in over 200 persons charged and seizures of alcoholic beverages, drugs, firearms and cash.
NC DPS Names New Deputy Secretary for Partnership Engagement
RALEIGH -- Department of Public Safety Secretary Erik A. Hooks has named Caroline Valand as Deputy Secretary for Partnership Engagement.
Pamlico Correctional Offender Dies in Apparent Suicide
Offender Jon F. Coffey (#0703029) died April 22, 2021 at Pamlico Correctional Institution after an apparent suicide.
Public Safety Secretary Names Jane Ammons Gilchrist Chief of Staff
Secretary Erik A. Hooks has announced the promotion of Jane Ammons Gilchrist to Chief of Staff for the department. In this position, Chief Gilchrist will be taking on an expanded role in helping Secretary Hooks lead the department.
MEDIA ADVISORY: Juvenile Jurisdiction Advisory Committee Schedules Virtual Meeting this Friday
The Juvenile Jurisdiction Advisory Committee (JJAC) will meet via Webex on Friday, April 23.
Town of Duck Awarded $2.9 Million to Renourish Beaches Destroyed by Hurricane Dorian
The State of North Carolina and FEMA have approved $2,972,456 to help the Town of Duck renourish its beaches and replace dune plants destroyed by Hurricane Dorian in 2019.
La Administración para la Recuperación y Resiliencia de NC nombra a nueva Oficial Estatal en Jefe de Resiliencia
La Administración para la Recuperación y Resiliencia de Carolina del Norte (NCORR), una división del Departamento de Seguridad Pública de NC (NCDPS), ha nombrado a la Dra. Amanda Martin como oficial estatal en jefe de resiliencia.
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