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North Carolina Criminal Justice Analysis Center Announces Results of Study on Race and Gender in Traffic Stops Statewide

North Carolina Criminal Justice Analysis Center (CJAC) announces Part 1 of the study on statewide trends regarding traffic stops in the Justice Analysis Review (JAR) July 2020 issue.  This study is part of the North Carolina Traffic Stop Reporting Program Series.  

Governor Cooper Proclaims Probation, Parole, and Community Supervision Officers’ Week

In recognition of the important public service provided by the state’s probation/parole officers, Gov. Roy Cooper has proclaimed July 19-25, 2020, as Probation, Parole and Community Supervision Officers’ Week in North Carolina.

Pre-trial Detainee Housed at Central Prison Escapes

 State correctional and local law enforcement officers are seeking pre-trial detainee Chad Lee Houser (#0720694), who escaped this evening from Central Prison.  He was last seen wearing blue hospital-style scrubs and may have gotten into a 2015 white Chevrolet Silverado truck which may have an electric company logo on the side and a license plate that reads FC9096.

UPDATE: Captured – Escaped Pre-trial Detainee Housed at Central Prison Back in Custody



Pre-trial detainee Chad Lee Houser (#0720694), who escaped this evening from Central Prison was captured by Spring Lake Police Department in Cumberland County. 

SHP Stresses Responsible Celebrations During July Fourth Weekend

In anticipation of the July Fourth holiday weekend, the State Highway Patrol is encouraging motorists to drive responsibly when traveling to their intended destinations. 

SHP Seeking Public’s Assistance In Cumberland County Hit-And-Run

The State Highway Patrol is requesting assistance from the public in locating a hit-and-run vehicle responsible for the death of a pedestrian in Cumberland County. On Thursday, May 21, troopers were called to NC 87 near Sand Hill Rd where they located Timothy Wayne Slade, 51, of Hope Mills. Investigators determined Mr. Slade was walking northbound on NC 87 in the roadway when he was struck from behind by a vehicle traveling in the same direction. 

Catawba Correctional Center Offender Escape

State correctional and local law enforcement officers from Newton and the Catawba Sheriff’s Office are seeking Catawba Correctional Center, minimum custody offender Nhia Vue (#1093002), who was reported missing from the facility June 25. Vue was last seen in the yard at approximately 9 p.m.

SHP Encouraging Safe Travel During Memorial Holiday

As the summer vacation season fast approaches, the State Highway Patrol is encouraging motorists to keep safety at the forefront throughout Memorial Day weekend. Increased travel could potentially be seen across the state as restrictions associated with COVID-19 continue to ease. 

NCNG’s Cyber Mission Continues Despite COVID-19 Disruptions

North Carolina National Guard (NCNG) and NC Division of Emergency Management hosted remote "virtual" cyber training for state, local and tribal government officials on May, 13 and 15, 2020. 

The more than 100 cyber experts from 61 different organizations or government agencies such as community colleges, law enforcement agencies, and county information technology specialists shared best practices during the two online sessions keeping critical relationships current and skills sharp.

Governor Cooper Proclaims Correctional Officer and Correctional Employees Week

Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed May 4-10 as Correctional Officers and Correctional Employees Week in North Carolina, to recognize the important public service provided by employees in the state’s prison system. 

“Correctional officers, medical staff, programs staff, case managers and maintenance crews work tirelessly in our prisons, in challenging and often dangerous situations,” said Gov. Cooper. “To protect our communities, these state employees provide security, programs and care, while preparing people to reenter their communities.”