Crime & Public Safety

BOLTON, N.C. — Columbus County Sheriff’s deputies have launched a fraud investigation after a Bolton resident reported her Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card stolen and compromised. Deputy Daniel Miesieski responded to a residence on Green […]

WHITEVILLE, N.C. — An 18-year-old driver from Georgia faces impaired driving charges following a traffic stop by the North Carolina State Highway Patrol Thursday night. Troopers conducted the stop around 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 13. […]

WHITEVILLE, N.C. — A late-night domestic dispute at a Whiteville residence resulted in charges for two household members following an investigation by Columbus County deputies. Deputy Da’Norie Mack responded to 2229 Pine Log Road at […]

CHADBOURN, N.C. — A Whiteville man was taken into custody late Thursday evening following a multi-offense investigation on Peacock Road that yielded two handguns, ammunition, and multiple controlled substances. Detective William D. Holden of the […]

Columbus County Sheriff’s Office Incident Report: The following incident reports were logged by the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office between Aug. 13 and Aug. 14, 2026. August 13, 2026 Weapons & School Property Incidents Southeastern Community […]

Columbus County Detention Center Arrest Report: The following individuals were booked into the Columbus County Detention Center between Aug. 13 and Aug. 14, 2026, according to official law enforcement reports. August 13, 2026 Property & […]

WHITEVILLE, NC — Columbus County Sheriff’s Office deputies executed a formal warrant service on Washington Street late Wednesday night. Deputy Mariah Patrice served a True Bill of Indictment at 803 Washington Street in Whiteville at […]