Diamond Desire Lavario was found unresponsive in her cell.
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Law enforcement and public safety agencies collaborated this week in a multi-agency search operation in Vance County, led by the Vance County District Attorney’s Office, resulting in the apprehension of absconders and charges against others for violating their conditions of supervision.
American Correctional Association auditors have recommended accreditation be awarded to New Hanover Correctional Center.
Was previously warden of Lumberton Correctional
Officials with the Division of Community Supervision have promoted Latasha White to Assistant Division Director in Judicial Division 4, effective Sept. 2, 2025.
The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) is inviting the public to review and provide feedback on its draft Public Participation Plan—a new roadmap designed to strengthen how we engage with communities across the state.
WHAT: Bi-monthly meeting of the North Carolina Joint Reentry Council to coordinate efforts in improving rehabilitation and reentry of offenders returning to their communities after incarceration.
WHEN: Thursday, September 11, 10 a.m. – Noon
Officials with the Division of Community Supervision have promoted Moses Barrow to Assistant Division Director in Judicial Division 2, effective Sept. 2, 2025.
Michelle Carlton has been promoted to warden of the North Carolina Correctional Institution for Women.
Today Governor Josh Stein signed Executive Order 21, taking steps to improve public safety and prevent gang violence.