An offender participating in Extending the Limits of Confinement (ELC) who absconded from her approved residence on Oct. 30 has been apprehended in Raleigh.
Charita Andrews (#1074799) was serving an active sentence for Felony Possession with Intent to Sell. She previously had a projected release date from prison of Nov. 8, 2020. She now faces escape charges. Andrews was apprehended by officers from the DPS Special Operations and Intelligence Unit and transported to the North Carolina Correctional Institution for Women in Raleigh.
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The State Highway Patrol is gearing up for the holiday season and for the increased number of roadway users expected across our state. Prior to traveling, the SHP strongly encourages the public to visit the NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) for the latest to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Best practices during the holiday season and information on our state’s current response to COVID-19 can be found by visiting the DHHS website.
An Alexander Correctional Institution offender with pre-existing medical conditions, who tested positive for COVID-19, has died at a hospital.
“His death is saddening. We are working hard to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 in our prisons,” said Todd Ishee, Commissioner of Prisons. “The health and safety of the staff and the offender population is our top priority.”
The offender tested positive for COVID-19 on Nov. 9, when he was hospitalized. His condition worsened, and he died on Nov. 22.
An offender participating in Extending the Limits of Confinement (ELC) who absconded from his residence on November 13 has been apprehended.
James W. Jacobs (#0204385) was serving an active sentence for Habitual Felon and Breaking and Entering Vehicles. He had a projected release date of June 23, 2021. He is in the custody of Officers from the Division of Community Corrections.
An Anson Correctional Institution offender with pre-existing medical conditions, who tested positive for COVID-19, has died at a hospital.
“Her death is saddening, and we continue to work hard to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 in our prisons,” said Todd Ishee, Commissioner of Prisons. “The health and safety of the staff and the offender population is our top priority.”
The offender was hospitalized on Nov. 10, tested for COVID-19, and positive results were received on Nov. 16. Her condition worsened, and she died on Nov. 18.
A team of American Correctional Association auditors has recommended accreditation be awarded to the North Carolina Department of Public Safety for its prison administration operations, a high achievement in what is the first step to full accreditation of the prison system.
After a long history of fights, drug violations, and countless calls to the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office, a Maxton neighborhood can feel a little safer.
The State Highway Patrol recognized the exemplary work of several members today during an awards ceremony held at the North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh. The 50 members and/or districts that were recognized today continue the Patrol’s long-standing commitment to strive for excellence within our communities.
Following an ALE investigation, a night club’s ABC permits have been summarily suspended after four patrons and two off-duty police officers were shot in the parking lot.
On Thursday, November 12, 2020, ALE special agents responded to Remedies, on Union Road, for a shooting after two Gastonia police officers working off-duty security called for assistance. Both officers, along with four patrons, were struck by gunfire and all were treated for non-life threatening injuries.
The State of North Carolina and FEMA have approved $1.6 million to reimburse the North Carolina Department of Transportation for Hurricane Florence-related road and culvert repair in Davidson and Rowan counties.
The grant brings the total to more than $70.5 million to reimburse NCDOT for Hurricane Florence-related expenses. FEMA’s total share for the projects is $49.8 million and the state’s share is $20.7 million.