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A North Whiteville shooting sent one man to the hospital and a convicted felon to jail Saturday. Frederick Lavone Canady, 49, of 91 Pridgen Acres, Clarkton, is being held under no bond. The sheriff’s office said in a oppress release that Canady is charged with attempted murder and possession of a firearm by a felon. Canady is alleged to have shot Montorius Sinatra Vereen, 35, with a handgun...
Detectives are searching for a suspect who allegedly tried but failed to break into vehicles in the Mollie/Iron Hill area. Sheriff Bill Rogers said residents should never leave valuables of any kind in your vehicle, and keep doors locked at night, even at home. Call 911 if you spot any suspicious activity. Anyone with information about the suspect in the photo is asked to call 910.640.6629. Security video...
Warrants show an alleged drug trafficker starved a dog to death, in addition to dealing cocaine and MDMA. Antonio Ward, 39, with addresses of 80 Ward Village Drive and 602 Rough Horn Rd., Evergreen, is being held under $110,000 secured bond, according to detention center reports. He is charged with trafficking in MDMA, trafficking in cocaine, possession with intent to manufacture, sell and deliver marijuana, possession with intent...