From Sheriff Hammonds In June, our office stayed focused on keeping Beaufort County informed, prepared, and safe. We issued scam warnings, shared a severe weather alert, updated the public on an active investigation and a wanted fugitive, and followed through on a property-theft case, while also highlighting community support, staff appointments, a K-9 body armor donation, and outreach with local schools. As we enter July, I encourage you to refresh yourself on the following

The Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Administrative Office will be closed on Friday, July 3rd, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Normal business operations will resume on Monday, July 6th. Our deputies, detention officers, communications personnel, and other essential staff will continue serving the citizens of Beaufort County throughout the holiday weekend. If you have an emergency, please call 911. For non-emergency assistance, contact Beaufort County Communica

Beaufort County Crime Stoppers is still offering up to $10,000 for information that leads to the solving of this case. Beaufort County Crime Stoppers and the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office, NC need your help to solve a Missing Person case. 46-year-old Jennifer Hollowell Watkins was reported missing to the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office on June 29th 2025. Watkins was last seen in the early morning hours of June 27th on VOA Road in Washington. The Beaufort County Sheriff’s

Sheriff Scott Hammonds was out in the community on Thursday, stopping by Northside High School to conduct a school security check while the football team was on the field scrimmaging. Maintaining a visible presence in our schools is an important part of keeping students, staff, and visitors safe. Sheriff Hammonds remains committed to building strong relationships with our schools while ensuring a safe environment for everyone. We appreciate the dedication of our school admini

Sheriff Hammonds is proud to announce the appointment of a new employee of the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office. Tony Smith was sworn in as a Detention Officer.

Sheriff Hammonds is proud to announce the appointment of a new employee of the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office. Zalena Horne was sworn in as a Telecommunicator.

Sheriff Hammonds is proud to announce the appointment of a new employee of the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office. Autumn Barrow was sworn in as a Detention Officer.