top of page
Bridge Closure of the Blounts Creek Bridge
The N.C. Department of Transportation will close a Beaufort County bridge for maintenance beginning Tuesday. The bridge over Blounts Creek on Mouth of the Creek Road will close for about two weeks while crews conduct priority maintenance to ensure the safety and reliability of the structure. The road is expected to reopen March 6, weather permitting. During the closure, local traffic can detour via Clay Bottom School Road to N.C. 33 to Herring Run Road to Maules Point Road.
Feb 23
Joint Investigation Disrupts Fentanyl and Cocaine Distribution Network
A coordinated two-month investigation led by the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Drug Unit and K-9 team, in partnership with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) and the Greenville Police Department (GPD), has resulted in the disruption of a significant fentanyl and cocaine distribution network operating in Beaufort and Pitt counties. On February 13, 2026, investigators executed search warrants at two locations — one in Washington, North Carolina, and a rel
Feb 18
Countless Lives Saved in Fight Against Fentanyl in Beaufort County
Since 2022, the number of reported opioid/fentanyl overdoses has dropped by 77 percent . This huge reduction can be attributed to focused enforcement on fentanyl dealers and enhanced partnerships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. In addition, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office has partnered with local nonprofits and community outreach groups to provide and promote education on the dangers of fentanyl. Through our partnership with Beaufort County Crim
Feb 16
Update on Phone Line Outage at Beaufort County Detention Center
Residents who need to contact the Beaufort County Detention Center can call 252-372-8178. This temporary number will connect you with Detention Center staff while system updates are completed.
Feb 13
Washington Man Arrested on Felony Drug and Gun Charge
On February 11, 2026, Patrol Deputies with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop in the Chocowinity Area. During their investigation, K9 Athos was deployed and detected the presence of narcotics. The driver, identified as 28-year-old Raimelle Andres’ Peterson, was detained for a probable cause search of the vehicle. Drugs and a handgun were found during the subsequent search, and Peterson was placed under arrest. Peterson attempted to dispose of concea
Feb 12
Belhaven Man Arrested in Connection to Arson
On February 1, 2026, Deputies with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office responded to a structure fire near the intersection of NC Highway 99 South and Marslender Road in Belhaven. The structure was uninhabited and completely burned, leaving only a brick foundation and metal roofing material. The fire was deemed suspicious, and Detectives responded to process the scene. During the investigation, Deputies discovered footprints in the snow near the scene. Additionally, seve
Feb 11
A Message from Sheriff Scott Hammonds
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office has received several questions and requests for information regarding an Animal Neglect and Abuse case that was reported in 2024. On September 10, 2024, the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office responded to a property, located off Sidney Rd. in Belhaven, to assist Beaufort County Animal Control with an Animal Cruelty investigation. Beaufort County Animal Control responded to the property after receiving a report from a concerned resident regar
Feb 10
Press Release Update
On Tuesday, December 30, 2025, an employee of the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office reported seeing a social media post alleging they were involved in animal neglect. Upon the employee self-reporting the allegations made against them, an investigation was initiated immediately, and the employee was placed on administrative leave pending the results of the investigation. The incident allegedly occurred in Pitt County where the employee resides. Sheriff Scott Hammonds notif
Feb 9
Update on Road Conditions in Beaufort County
Winter weather doesn’t end when the snowfall stops. In fact, some of the most dangerous driving conditions appear after the snow has cleared, when roads look passable but remain unpredictable and hazardous. The North Carolina Department of Transportation continues to clear the roadways in Beaufort County. Primary roadways, such as US17, US264, and NC33 have greatly improved. With that said, most secondary roads are still covered with snow and ice, especially in shaded areas
Feb 3
bottom of page