Halifax County NC Sheriff's Office

09/10/2026

**Suspect wanted for the murder of 2 Virginia DOT workers taken into custody**

On September 9, 2026, agents with the Halifax Regional Drug and Gang Task Force were contacted by the Scotland Neck Police Department and informed that Dennikia Boyce, who was wanted in connection with a double homicide in Chesterfield County, Virginia, was reportedly in the Scotland Neck area.

In the early morning hours of September 10, 2026, agents with the Halifax Regional Drug and Gang Task Force, Scotland Neck Police Department, and members of the United States Marshals Service coordinated efforts to locate and take Boyce into custody.

At approximately 10:00 a.m. on September 10, 2026, Boyce was located at a residence on House Avenue inside the Town of Scotland Neck. She was taken into custody without incident.

Agents with the Halifax Regional Drug and Gang Task Force took custody of Boyce and transported her to the Halifax County Magistrate’s Office, where a fugitive order was obtained. Boyce was subsequently placed in the Halifax County Detention Center without bond. She is scheduled to appear in court on September 22, 2026.

The trust, partnership, and strong working relationship between the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office, the Scotland Neck Police Department, and the United States Marshals Service played a critical role in safely taking this fugitive into custody.

We look forward to continuing to work alongside our law-enforcement partners to bring justice to the victims and their families.

09/09/2026

Deputies Arrest Two in Copper Wire Theft at Roanoke Rapids Solar Farm

On Tuesday September 8, 2026 at approximately 7:00am, deputies responded to a Solar Energy Farm located in the Airport Road area of Roanoke Rapids in reference to larceny of copper wire. Upon arrival, it was reported that approximately 2,000 feet of copper wire was taken from the solar panels which ultimately resulted in a loss of over $10,000 to the company.

On Wednesday September 9, 2026 at approximately 8:00am, deputies responded again to the same location in reference to two individuals walking around and entering the property. Patrol Deputies, agent of the Halifax Regional Drug and Gang Task Force, Community Action Team, and Investigators made contact with two individuals in the 100 block of Buck Drive.

The two individuals responsible were caught on cameras that were set up around the premises and later identified as Timothy Joyner of Roanoke Rapids and Johnny Miller of Massachusetts through their clothing and tattoos. Interviews were conducted on both individuals by Detective Sergeant I. Miller where they both ultimately admitted to the wrongdoing.

Patrol Sergeant M. Sledge assisted Detective Sergeant I. Miller in arresting Joyner and Miller.

Joyner was charged with felony breaking/entering, misdemeanor injury to personal property, felony larceny, and felony possession of stolen goods/property. Joyner received no bond.

Miller was charged with felony conspiracy and felony possession of stolen goods/property. Miller received a $15,000 secured bond.

Both received a September 23, 2026 court date.

The reported stolen copper was recovered and returned to the company.

Patrol Lieutenant R. White, Community Action Team Sergeant D. Harrison, Task Force Agent C. Batchelor and Detective Sergeant M. Hasty assisted.

09/09/2026

**Morning Inspiration**

09/09/2026

Man Arrested at Motel on Drug and Gun Charges After Task Force Raid

On Tuesday September 8, 2026 at approximately 5:00pm, agents of the Halifax Regional Drug and Gang Task Force with the assistance of investigators of the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division executed a search warrant at a motel in the city limits of Roanoke Rapids on Julian R Allsbrook Highway.

This search warrant was the result of community complaints, members of law enforcement intel and the continued investigation conducted by agents into the illegal distribution of narcotics in and around the Roanoke Rapids area by Jonathon Pilgrim, 40, of Roanoke Rapids.

Upon arriving to execute the warrant, agents located Pilgrim outside of the motel room and detained him without incident. During a search of Pilgrim, his property, and motel room agents located and seized approximately nine grams of crack co***ne, a digital scale, and a Ta**us 9mm handgun.

Jonathon Pilgrim was arrested and charged with:

Possession with intent to manufacture, sell, and deliver co***ne

Felony Possession of Co***ne

Maintaining a dwelling for the sale of narcotics

Possession of fi***rm by convicted felon

Possession of drug paraphernalia

Pilgrim did not receive a bond due to the pre-trial integrity act, as he was already out on bond and awaiting trial on other charges in Halifax County. Pilgrim received a September 23, 2026 court date.

The Halifax Regional Drug and Gang Task Force is made up of deputies from the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office and officers from the Roanoke Rapids Police Department. The partnership combines manpower and resources to combat drug trafficking and gang activity throughout Halifax County.

Anyone that can provide suspected drug or gang activity may contact the Halifax Regional Drug and Gang Task Force at 252-991-9999.

09/08/2026

If you are a student who lives in Halifax County and are in the 9th-12th grades in public, charter, private or home school and are interested in participating in the Junior County Commissioners program, please attend one of two orientation/information sessions. There is a hybrid session tonight (9/8) at 6:00 pm, in person at the Halifax County NC Cooperative Extension Auditorium, 359 Ferrell Lane, Halifax, NC or via Zoom and a virtual session via Zoom on Thursday (9/10) at 6:00 pm. Contact either Commissioner Gary Redding or Deputy County Manager Christina Wells at the email addresses at the bottom of the flier for the Zoom link.

09/08/2026

Went out on Labor Day and supported the kids at KIPP Pride as they took on Gates County. Not the outcome we wanted yesterday but it’s the start of the season. Looking for a lot of positive things coming from the Pride this season.

09/08/2026

09/07/2026

Our Community Action Team members assisted officers of the NC Wildlife Resources Commission and troopers of the NC State Highway Patrol this Labor Day weekend. They are keeping everyone safe on the water and roadways.

If you consume alcohol please have a sober driver or boater.

09/05/2026

I couldn’t leave out stopping by Weldon Elementary to see the kids and talk with SRO Green.