Chatham County Sheriff's Office-NC

06/11/2026

CCSO Deputy William Clay Receives Prestigious Army Legion of Merit 🎖️

Congratulations to Deputy William Clay on receiving the Army's Legion of Merit, one of the military's highest honors, recognizing his service during a distinguished 34-year Army career.

Clay joined the North Carolina National Guard in 1991 and went on to serve in the National Guard, Army Reserve, active-duty Army, and during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Throughout his military career, he trained soldiers, led complex missions, mentored others, and helped ensure the readiness of units across the force.

On June 2 -- his birthday -- Clay traveled to Fort Bragg to receive the award. Despite the recognition, Clay remains characteristically humble.

"What I'm most proud of is helping other soldiers succeed," he said.
He also credits his wife, Stacy, for supporting him throughout his decades of military and public service. “Without her,” he said, “I wouldn't be where I am today."

Please join us in congratulating Deputy Clay on this remarkable achievement and thanking him for his decades of service to our nation and community. ✨

06/10/2026

We're sharing this information from our neighbors at the Randolph County Sheriff's Office, NC.

If you see Reggie "Dexter" Jessup or have information about his whereabouts, do not approach him. Instead, call 911 or contact your local law enforcement agency.

As always, we appreciate the public's help in keeping our communities safe.

***WANTED***

06/05/2026

A walk down memory lane 🐻🎓

Graduating seniors from Chatham Central High School who once attended JS Waters School returned to their former campus to walk the hallways, visit familiar classrooms, and reconnect with the teachers and staff who helped shape their educational journey.

CCSO Student Resource Officers SSgt. Anthony Norton and Lt. Rischetta White, along with Chief Deputy Steve Maynor, were there to join in celebrating these students and their accomplishments as they prepare to graduate tonight and begin their next chapter.

It's always special to see how far these young men and women have come since their days at J.S. Waters. Congratulations to the Chatham Central High School Class of 2026! We wish you success wherever your path leads next! ✨

06/03/2026

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓✨

Recently some Northwood High School seniors took a special walk down memory lane, returning to Pittsboro Elementary School, where their school journeys first began.

The graduating seniors walked the halls once more, reconnected with former teachers and staff, and revisited some very familiar stomping grounds ahead of this exciting milestone.

CCSO Chief Deputy Steve Maynor and Capt. Phillip Richard were also there to greet the seniors – and many future seniors -- with smiles, high-fives, and words of encouragement as they made their way through the school.

It was a wonderful event celebrating how far these students have come, and all the bright futures ahead of them. Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

06/03/2026

CCSO Honor Guard at Stanley Cup Final 🇺🇸🏒

The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard had the privilege of presenting the colors tonight before Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final at Lenovo Center in Raleigh.

As hockey fans from across North Carolina and beyond turned their attention to the championship matchup between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights, our Honor Guard helped kick off the evening by representing Chatham County and the Sheriff's Office on one of the sport's biggest stages.

We are proud of the professionalism and dedication displayed by our Honor Guard members and grateful for the opportunity to be part of such a special event.

Congratulations to our team members who represented CCSO tonight and thank you for continuing to serve our community with pride!

06/01/2026

05/28/2026

2026 CCSO Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics North Carolina

05/28/2026

Special Olympics Torch Run a success! 🔥😎

The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office completed another Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics North Carolina for Special Olympics NC Wednesday morning, joining members of the North Carolina State Highway Patrol and students from Seaforth High School for a run from Seaforth High School to the Seaforth boat access at Jordan Lake.

The Torch Run continues to be a great way to support Special Olympics athletes while bringing together law enforcement, students, and the community for a meaningful cause.

Special thank-yous to Park Superintendent Brock Martin and his team at North Carolina State Parks and Recreation and Lisa Goins and her team at North Chatham Walmart Supercenter Chapel Hill for donating snacks and refreshments for our runners this morning. Your support was greatly appreciated after a warm run!

05/27/2026

UPDATE: Dustin Gregory Beal has been located safe.

Beal has been removed from the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database as a missing person.

The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office appreciates the public’s assistance, shares, and concern during the effort to locate him.

The investigation remains ongoing.

🚨The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating Dustin Gregory Beal, 37, of Bear Creek. 🚨

Deputies conducted a welfare check at a residence on Hoyt Scott Road on May 27, 2026 after a neighbor reported not having seen the resident for an extended period of time. Deputies entered the home after detecting the odor of decomposition and located a deceased dog inside the residence.

Dustin Beal was not located and has since been entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) as a missing person. Investigators are working to determine his whereabouts and the circumstances surrounding his disappearance.

The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office is concerned for Beal's safety and well-being and asks anyone who may have seen him or had recent contact with him to come forward.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office at 919-542-2911. PLEASE SHARE!

05/27/2026

Great Torch Run, Great Fun! 🔥

Tuesday morning, members of the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office joined fellow law enforcement officers, students, and community members in Siler City for the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics North Carolina.

Runners traveled about a mile from E&M Sales on N. 2nd Ave. to the Siler City Police Department, carrying the Flame of Hope alongside students from Jordan-Matthews High School, Seaforth High School, and Chatham Middle School.

We were proud to run with our partners from the Siler City Police Department, North Carolina State Highway Patrol, and NC Wildlife Resources Commission in support of Special Olympics NC athletes across North Carolina. And a big “thank you” to E&M Sales for providing our starting point, and to Walmart Siler City for the snacks!

Great run, great fun, and a great cause. Thank you to everyone who participated and cheered the runners on this morning!