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Cleveland County Sheriff's Office

Sheriff Alan Norman, elected December 2010

■Administration
■Administrative Support
■Civil Division
■Cleveland County Court Security Division
■Cleveland County Honor Guard
■Community Oriented Policing (COP)
■Crime Scene & Evidence Department
■Criminal Investigation Division
■Crisis Negotiations
■D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education)
■Explorer Program
■Interstate Criminal Enforcement Division
■K-9 Unit
■Narcotics Division
■School Resour

ce Officer (SRO)
■Sheriffs Emergency Response Team (SERT)
■The Cleveland County Detention Center
■Uniform Patrol Division

05/06/2026

🌟 2026 STAR Camp – Week 1 is in the books! 🌟

What an incredible first week! Our campers enjoyed a full schedule of community service projects, movies, swimming, an educational field trip, and of course CAROWINDS! 🎢💦

A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors who make all of this possible. We are grateful for Marburger Chevrolet for providing our camp truck, Edge Express Car Wash, New Beginnings Church and Hardee's for breakfast, Jammin J's Pizza Factory, Ingles Markets Store #112, and Chick-fil-A Shelby @ Walmart for lunch, Dairy Queen for the ice cream treat, and Cafe South in Charlotte for supper. We also deeply appreciate the many additional monetary and food sponsors who continue to support STAR Camp in countless ways.

This has been such a wonderful start to the camp year. Thank you to our incredible community for your ongoing support. It is truly a blessing to be part of this program and work with the youth of Cleveland County. They are our future! 💛⭐

04/06/2026

We had a great morning in Polkville! 👮🐾

K9 Deputy Lawrence, K9 Karma, and deputies from our Community Interdiction Team visited the Polkville Volunteer Fire Department, NC for a K9 demonstration. The team showcased Karma’s skills and shared insight into the important work our K9 unit does to keep our community safe.

Thank you to the Polkville Fire Department for having us! 🚒💙

03/06/2026

💙 Our app family keeps growing! 💙
We added 421 new downloads this month, bringing our total to 35,039 users who rely on the Cleveland County NC Sheriff App for trusted updates and information. Thank you for being part of our community!

With the app, you can:
🚨 Get real-time alerts on Most Wanted cases and major arrests
🔎 Stay updated on missing persons and community requests
📚 Access tools like the staff directory, jail logs, and s*x offender registry

📱 Available now on Google Play and the Apple Store. Join thousands of neighbors who stay connected every day.

02/06/2026

🌟 2026 CCSO STAR Camp Has Begun! 🌟

We’re excited to kick off another amazing summer of STAR Camp!
Everyone who registered a camper will receive emails and texts with detailed camp information one week before the camp session you signed up for.

A huge thank you to Marburger Chevrolet for providing the camp truck this year, and to Kevin Clemons for creating the STAR logo mascot on our trailer door.

We are truly thankful and blessed by all of our generous community sponsors who make this camp possible and free of charge for all campers.

Each Friday, we’ll share a full wrap-up post highlighting the week’s activities and recognizing all of our wonderful sponsors.

Special thanks to Sheriff Alan Norman for supporting a program that helps us build stronger relationships with our youth, which is the future of Cleveland County.

CCSO School Resource Division

If you have any questions, please contact:
Lieutenant Travis Lee
704‑692‑2954

01/06/2026

🚔 Felony Drug Arrests | May 18 – May 31, 2026 🚔

Over the past two weeks, CCSO deputies conducted multiple enforcement operations and follow‑up investigations aimed at combating illegal drug activity in Cleveland County. As a result of these efforts, nine individuals were arrested on felony drug charges.

📸 Mugshot Collage Below
🗂️ Names & Charges (left to right, top to bottom)

Octavius Clark – Possession with Intent to Manufacture, Sell, and Deliver a Schedule II Controlled Substance and Sell Co***ne

Nevada Crowe – Possession of Co***ne

Sadavian Donald – Possession of a Controlled Substance on Jail Premises and Possession of Methamphetamine

Amanda Granger – Possession of Methamphetamine

Jordan Hosch – Possession of a Schedule I Controlled Substance and Possession with Intent to Manufacture, Sell, and Deliver a Counterfeit Controlled Substance

Kelly Justice – Possession of Methamphetamine

Christopher Robbins – Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of a Controlled Substance on Jail Premises

Stephanie Walton – Possession with Intent to Manufacture, Sell, and Deliver a Schedule II Controlled Substance and Possession with Intent to Manufacture, Sell, and Deliver a Schedule I Controlled Substance

Justin Wyant – Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Co***ne, and Possession of a Schedule I Controlled Substance

📞 Have information that could help deputies? Call the CCSO tip line at 704‑484‑4831
🛡️ CCSO remains committed to protecting the community through proactive enforcement, accountability, and ongoing partnership with the residents we serve.

01/06/2026

Cleveland County and Rutherford County Team Up for Major Fentanyl Bust

On Wednesday, May 27, 2026, a joint criminal interdiction operation conducted by the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office C.I.T. Team and Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office A.C.E. Team resulted in the seizure of more than two kilograms of fentanyl and the arrest of a Charlotte man.

During the operation, deputies initiated a traffic stop on Highway 74. After initial contact with law enforcement, the suspect, identified as Brandon Thompson of Charlotte, North Carolina, fled the scene in his vehicle, leading deputies on a pursuit.

A short time later, Thompson attempted to exit onto Old Caroleen Road, where he lost control of the vehicle and crashed. He immediately exited the vehicle and fled on foot but was quickly apprehended by deputies.

Following Thompson’s arrest, deputies conducted a search of the vehicle and discovered more than two kilograms of fentanyl concealed in the trunk.

Thompson was taken into custody and remains at the Rutherford County Detention Center pending further judicial proceedings.

This significant seizure is the direct result of the outstanding teamwork, coordination, and dedication demonstrated by the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office C.I.T. Team and Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office A.C.E. Team. Their continued efforts help protect the citizens of both counties by preventing dangerous narcotics from reaching local communities.

Sheriff Norman stated, “This seizure highlights the effectiveness of strong partnerships between law enforcement agencies and the dedication of our deputies who work tirelessly to keep dangerous drugs out of our communities. More than two kilograms of fentanyl represents thousands of potentially deadly doses that will never reach the citizens of Cleveland and Rutherford Counties. I am extremely proud of the professionalism and teamwork displayed by the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office C.I.T. Team and the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office A.C.E. Team. Together, we remain committed to holding drug traffickers accountable and protecting the citizens we serve.”

01/06/2026

Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office – Monthly S*x Offender Update

The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office is committed to keeping our community informed and aware. Each month, we will share a summary of individuals who have either:

• registered with our office,
• relocated within Cleveland County, or
• transferred from the North Carolina Department of Corrections into our jurisdiction.

This monthly post replaces individual updates previously shared throughout the month.

Names, addresses, and statutory information for all registered offenders in Cleveland County can be viewed at the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation’s official S*x Offender Registry website:

http://s*xoffender.ncsbi.gov/search.aspx

Our S*x Offender Registry Office continues to:

• Process new registrations and updates,
• Verify offender information as required by law, and
• Conduct compliance checks throughout the county.

If community members have questions or concerns regarding the S*x Offender Registry, they may contact the Sheriff’s Office at 704‑484‑4787 during normal registry office hours.

29/05/2026

We issued our initial post after receiving multiple calls from the community regarding the video circulating on social media, and we wanted to be clear that the officers shown in that video are not Deputies of the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office.

The conduct depicted is deeply concerning and does not reflect the standards expected of any law enforcement professional. Our comments are directed toward the behavior seen in the video alone, not toward the Shelby Police Department as a whole.

We remain committed to accountability, professionalism, and the respectful treatment of every member of our community. We also value our strong working relationship with the Shelby Police Department and recognize the many officers who serve with integrity, courage, and a daily commitment to doing what is right.

Those officers deserve our continued support and appreciation.
We trust that the appropriate authorities will thoroughly review this incident to ensure transparency and accountability moving forward.

29/05/2026

A video is currently circulating on Facebook depicting officers. The agency shown in the video is aware of the situation; however, the individuals in the video are not Deputies of the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office.

29/05/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓

Sheriff Alan Norman and the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office proudly recognize this year’s graduates from Cleveland Early College High School, Burns High School, Crest High School, Shelby High School, and Kings Mountain High School. As our community celebrates the accomplishments of these remarkable students, we honor the dedication and resilience that brought each of you to this milestone.

As you enjoy the celebrations ahead, we encourage you to celebrate safely, make responsible choices, and look out for one another. Your future is bright, and we are cheering you on as you take your next steps, whether you are Enrolled, Enlisted, or Employed.

Congratulations, graduates. We are proud of you! 🎉

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