Latest News from Iredell County Community Resource Agencies:

Statesville High Beta Club Donates 100 Toys to Support S... The Statesville Police Department is proud to recognize the generosity and community spirit of the Statesville High Beta Club. Last week...
Buckle Up, Statesville: It’s National Seat Belt Day!Every year, November 14 marks National Seat Belt Day - a simple reminder that one click can save a life. At the Statesville Police Depar...
Statesville Police Department Junior Ambassadors Help Se... The Statesville Police Department’s Junior Ambassadors showed up in a big way this past weekend — lending a helping hand and plenty of h...
Drowsy Driving Prevention Month: the Statesville Police ... Did you know that driving while fatigued can be as dangerous as driving drunk or distracted? According to the National Highway Traffic S...
Officer David Lowery Retires from the Statesville Police... After 24 and a half years of dedicated service, Officer David Lowery has retired from the Statesville Police Department. His career has ...
SPD Announces 2025 Fill the Trailer Toy Drive KickoffThe Statesville Police Department is excited to announce the kickoff of the 2025 Fill the Trailer Toy Drive, a community initiative aime...
Halloween Safety Month: Tips for a Safe & Spooky Statesv... October is here, and that means ghosts, goblins, and trick-or-treaters will soon fill our neighborhoods with excitement! As part of Hall...
Suspect Arrested Following Early Morning PursuitStatesville, NC – On Friday, October 10, 2025, at approximately 12:50 a.m., officers with the Statesville Police Department (SPD) were a...
New Parking Ticket System – Effective October 15, 2025Public Notice - October 10, 2025 The City of Statesville is upgrading its parking enforcement and permitting systems to better serve res...
2025 Statesville’s Night Out: Community, Connection, and... After a year’s hiatus due to Hurricane Helene, Statesville’s Night Out made its highly anticipated return on Thursday, October 2, 2025, ...
October is Crime Prevention Month: Building Safer Commun... Each October, the Statesville Police Department joins communities across the country in observing Crime Prevention Month. Established by...
National Law Enforcement Suicide Awareness Day: Standing... Each year on September 26, communities across the country recognize National Law Enforcement Suicide Awareness Day. This day shines a li...
SPD Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Larceny SuspectThe Statesville Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in larcenies that occurred ...
Thank a Police Officer Day: A Moment of ReflectionToday, communities across the country are observing Thank a Police Officer Day. It’s a reminder of the daily dedication, challenges, and...
New Solicitor Permit Effective October 1, 2025The Statesville City Council unanimously approved a new ordinance regulating solicitors, peddlers, and panhandlers. The second reading w...
Statesville Police Investigating Suspicious Activity Inv... UPDATE: Statesville Police Identify Individual Responsible for Doll Hung Near Election Sign
Statesville Police Department Receives National Child Sa... The Statesville Police Department is honored to have received the National Child Safety Council (NCSC) 5-Year Award, recognizing our dep...
Statesville Police Department Encourages Awareness on Wo... Each year, on September 10th, communities across the globe come together to recognize World Suicide Prevention Day. This day serves as a...
Building Trust, Promoting Safety: Meet the SPD’s School ... This month, we’ll be introducing you to our amazing SROs, sharing who they are, why they love their role, and how they help make our sch...
National Crime Prevention Week: Building a Safer Communi... National Crime Prevention Week, observed each year from September 1-7, is an important reminder of the proactive steps we can all take t...
Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over: Labor Day Traffic SafetyAs Labor Day weekend approaches, the Statesville Police Department is reminding everyone to celebrate responsibly. This time of year oft...
Search Warrant Leads to Arrest in Statesville Drug Inves... search warrant at 1011 Wilmington Avenue. The warrant was the result of a nearly six-month-long drug investigation. During the search, i...
Statesville Police Department to Host 2025 Night Out Eve... The Statesville Police Department is hosting the 2025 Statesville Night Out on Thursday, October 2, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Downtown S...
Christopher Torres Sentenced in Child Abuse and Sex Offe... STATESVILLE, NC – On February 17, 2024, the Statesville Police Department responded to Iredell Memorial Hospital regarding a 13-month-ol...
Community Fun Day with the Statesville Police Department... On Friday, August 1, 2025, the Statesville Police Department hosted a memorable Community Fun Day at the Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmo...
Homicide Investigation – Fifth Street Shooting IncidentStatesville, NC – On Saturday, August 2, 2025, at approximately 1:30 p.m., the Statesville Police Department was dispatched to a report ...
Back to School Traffic Safety: Keeping Our Children Safe... Statesville PD urges drivers and parents to stay alert as students return to school. Help keep kids safe in school zones and around buses.
Strikes, Smiles, and Stronger Bonds: Bowling with a Cop ... The Statesville Police Department recently hosted a fun-filled Bowling with a Cop event - and it was a strike! 🎳 Held as part of the dep...
Arrest Made in Homicide Investigation of D’Angelo BarkerThe Statesville Police Department has made an arrest in connection with the June 14, 2025, homicide of D’Angelo Malindsay Barker.
Guilty Plea in 2023 Double Overdose CaseJuly 22, 2025 Statesville, NC – On Monday, July 7, 2025, Kaylan Obrien Brandon pled guilty to several charges, including Death by Distri...
Captain John C. Galliher Promoted to Assistant Police ChiefThe Statesville Police Department and the City of Statesville are proud to announce the promotion of Captain John C. Galliher to Assista...
Operation Safe Driver Week: Promoting Safer Roads in Sta... Each year, the Statesville Police Department joins Operation Safe Driver Week, a nationwide initiative led by the CVSA to improve road s...
Stay Safe on the Roadside: Quick Tips from Statesville P... Whether you’re driving, biking, walking, or working along the roadside, safety should always come first. This July, the Statesville Poli...
Welcome to Our Newest SPD OfficersJuly 2, 2025 This morning, Mayor Costi Kutteh and Police Chief David Onley proudly swore in three new officers to the Statesville Police...
Arrest Made in Deaton Street HomicideAfter a brief vehicle pursuit, the driver abandoned the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot. Following a short foot chase, the suspect...
SPD Investigating Shots Fired at Crossroads Drive Walmar... June 30, 2025 Statesville, NC – On Sunday, June 29, 2025, at approximately 1:35 p.m., officers with the Statesville Police Department re...
Vehicle Theft Prevention Month: Let’s Keep Statesville SafeEvery 32 seconds a vehicle is stolen in the U.S., many due to easy mistakes. This July, Statesville PD is sharing quick tips to help pre...
From Safety Lessons to Fire Truck Showers: Day 5 at SPD CampThe final day of SPD Summer Camp was a perfect mix of learning, laughter, and celebration.
Splash & Smiles: Day 4 at SPD Summer CampAfter a week full of exciting lessons and hands-on activities, Day 4 of SPD Summer Camp brought a splash of relaxation!
Day 3 of SPD Summer Camp: Exploreing Police Work and Sta... Day 3 of 2025 Statesville Police Department Summer Camp gave our campers a behind-the-scenes look at how the Statesville Police Departme...
Day 2 of SPD Summer Camp: Crime-Solving, Fingerprints, a... Day 2 of the 2025 Statesville Police Department’s Summer Camp was packed with hands-on learning, detective work, and valuable safety les...
SPD Summer Camp – Day 1 Recap: Games, Safety, and New Fr... The first day of the 2025 Statesville Police Department Summer Camp is in the books – and what a great start it was!
City of Statesville Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for Po... City officials, staff, project partners, and members of the community gathered on Monday, June 16, to officially break ground on the Sta...
SPD Connects with Community at Housing Authority Block PartyJune 16, 2025 On Saturday, the Statesville Police Department was proud to attend the Statesville Housing Authority’s Block Party. Office...
Fatal Shooting Near Abernathy Ball Field – SPD InvestigatingFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 15, 2025 Statesville, NC – On Saturday, June 14, 2025, at approximately 12:45 p.m., the Statesville Police De...
Fatal Shooting on East Allison Street – SPD InvestigatingJune 15, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE S tatesville, NC – On Saturday, June 14, 2025, at approximately 5:35 a.m., officers with the Statesv...
Message from Chief David OnleyThe Statesville Police Department is aware of public interest and commentary surrounding the demonstration scheduled for Saturday, June ...
Statesville Police Department Upgrades to Axon Technolog... PowerPoint Presentation The Statesville Police Department has completed a major technology upgrade with the implementation of Axon’s adv...
SPD Welcomes Two New Officers from MCC BLET ClassThe Statesville Police Department extends its congratulations to all the recent graduates of the Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) p...
SPD Conducting Business Confirmations to Update 911 Cont... The Statesville Police Department is currently conducting business confirmations throughout the city as part of an effort to update the ...