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Aug232022 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

Man Suspected of Stealing 1,000 Gallons of Gas Charged by RCSO

Crime

ASHEBORO N.C. - A man from Bunnlevel is facing multiple felony charges after being charged with stealing 1,000 gallons of gasoline from a local gas station. On July 9, 2022, the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Handy Hugo gas station on Hwy 64 East in Asheboro in reference to a possible larceny/theft of fuel in progress. According to a press release, when deputies arrived, they noticed a white Chevrolet truck with a work bed sitting in theparking lot of the gas station over the underground fuel tanks. A deputy spoke with an employee who told them the store had been a victim of larceny of 1,000 gallons of fuel from the underground tank between July 4th and 5th and that the same vehicle deputies were investigating in the parking lot was seen on video the dates of the the...

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Sheriff’s Office Seeking Information on Suspect in Dollar General Robbery

Crime

ASHEBORO N.C. - The Randolph County Sheriff's Office is asking for help identifying a suspect involved in a robbery of the Coleridge Dollar General earlier this week. On August 14, 2022, at approximately 9:15 pm, an armed robbery occurred at the Dollar Generallocated at 4448 NC HWY 22 S., in Ramseur which is located in the Coleridge area. Surveillance video shows a male enter the business at approximately 9:15 pm wearing black pants, tan in color boots, black jacket with white lettering near the left side, a black face mask, and blue in color hood. The suspect then interacted with the clerk, brandished a firearm, and demanded money. After obtainingmoney from the business the suspect left through the front door and headed south towards the Bennett area in a silver in color passenge...

Aug172022 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

State Transportation Officials Urge Safety Around Railroads

Traffic & Roads

RALEIGH N.C. (NCDOT)– The N.C. Department of Transportation is reminding people to stay off railroad tracks after multiple incidents involving a train and either a vehicle or pedestrian. Already this year there have been 51 incidents with vehicles and pedestrians on railroad tracks in North Carolina; 10 people have died. “That’s why we’re always reminding people to be very careful around railroad tracks,” said Jason Orthner, director for NCDOT’s Rail Division. “Railroads are only meant for trains. Drivers should obey traffic laws and never stop on the tracks. Also, people should never walk, jog or take pictures on railroad tracks. Doing so is extremely dangerous.” Staff in NCDOT’s Rail Division also urge people to follow these tips: If there is an emergency at a railroad crossing,...

Aug122022 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

Two Juveniles Found Occupying Stolen Car After Vehicle Chase

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Acme News Archive ASHEBORO N.C. - Two juveniles were found occupying a stolen car that was involved in a chase with police earlier this week. According to a police report from the Asheboro Police Department on Aug 9th 2022, just after 2am in the morning, an officer attempted to pull over on S Fayetteville St near Lanier Ave. Police say that vehicle was reported stolen and linked to an attempted vehicle left. A brief chase through the back streets of Asheboro occurred and when the vehicle was stopped officers found two juveniles in the car. Police released the juveniles back to their parents, but plan to seek juvenile petitions against them at a later date. This incident comes just a few weeks after officers with the Asheboro Police Department responded to a call about an arm...

Aug122022 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

North Carolina Zoo Announces Death of Male Lion

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Photo: NC Zoo ASHEBORO N.C. (NC ZOO)- The North Carolina Zoo sadly announces the death of Reilly, a 23-year-old African lion who had been battling renal disease for several years. Reilly was the oldest male lion in an Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA)-accredited institution. "He was so tolerant of his rambunctious offspring and was fiercely devoted to his lady lion, Mekita," said Zookeeper Beth Malott, who worked with Reilly for eight years. "Reilly was a one-of-a-kind soul, and his morning roars will be greatly missed." Reilly had been battling renal disease for several years, and with his advanced age and weakened physical state, the animal care team and veterinarians made the heart-wrenching, quality-of-life decision to euthanize him. "Renal disease is not uncommon for a...

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Libraries to Offer Countywide Dementia Caregiver Training, Sensory Activity Kits

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Community Navigator Angi Polito displays the contents of sensory activity kits, available from the Randolph County Public Libraries, that caregivers can use with people experiencing dementia. (Randolph County Public Library) ASHEBORO N.C. (RCPL) – Caregivers for people experiencing dementia are invited to participate in hands-on, multi-disciplinary training workshops presented by the Dementia Alliance of North Carolina at three Randolph County Public Libraries locations on August 30 and 31. Called “Accepting the Challenge,” the training will be offered at the libraries as follows; Archdale Public Library, 3 p.m. Tuesday, August 30; Liberty Public Library, 6 p.m. Tuesday, August 30; Asheboro Public Library, 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 31. The sessions, conducted by Melanie Bunn, R...

Aug52022 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

Asheboro Police Investigating After Man Shot In Foot

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ASHEBORO N.C. - Police are working to understand what led to a shooting last night in Asheboro that left a local man shot in the foot. On August 5th, 2022, at approximately 2am, patrol officers with the Asheboro Police Department were dispatched to a mobile home on Walnut Street, in reference to a gunshot wound. According to a press release from the Asheboro Police Department this morning, when officers arrived and entered the residence they located one white male victim, identified as Randal Clay Allred, with a gunshot wound to his right foot. Officers rendered aid to the victim, and he was transported by Randolph County EMS to a local medical facility. Police say preliminary information obtained on-scene indicates there was a struggle inside the residence before the victim was sh...

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Road Closures for Rock’n-The-Park and Cruise-In

Traffic & Roads

Friday night, August 5th, 2022, roads in downtown Asheboro will be closed at 5:15 pm and reopen at 11:30 p.m.

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Man Tries To Set Franklinville House On Fire, Arrested, Says RCSO

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ASHEBORO N.C. - A local man was arrested Sunday after he allegedly tried to set a house on fire in Franklinville. According to a press release from the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office, on July 31, 2022, deputies responded with the Franklinville Fire Department to a report of a house fire on W. Main St. in Franklinville. The Sheriff's Office says their deputies received information that a Hispanic male subject in a red shirt, approached the residence with a gas can, and set the residence on fire. They were able to identify that male as Evelio Pinales, who was later located and arrested at his residence. Pinales was charged with one count of felony second degree arson. He was issued a $50,000 secured bond with a first appearance set for August 1, 2022, in Randolph County District ...

Jul282022 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

Missing Juvenile With Gun Arrested In Asheboro After Running From Police

Crime

ASHEBORO N.C. - Earlier this week officers with the Asheboro Police Department responding to a call about an armed person ended up chasing a juvenile who was reported missing who was carrying a gun. On July 24th 2022, officer were dispatched to Martin Luther King Jr Dr in Asheboro after 911 received a call about an armed juvenile suspect in the area. When officers arrived they located a male juvenile suspect, who due to their age remains unnamed, in front of Harrison St. According to a police report, when the responding officer saw the suspect they were aware they had been reported missing. When the officer attempted to detain the juvenile suspect they say he jerked away from them revealing a handgun in his waistband before fleeing on foot. Another responding officer saw the suspe...