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Friday Ceremony Places Flags On Graves Of Local Veterans

Posted Friday May 25, 2012

American Legion Post 72 in Aberdeen joined forces Friday evening May 25th with local Scouts from Cub Scout Pack 800 and Boy Scout Troop 800 both from Aberdeen, and Boy Scout Troop 810 from Vass to place flags on the graves of Veterans that are buried at Bethesda Cemetery.        Those gathered today carry on a tradition that dates back half of a century when the American Legion here first started the flag project in 1954. Joined by the Scouts, family members, local dignitaries, and members of the public; everyone gathered at the cemetery for a brief ceremony that was concluded with Taps being played on the trumpet. The assembled volunteers then broke up into 7 groups and canvassed the cemetery placing more than 450 flags on individual Veteran graves.        The evening concluded with everyone returning to the Legion Hut on Main Street in Aberdeen for a Hot Dog Supper and time for fellowship.

Sandhills Children's Center Memorial Day Parade Held Today

Posted Friday May 25, 2012

The 2012 Sandhills Children’s Center Memorial Day Parade was held at 10 AM Friday morning in front of the school, to start off our local Memorial Day weekend here in the Sandhills. Special guests included parents who are actively serving in our nation’s armed forces as well as two retired military veterans.        Captain Dale Peterson, who lives in Pinehurst, retired from the Navy with 32 years of active service. Albert White, also living in Pinehurst, served in World War II in the Navy and the Korean War in the Marines, with both tours as a Medic.        The children were all smiles as they waved at the many guests that came to attend the day’s festivities. After the parade the children and visitors were treated to a snack on the lawn of the Children’s Center.

Armed Robbery At Kentucky Fried Chicken In Aberdeen

Posted Tuesday May 22, 2012

An armed robbery occurred Tuesday night just before 10:00 PM at the Kentucky Fried Chicken on US Highway 1 in Aberdeen. Details are limited at this time as the robbery has just occurred and local law enforcement are still on the scene investigating.        What is known, is that at least one man entered the business and brandished a semi automatic handgun demanding money. It is possible that there may have been two men involved, however that was still not clear as of this story.        One man was confirmed to be an African American approximately 5'7" tall wearing a black hooded jacket.  According to employees at the scene one of the men is reported to have jumped across the counter and entered the back area of the business. The man or men then fled out the back door of the business.        A K-9 unit from Southern Pines responded to the scene of the robbery and tracked the suspects to an area behind the Sandhills Business Park beside Sizzling Steak or Eggs on US Highway 1. Officers found clothing and a bag behind the business park that is suspected to possibly be related to tonight’s robbery.        Responding to the robbery were units with the Aberdeen Police Department, Pinebluff Police Department, Southern Pines Police Department, the Moore County Sheriff’s Department, Aberdeen Fire & Rescue, and Moore County EMS. Anyone with information on tonight’s robbery should contact the Aberdeen Police Department at (910) 944-9721 or by calling 911. Further updates will be provided to readers as they become available.

Arrest Made In Saturday Murder

Posted Tuesday May 22, 2012

On May 21, 2012 Deshawn Lamer Morrison-Junious, 20 years old, from Candor, N.C. was arrested in Richmond County at his mother’s home for the homicide of Jasmin Rorie. Moore County Officers were assisted by the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office in making the arrest.        Morrison-Junious is in the Moore County Sheriff’s Detention Center and is being held with no bond. His court date is set for June 07, 2012.

Murder Saturday Night In Eagle Springs Area

Posted Monday May 21, 2012

A man was shot and killed late Saturday night in the Eagle Springs area of Moore County. The man was reportedly shot inside of a mobile home where a party was being held around 3:00 AM Saturday night.        The shooting occurred at 248 McCoy Road near the Moore County & Montgomery County lines.  Emergency responders were called to the scene of the shooting, however the people involved had left the area and drove the injured man to the hospital in a passenger car before the arrival of any of the emergency units.        According to Sheriff's Department Captain Richard Talbert, while the officers were responding to the location one of the officers met a white Honda vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was traveling toward the hospital. The deputy attempted to stop the vehicle, but the vehicle continued toward the hospital. Once at the hospital it was learned that the victim, Jasmin Rorie a 23 year male from Candor had been shot and was deceased. The shooting is under investigation by the Moore County Sheriff’s Department.

Apartment Fire Sunday Night Outside Vass

Posted Monday May 21, 2012

Local emergency responders were called out to an apartment fire Sunday night just after 11:00 PM outside of Vass. The fire was located in a 2nd floor apartment at the Crystal Lake Apartments at 285 Camp Easter Road. Firefighters were able to quickly bring the fire under control saving the structure from serious damage.        Responding to tonight’s fire were units with Cypress Point Fire Department, Southern Pines Fire & Rescue, Moore County EMS, and the Moore County Sheriff’s Department.

Southern Pines Police Department Announces Employee of the Quarter Award 1st Quarter - 2012

Posted Friday May 18, 2012

The Southern Pines Police Department is pleased to announce the Employee of the Quarter Award for the 1st Quarter of 2012. This award recognizes police department employees who have provided exemplary service to the community or performed in a manner worthy of recognition. It is the result of a peer nomination and action by the supervisory and command staff of the Southern Pines Police Department.        Police Officer Joseph Asmussen is the recipient of the award for the 1st Quarter of 2012. Officer Asmussen was selected due to the extra effort he put forth in several investigations during the quarter to bring the cases to a successful conclusion. In his letter announcing the award, Chief Letteney stated:        In January, you responded to a report of a Breaking and Entering and Larceny at a downtown business. You were able to view video from the premises and, due to your knowledge ofpeople in the community, you recognized the suspects from a previous call. You continued the investigation, located and charged the suspects and recovered the stolen property. While other investigative resources were available to you, you had the knowledge and ability to pursue the case and did so in a professional and diligent manner.        Also in January, you responded to a report of an aggressive dog that attacked another dog Unfortunately, due to the injuries, this dog had to be euthanized. You followed through with the investigation, identified the owner of the aggressive dog and charged him appropriately. You were professional with all involved, and showed true empathy and compassion to the owner of the dog that was attacked.        In March you conducted a traffic stop of a suspicious vehicle. Through your skills and experience, you suspected that the vehicle contained drugs and furthered your investigation through interviews, gaining probable cause to charge the driver with Felony Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Sell and Deliver, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Not only was a drug dealer held accountable for his actions, a quantity of drugs were removed from the community.        These are just three examples of the hard work and dedicated focus you display toward your duties as a police officer for the Southern Pines Police Department.        The Southern Pines Police Department is proud to recognize Officer Joseph Asmussen with this award. He represents the professionalism and dedication to the community which is indicative of all members of the Southern Pines Police Department.