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Victim Services

IF YOU ARE A VICTIM OF A CRIME

If you are the victim of a crime please report the offense as soon as practical by calling our Communications Section at 336-727-2112. A deputy will respond to your location and start the investigative process by filing a report. If you need immediate assistance or you’re involved in an emergency, please dial 911.

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Latest News & Highlights

Sheriff

Sergeant Craig N. McKnight Retires

Published by Alicia Coleman / May 3, 2023

Sergeant Craig N. McKnight began his Law Enforcement career in 1997. Sergeant McKnight earned several promotions throughout his career with his last promotion to the rank of Sergeant in 2021.

Sheriff

Detention Corporal Scott Vaughn Retires

Published by Alicia Coleman / May 3, 2023

Detention Corporal Scott Vaughn began his Law Enforcement career in 2000. Detention Corporal Vaughn was promoted to the rank of Corporal in 2006.


Sheriff

Detention Officer II Ricco Carter Retires

Published by Alicia Coleman / May 3, 2023

Detention Officer II Ricco Carter began his Law Enforcement career in 2000.

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Forsyth County Crime Statistics Year to Date

Crimes Against Persons
918
Crimes Against Property
722
Crimes Against Society
480
Group B
3,120
Calls for Service
47,511

* Stats 1/1/2023 thru 4/30/2023.

2022 Forsyth County Crime Clock

Violent Crime

  • One homicide every 52 days
  • One rape every 24 days
  • One aggravated assault every 2 days
  • ONE VIOLENT CRIME EVERY 37 HOURS

Property Crime

  • One robbery every 17 days
  • One burglary every 1 Day
  • One larceny every 8 hours
  • One motor vehicle theft every 3 days
  • ONE PROPERTY CRIME EVERY 5 HOURS

Other Crime

  • One Crimes Against Persons every 4.5 hours
  • One Crimes Against Property every 3.6 hours
  • One Crimes Against Society every 4.5 hours
  • One Call for Service every 5 minutes