Current Events
Chief of Police: Errol Jarman
Detective Lieutenant: Gregory Wilkerson
Patrol Lieutenant: Danny Sutton
Executive Assistant: Tracy Towson
Admin Assistant (Main PD): Tracy Towson
Spring Lake Police Strengthen Community Partnerships and Crime Prevention Efforts
By The Spring Lake Voice Staff
The Spring Lake Police Department continues
to emphasize the importance of community policing, crime prevention and positive
relationships between officers and the residents they serve.
Community policing is built on a simple but important principle: public safety works best when
law-enforcement officers and community members work together. Through neighborhood engagement, public education and direct communication, officers
can better understand residents’ concerns while helping families and businesses protect themselves from crime.
Residents also play an important role in keeping Spring Lake safe. Community members are encouraged to remain aware of their surroundings, secure their homes and vehicles, avoid leaving valuables in plain sight and promptly report suspicious activity. Neighborhood watch
programs and regular communication among neighbors can also discourage crime and help officers respond more effectively.
Crime prevention is not limited to arrests and enforcement.
It also involves building trust, addressing concerns before they
become larger problems and creating opportunities for residents to interact positively with police officers. When residents feel comfortable sharing information and officers
understand the neighborhoods they patrol, the entire community benefits.
Nominate an Outstanding Spring Lake Police Officer
The Spring Lake Voice is inviting residents, business owners
and community organizations to nominate a Spring Lake police officer who has gone above and beyond the call of duty.
The recognition is intended for an officer who has demonstrated
exceptional service, compassion, professionalism, courage or
dedication to the Spring Lake community. Examples may
include helping a family during a difficult situation, mentoring a young person, assisting a stranded motorist, resolving a neighborhood concern or performing an extraordinary
act of public service.
Nominations should include:
*The officer’s name, if known
*A description of what the officer did
*The approximate date and location of the incident
*The reason the officer deserves recognition
*The nominator’s name and contact information
Community members may also submit a nomination if they
do not know the officer’s name. Providing the date, time,
location and a description of the interaction may help identify
the officer.
Selected officers may be recognized in a future edition of
The Spring Lake Voice. By sharing these stories, the newspaper
hopes to highlight outstanding public service and strengthen
the relationship between the Spring Lake Police Department
and the community.
Together, residents, businesses and law-enforcement officers
can help make Spring Lake a safer, stronger and more
connected community.
First Friday On Main
Come out and enjoy an evening of music, Vendors, Kids Zone and etc.
Date: August 7, 2026
Time: 6pm. to 9pm.
Date: September 4, 2026
Time: 6pm. to 9pm.
Date: October 2, 2026
Time: 6pm. to 9pm.
Date: November 6, 2026
Time: 6pm. to 9pm.
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Burgess Boxing and Fitness
Showdown in Spring Lake amateur boxing show.
Date: Saturday Sept. 12, 2026
Time: Doors open at 1:00 pm.
First bout/starts at 2:00 pm.
Physicals at 9 am.
Location Spring Lake Recreation Center, 245 Ruth St.
Spring Lake, NC
Cost: General Admission $20.00 Boxer registration $20.00
For more info contact
Tony Burgess
Ph. (910)322-6025
The Winford E. Lee Sr.
Education Center
The Community
Back To School Giveaway
Location: Mendoza Park Spring Lake NC
Date : August 15, 2026
Time: 10am- 2pm.
Contact: Commissioner Jackie Jackson
(910) 261-1444
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