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05/03/2024

A heavy police response has been called to a home on Reed St, off of SE Maynard Rd.

Cary Police tell us:

"Police have responded to an apparent su***de attempt involving a firearm. The individual is being transported in critical condition."

Citizens might remember Cary Police were recently called to Stone St. on 4/24 in response to a domestic disturbance, which resulted in a lockdown situation at East Cary Magnet Middle School. While the two locations are very close in proximity, Cary Police tell us the two incidents are unrelated, isolated events.

04/24/2024

Edited at 4:10pm: The situation has been resolved and students have been released.

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From Cary Police Department, regarding lockdown at East Cary Magnet Middles School:

We are dealing with a domestic-related assault in the 100 block of Stone St. where the suspect fled into the woodline prior to police arriving on the scene. This location is ½ mile from the school. Out of an abundance of caution, we have placed the school on a Code Yellow Lockdown. We do not believe that this individual is a threat to the school in any way, however, given the proximity to the school, the decision was made to initiate the Code Yellow as a precaution.

02/28/2024

Cary High School Football

01/07/2024

The NC Rate Bureau is petitioning the NC Department of Insurance for much higher home owner's insurance rates, which could go into effect in August. Wake County, for example, stands to see an increase in rates by as much as 39.8%. If you have property at the coast, you can expect to see much higher rates proposed. Follow the link to download the PDF with rate proposals. The public comment period for citizens who wish to push back on these severe rate hikes, will take place in person on January 22, 10am-4:30pm, in the Jim Long Hearing Room in the Albemarle Building, 325 N. Salisbury St., Raleigh, N.C. 27603. A virtual forum will take place simultaneously. If you wish to email your concerns, public comments should be sent by Feb. 2 to: [email protected].

Written public comments must be received by Kimberly W. Pearce, Paralegal III, by Feb. 2 and addressed to 1201 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-1201.

The Department of Insurance has recently moved to 3200 Beechleaf Ct, Raleigh, we are always available to help you by calling 855-408-1212 (toll free) Directions

12/18/2023

Everyone close to Montross has talked about how kind he was, and the time he spent doing charity work and engaging with the community. This is such sad news for his family and friends, and the UNC family at large.

11/02/2023

CARY, N.C. – Cary Police Chief Terry Sult, along with United States Attorney Michael Easley, and other law enforcement partners, will hold a news conference today to provide additional details about the arrest and charges against Kevin Edral Douglas.

WHERE: Cary Police Department, 120 Wilkinson Ave., Cary, NC 27513

WHEN: Today at 3:00 pm

10/12/2023

Downtown Cary Park...before THE PARK.

09/28/2023

Epic Games announced today, a reduction of 16% of its workforce, approximately 830 jobs. CEO Tim Sweeney said the layoffs were overdue and, "For a while now, we’ve been spending way more money than we earn."

03/24/2023

The Pāpur has obtained Fire and Rescue communications from the scene. We have that audio and new details for you, here...

“Chief, we came out here for an outside fire, for a burn pile, (inaudible) cardboard, it looks like there’s a body in the pile."

https://www.thepapur.com/cary/fire-and-rescue-communications-provide-more-details-in-dorset-drive-homicide-audio

One piece of the story has fallen in to place, as we asked police whether Ian Delauder had interaction with the Cary Fire Department (first to arrive on the scene) or the Cary Police Department prior to the self-inflicted gunshot wound. Sergeant Alexander told us, “In listening to radio traffic, i...

03/23/2023

Murder suspect in the Dorset Drive case, Ian Delauder, has dies. Get the latest updates on this story, here...

https://www.thepapur.com/cary/suspect-dies-latest-update-on-the-dorset-drive-incident-from-cary-police

The Cary Police Dept has received notification that 35-year-old Ian Delauder, has died from the injuries he sustained on Sunday, March 19, 2023. His death has been ruled a su***de. Delauder was the suspect in the death of 34-year-old Cecily Anne Walker (aka Cecily Anne Walker-Scott) of Raleigh, NC w

03/21/2023

Cary Police release 9-1-1 call in the ongoing investigation at 618 Dorset Drive in Cary, NC. You can listen to the call here...

https://www.thepapur.com/cary/9-1-1-call-from-ongoing-investigation-at-618-dorset-drive-in-cary

The Cary Police Department has released the 9-1-1 call stemming from the presence of a large fire at 918 Dorset Drive in Cary, NC on March 19th 2022, where the homeowner was found in critical condition with a single gunshot wound, which Cary PD have described as self-inflicted. Upon extinguishing th

03/20/2023

We continue to follow the story from 618 Dorset Drive in Cary. Here's the latest from Cary Police Department:

Investigators are continuing their investigation into the self-inflicted shooting and body discovery on Dorset Drive. The body that was found inside a homemade firepit has been transported to the Office of the Medical Examiner. There, we are hoping to learn the identity, cause, and time of death which will be vital pieces of information for investigators. We do not have a timeline for the ME's process. The homeowner, found in the RV with a single self-inflicted gunshot wound, is still hospitalized in critical condition. We are not releasing his name at this time due to family notifications. We are also not releasing the name of the female found unharmed on the property due to the investigative process. There have been numerous requests for the release of 911 recordings. Personnel are currently working to compile that data and we anticipate releasing them later this evening. This is still an active investigation and anyone with information is asked to call Cary Police at (919) 469-4012.

03/19/2023

HAPPENING NOW: This is the scene at 618 Dorset Drive in Cary, where Police are investigating human remains found in a fire pit. Additionally, one person (identified as the homeowner) was transported to a nearby hospital with life threatening injuries. The individual is in critical condition. Police say the man suffered a single, self-inflicted gunshot. An uninjured female was also located on the scene. She's speaking with investigators. Police say this is an ongoing investigation.

The Pāpur will bring you more coverage as the story unfolds.

Refer to our previous post for additional details not listed here.

02/28/2023

from WRAL TV

https://www.wral.com/campbell-yellow-pine-pollen-like-this-is-unprecedented-for-february/20740509/

The bottom line: We have never seen the pine pollen this early in the Triangle.

02/15/2023

Pickleball is Growing in Cary.

Cary is quickly becoming a hub for pickleball enthusiasts. In recent years, pickleball has become increasingly popular as more people are drawn to its fun, competitive nature. Our town offers a variety of courts and clubs that cater to beginners and players of all levels.

02/11/2023

Opening night of PBR at Fenton.

01/27/2023

Cary PD Seeking Information Related to Fatal Hit & Run Crash

The Cary Police are seeking the public's help to identify the driver of a large SUV involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash Thursday night. At 8:40 pm on Thursday, officers responded to the intersection of Kildaire Farm Rd and Advent Court after receiving reports of a vehicle crash involving a pedestrian. Upon arrival, officers found JOHN WAYNE WARE (61 yoa) of Raleigh laying in the roadway with injuries consistent with a vehicle vs pedestrian crash. He was transported to the hospital where he later died from his injuries.

Police are looking for a late model SUV, such as a Chevy Tahoe or GMC Yukon, white in color and possibly with damage to the front bumper. The driver of this vehicle failed to stop at the scene of the crash and investigators are seeking the public's help to identify them. This is an ongoing investigation and anyone with information is asked to call the Cary Police Department's Traffic Safety Team at (919) 469-4012.

01/09/2023

Information from the Cary Police Department:

Units from the Cary Police and Morrisville Fire Depts are on the scene of a single-vehicle crash on Aviation Pkwy just north of Dominion Drive. At approximately 10:45 am units responded to this location after receiving reports of a vehicle being in the water of Lake Crabtree. The driver, Joshua Delaine (35 yoa) of Fayetteville, NC, was traveling southbound on Aviation Pkwy when he lost control of his SUV. He collided with the guardrail before his vehicle went over the embankment, collided with a powerline pole, and came to rest in the waters of Lake Crabtree. This single-vehicle crash is still under investigation and the driver was not injured. He was able to climb out of the vehicle on his own and met with first responders upon their arrival at the scene. The cause of the crash is still under investigation.

Aviation Pkwy is currently closed between the entrance of Lake Crabtree Park and Dominion Drive. Motorists are asked to use alternate routes until the roadway re-opens. Officials from Duke Energy have been contacted and are on the scene. A timeline for the roadway to reopen is undetermined.

12/19/2022

Fortnite developer Epic Games to pay $520 million in fines in FTC settlement

Fortnite publisher Epic Games will pay a $520 million fine in connection with violations of child privacy laws which exposed children to "dangerous" content.

11/22/2022

Time-lapse in Downtown Cary today.

10/15/2022

10/12/2022

From the Cary Police Department:

Cary Police Investigating Shots Fired at Cary High School

Just after 11:30 this morning, Cary police responded to a report of a shot fired at Cary High School. As per protocol, the school was immediately placed on Code Red Lockdown. Shortly thereafter, a student was detained off campus and questioned. Officers conducted a thorough sweep of the campus for possible weapons and any incident-related evidence. There is no threat to the school and no injuries were reported. All students are accounted for and safe. This remains an active investigation, and anyone with information is asked to call Cary Police at (919) 469-4012.

10/06/2022

Meet local author and trainer of service dogs, Margot Bennett, in this piece highlighting her work...

https://www.thepapur.com/cary/life-of-service-in-cary-nc

If you’ve walked or driven through Downtown Cary, you’ve possibly seen Margot Bennett out and about with one of her trainees. A trainer of service dogs, Bennett likes to bring her four-legged students out to learn commands and socialize amongst their friendly neighbors and fellow Caryites!

09/02/2022

https://www.thepapur.com/cary/tremendous-fight-by-cary-imps-not-enough-to-edge-athens-drive-at-home

Last night’s matchup between Cary High’s Imps and Athens Drive’s Jaguars ended with the Jaguars hanging on to win 20-14. However, the scoreboard tells only half the story.

09/01/2022

We've updated this story to include the audio recording of the testimonials given at Mrs. Sue's celebration of life. Several people spoke so kindly and shared their stories.

*Audio can be played from the link at the top of the story.*

https://www.thepapur.com/cary/sue-daniel-heartwood-montessori-carync

Mrs. Sue was one of Heartwood Montessori’s founders, our beloved school in the heart of Downtown Cary. Hundreds of families called Heartwood their home away from home, prior to the school closing its doors a few years ago. Beginning in 1991, Mrs. Sue and her partners, along with a superstar teachi...

08/20/2022

The Cary High School football team opened the 2022 season last night at home. Story here...

https://www.thepapur.com/cary/cary-high-school-football-cleveland-rams

The Cary High School varsity football team faced off against the Cleveland Rams in their 2022 season opener at home, last night. The Rams proved too much for Cary.

08/10/2022

*UPDATE*

August 11, 2022

This issue has been resolved. The missing girl and her mom have been found.
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August 10, 2022

UPDATE: Police have located the missing UNC Rex Hospital vehicle. Mother and child are still missing. They were last seen traveling towards downtown Sanford from 215 Bracken Street in Sanford in a silver 2011 Lexus RX350, North Carolina registration of JKC-6112. If you have any information regarding this abduction, call Cary Police Department immediately at 919-469-4012 or call 911 or star HP.
If you have information, contact:
Cary Police Department
Call: 919-469-4012

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The Cary Police Department is looking for a missing juvenile and asking for the public's help to locate the child. Police are attempting to locate AMANI JADA BRUCE, a 5-year-old, black female, who was last seen in the 100 block of Rosedown Drive in Cary. She was last seen wearing purple pajamas with a unicorn on the front. Amani Bruce was last seen with her biological mother CRYSTAL BEATRICE WALSTON, 38 - year old, black female. Crystal Walston is believed to be operating a stolen vehicle. The vehicle is a 2019 Ford Escape with UNC Rex Hospital markings on both sides, NC license plate FLV-4955. The vehicle is similar to the vehicle pictured below. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Amani Bruce and her mother Crystal Walston is asked to call 911.

07/23/2022

Second Arrest Made in Cary Shooting

The Cary Police Department has made a second arrest in connection with the July 20, 2022 shooting in Cary. Abraham Saif Assaedi, 27 year old white male from Oxford, NC turned himself in this afternoon with his attorney present. Assaedi has been charged with one count of Assault With a Deadly Weapon with Intent to Kill Inflicting Serious Injury.

Salwa Saif Assaedi of Cary was arrested and charged in connection with this shooting on Thursday, July 21, 2022. This shooting is domestic related and the name of the victim is not being released at this time. With this latest arrest, the case has been turned over to the Wake County District Attorney’s office. Further media inquiries into this case are directed to the District Attorney’s Office.

07/20/2022

The Cary Police Department is investigating a Felony Hit and Run crash involving a bicyclist and is asking the public for help to identify the driver of the vehicle involved.

At approximately 7:20 pm on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, a cyclist was traveling west bound on E. Chatham Street near WakeMed Soccer Park when he was struck by a passing vehicle. The vehicle was reported as being a white or cream-colored SUV, possibly a GMC Acadia or Chevy Traverse. The cyclist was struck by the vehicle’s passenger side mirror and knocked to the ground. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

The crash is being investigated as a Felony Hit and Run by the Cary Police Department’s Traffic Safety Team. If you have information about this traffic crash, please contact Lt. Bryant Brame at (919) 469-4338.

07/20/2022

Last night was the final swim meet of the 2022 season for the Cary Swim Club Imps, held at the Scott's Mill pool in Apex.