Bertie County
Coverage of Bertie County in the Nexus archive.
- Vehicle linked to drive-by shooting found in Bertie County
The Bertie County Sheriff's Office found a vehicle believed to be involved in a drive-by shooting on Wednesday afternoon at Meadow Road. The incident occurred in Bertie County.
- Bertie County Sheriff's Office warns against fake TikTok real estate page
The Bertie County Sheriff's Office has issued a warning about a fake TikTok page falsely advertising homes for rent by reposting images from real estate websites. The scam involves repurposing photos of listed properties to deceive potential renters.
- Inmates take control of jail after overpowering correctional staff
Inmates took control of the Bertie-Martin Regional Detention Center in North Carolina after overpowering correctional staff, holding three guards hostage before negotiations led to the release of two guards and 18 inmates. Authorities regained control of the facility by 2 p.m., with all inmates accounted for.
- Inmates take control of jail after overpowering correctional staff
Inmates overpowered correctional staff at a North Carolina jail, taking control of the facility for several hours. Negotiations led to the release of two guards and 18 inmates, with authorities clearing the facility by 2 p.m.
- Second suspect arrested in Bertie County stolen vehicle investigation
A second suspect involved in a stolen vehicle investigation in Bertie County has been arrested. The suspect was captured as part of ongoing law enforcement efforts.