Domestic violence crimes in Fayetteville have dropped by 21% compared to this time last year, according to new data.
Wayne Coats revealed that after much prayer and reflection," he has decided to retire as the sheriff of Harnett County.
Authorities acknowledged that the news may shock many who grew up as Buford's fans and watched the 1973 "Walking Tall" movie he inspired.
Detectives say there could be more victims and would like them to come forward.
Johnathan Morgan's current role is the operations commander at the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office.
Former Fayetteville Chief of Police Kem Braden has filed paperwork to seek appointment as sheriff of Cumberland County.