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Burnsville Today
By the People, for the People
Yancey Sheriff's Felony Arrest Report Highlights Repeat Offenders
Charges include drug possession, larceny, and probation violations in Burnsville and surrounding areas
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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The Yancey County Sheriff's Office has released its felony arrest report for the period of January 9 to February 11, 2026, detailing a range of charges against individuals in the Burnsville, North Carolina area. The report includes arrests for drug possession, larceny, failure to appear, and probation violations, with several repeat offenders among those taken into custody.
Why it matters
The report sheds light on the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in addressing persistent criminal activity in the Yancey County region, particularly related to drug-related offenses and repeat offenders. It also highlights the need for continued community engagement and support for rehabilitation and reintegration programs to address the root causes of criminal behavior.
The details
The felony arrests include charges such as felony larceny of a dog, felony possession of methamphetamine, felony probation violations, and failure to appear on previous felony charges. Several individuals were also served with outstanding warrants from other counties. The bonds set for the accused ranged from $5,000 to $123,000, reflecting the severity of the alleged crimes.
- The arrest report covers the period from January 9 to February 11, 2026.
- The arrests were made between January 12 and February 12, 2026.
The players
Suzanne Stovall Armstrong
A 70-year-old resident of Burnsville, North Carolina, arrested on January 12, 2026, for felony larceny of a dog and misdemeanor resisting a public officer.
Melvin Quintin Choate
A 70-year-old resident of Burnsville, North Carolina, arrested on January 20, 2026, for failure to appear on felony charges.
Darren Clifford Wright
A 37-year-old resident of Burnsville, North Carolina, arrested on January 22, 2026, for felony possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, felony probation violation, and multiple misdemeanor charges, as well as outstanding warrants from Mecklenburg County.
Candace Nicole Tipton
A 33-year-old resident of Burnsville, North Carolina, arrested on January 24, 2026, for felony possession with intent to manufacture, sell, and deliver a Schedule II controlled substance, felony possession of fentanyl, and other related charges.
Christopher Lee Davis
A 46-year-old resident of Old Fort, North Carolina, arrested on January 26, 2026, for a range of felony and misdemeanor charges, including possession of methamphetamine, possession of stolen goods, and larceny of a motor vehicle, as well as outstanding warrants from other counties.
The takeaway
The Yancey County Sheriff's felony arrest report highlights the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in addressing persistent criminal activity, particularly related to drug offenses and repeat offenders. This underscores the need for continued community engagement, support for rehabilitation programs, and a comprehensive approach to address the root causes of criminal behavior and reduce recidivism rates in the region.
