In a recent incident in Randolph County, a man faced charges after allegedly making threats towards a family member. The Randolph County Sheriff's Office responded to a call on September 12, 2025, regarding these threats. Upon arriving at the scene, the suspect, identified as Edward Scott Wright, was swiftly detained and evaluated by emergency medical services before being transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Fortunately, there was no need for any evacuations in connection with the incident.
The charges brought against Edward Scott Wright include felony possession of a firearm by a felon and two misdemeanor counts of communicating threats. Following the evaluation and medical treatment, Wright was transferred to the Randolph County Detention Center. He was served his warrant and was denied bond pending his first appearance in Randolph County District Court scheduled for September 15, 2025.
On a separate note, in February 2025, the Invictus Task Force, a collaborative effort involving Randolph, Alamance, Davidson, and Forsyth Counties, alongside the State Bureau of Investigation and Homeland Security, launched an investigation into child exploitation. During the course of this investigation, Samuel Tadeo Perdomo Sanchez was identified as a suspect.
On September 10, 2025, Samuel Tadeo Perdomo Sanchez, a resident of Tacoma, Washington, was charged with multiple serious counts related to dissemination of obscenity to a minor and sexual exploitation of a minor. Army CID took Perdomo Sanchez into custody, with no bond set pending his extradition back to Randolph County. The investigation into this case remains active, and authorities encourage anyone with relevant information to reach out to the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office Invictus Task Force representatives.
The Invictus Task Force primarily focuses on combatting internet crimes against children cICACc, sexual abuse, trafficking, and the exploitation of minors by leveraging collaborative resources. It is a powerful force in the battle against such atrocities. Those who suspect potential cases of child exploitation or trafficking are urged to contact the national hotline for immediate assistance at 1-888-373-7888 or text "HELP" to 233733.
For more updates and information on the ongoing efforts of the Invictus Task Force and related initiatives, you can visit their website at www.theinvictusproject.org. The joint efforts of the task force signify a strategic alliance aimed at mitigating internet-facilitated crimes against vulnerable populations.
The instances highlighted in Randolph County underscore the importance of ongoing vigilance and cooperative efforts in combating threats to the safety and well-being of individuals, especially minors. The collaboration between law enforcement agencies, task forces, and community members plays a pivotal role in addressing and preventing such reprehensible crimes. It is a reminder of the crucial need for public awareness, reporting, and support mechanisms to safeguard vulnerable populations and ensure justice for victims.