Former Wake County Deputy Arrested, Fired Amid Fraud and Obstruction Allegations
A former Wake County sheriff's deputy, Anthony Jose Garcia, has been arrested and fired following allegations of using government computers for fraud and to obstruct justice, including tipping off a wanted individual about felony warrants.
Wilmington, NC, November 6, 2026 — A former deputy with the Wake County Sheriff’s Office, identified as Anthony Jose Garcia, has been arrested and subsequently terminated from his position. The allegations against Garcia include the misuse of government-issued computers for fraudulent activities and to obstruct justice.
Specific details regarding the nature of the alleged fraud were not immediately available. However, reports indicate that Garcia is accused of using his access to tip off a wanted individual about the existence of felony warrants. This action is cited as part of the obstruction of justice claims.
The Wake County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed Garcia’s arrest and dismissal. The contractor’s name, beyond Garcia himself, was not provided. Further investigation into the extent of the alleged misuse of government computers and the specific individuals involved is reportedly ongoing. The outcome of the arrest, including any formal charges filed or court proceedings, was not detailed in the provided information. The timeline of the alleged events leading to the arrest and firing was also not specified.
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