Former Sheriff’s Lieutenant Faces 18 Charges for Alleged Misuse of County Systems

Wilmington, NC, October 7, 2026 —

A former lieutenant with the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office has been arrested and faces 18 charges. Daniel Heith Little was taken into custody by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) in connection with allegations of misusing government computer systems and the county’s Flock camera system.

The charges stem from the alleged use of these systems for purposes outside of official law enforcement duties. Specific details regarding the exact nature of the misuse or the timeframe during which these actions allegedly occurred were not immediately available. The SBI has not released further information concerning the investigation beyond the arrest and the number of charges filed.

Daniel Heith Little is accused of violating regulations pertaining to the appropriate use of government-issued technology and surveillance equipment. The Flock camera system is typically employed by law enforcement agencies for public safety initiatives, including tracking vehicles of interest. The alleged misuse indicates a potential breach of protocols governing access and application of such sensitive resources.

The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office has not issued a statement regarding the arrest of their former employee. Information regarding the specific government computer systems involved, beyond the Flock camera system, was not provided by the arresting agency. The investigation is ongoing, and the SBI has not indicated whether any further arrests are anticipated or if additional charges may be filed. The total amount of any potential fines or restitution related to the alleged misuse was not provided.

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