Fayetteville Police Department Arrests Suspect in Statutory Sex Offenses and Narcotic Violations

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In a statement released by the Fayetteville Police Department, detectives with the Special Victim's Unit apprehended a suspect, Jonas Lee Everhart, in relation to charges of statutory rape and statutory sex offense involving a 15-year-old juvenile victim. The arrest took place on October 9, 2025, and resulted in the recovery of multiple narcotics and further evidence of narcotic violations from Everhart's motel room. The suspect is being held at the Cumberland County Detention Center under a $750,000 secured bond. Victim advocates from the Phoenix Center are working with detectives to ensure victims receive appropriate care and access to resources.

Key Takeaways:

  • Jonas Lee Everhart, a 47-year-old Black male, was arrested on October 9, 2025, on felony charges related to Statutory Sex Offenses and Narcotic Violations.
  • The arrest was made in relation to charges of Statutory Rape and Statutory Sex Offense involving a 15-year-old juvenile victim.
  • Multiple narcotics were found in Everhart's possession at the time of his arrest, leading to additional charges.
  • Everhart is also charged with Trafficking in Opium (6 counts) and several other narcotic-related offenses.
  • The suspect is being held at the Cumberland County Detention Center under a $750,000 secured bond.
  • Victim advocates from the Phoenix Center are providing support and resources to the victim and other potential victims.
  • Anyone with information regarding this sexual assault investigation is encouraged to contact the Fayetteville Police Department's Special Victim's unit at (910) 433-1851 or Crime Stoppers at (910) 483-TIPS (8477).

Statistics:

  • 1 suspect arrested in relation to Statutory Sex Offenses and Narcotic Violations.
  • 15-year-old juvenile victim involved in the statue rape and sex offense case.
  • $750,000 secured bond placed on the suspect.
  • 6 counts of Trafficking in Opium against the suspect.
  • Multiple narcotics found in the suspect's possession.
  • 1 victim advocate organization involved in supporting the victim.

Sources:

  • Fayetteville Police Department.
  • Phoenix Center.
  • Fayetteville/Cumberland County Crime Stoppers.