Elizabeth City Police Under Review After Excessive Force Complaint
By ObxLedger
Published Sep 20, 2025
1 min read
A complaint alleging excessive use of force by an Elizabeth City Police officer has sparked community concern after a video surfaced on social media.
The department confirmed the report in a press release issued Friday. Chief of Police Eddie Graham Jr. stated that both the **report and the accompanying video are under active review**, with consultations underway between the **District Attorney’s Office** and Internal Affairs.
“The Elizabeth City Police Department has worked hard to build a strong, positive relationship with our community,” Graham said. “We will continue to be forthcoming and transparent with information on this incident… Please allow us the time and careful review this matter deserves.”
Residents are encouraged to provide any information related to the incident using confidential and anonymous channels:
* **Elizabeth City Police Department:** (252) 335-4321
* **Crime Line:** (252) 335-5555
* **FUSUS Text-a-Tip:** (252) 390-8477
The department says a thorough investigation is guaranteed, promising to keep the community informed as new details emerge.
For media inquiries, Chief Graham can be reached at (252) 621-7106 or [egraham@elizabethcitync.gov](mailto:egraham@elizabethcitync.gov).
This incident follows ongoing national conversations about police accountability and transparency, making local residents and advocacy groups eager for updates. Social media reactions show growing calls for a swift, impartial investigation.
Stay tuned for continuing coverage as this story develops.
