Fayetteville Police Seek Public's Help in Locating Armed and Dangerous Suspect

Fayetteville Police Seek Public's Help in Locating Armed and Dangerous Suspect

Breaking News | Cumberland County| Crime| Public Safety
April 29, 2025•1 min read

The Fayetteville Police Department is requesting public assistance to locate Zavareris Zlkemy Willis, a 22-year-old Black male from Fayetteville. Willis is wanted on multiple felony and misdemeanor charges, including possession of a firearm by a felon, second-degree kidnapping, and assault with a deadly weapon.According to a press release issued today by Public Information Officer R. Harrell, Willis is considered armed and dangerous. Authorities urge anyone who sees him not to approach and to contact 911 immediately.Willis is wanted for the following offenses:

  • Possession of a firearm by a felon (2 counts)

  • Breaking and/or entering to terrorize or injure

  • Second-degree kidnapping (2 counts)

  • Larceny after breaking and entering

  • Breaking and/or entering

  • Possession of stolen goods/property

  • Assault by pointing a gun

  • Assault on a female (2 counts)

  • Misdemeanor crime of domestic violence (3 counts)

  • Misdemeanor child abuse

  • Felony probation violation

  • Assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury

  • Felony conspiracy

  • Injury to personal property

Anyone with information on Willis's whereabouts is asked to contact Detective S. Moseley at (910) 237-9062. Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at (910) 483-8477 or submit information online at http://fay-nccrimestoppers.org. Tips can also be submitted through the "P3 Tips" app.

Driven by a profound connection to his native Cumberland County, Lake Wood serves as the News Director and lead Investigative Reporter for Fay News 10. Lake embarked on his journey in television news in 2016 and has since delivered impactful coverage of significant events, from the destructive force of Hurricane Florence to the powerful voices of the 2020 protests and riots. He has also been on the ground for several presidential visits and consistently highlights the dedication of the brave men and women of Fort Bragg. A particularly memorable assignment saw him embedded with the National Guard, documenting their vital helicopter missions to assist isolated communities in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Whether navigating complex court cases or seeking solutions for consumers, Lake is committed to providing insightful and meaningful journalism for the community he calls home.

Lake Wood

Driven by a profound connection to his native Cumberland County, Lake Wood serves as the News Director and lead Investigative Reporter for Fay News 10. Lake embarked on his journey in television news in 2016 and has since delivered impactful coverage of significant events, from the destructive force of Hurricane Florence to the powerful voices of the 2020 protests and riots. He has also been on the ground for several presidential visits and consistently highlights the dedication of the brave men and women of Fort Bragg. A particularly memorable assignment saw him embedded with the National Guard, documenting their vital helicopter missions to assist isolated communities in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Whether navigating complex court cases or seeking solutions for consumers, Lake is committed to providing insightful and meaningful journalism for the community he calls home.

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