Monday, November 9, 2026

New Hanover Sheriff’s detectives search for man

Detectives with the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office are searching for a 41-year-old man.

Sgt. J.J. Brewer said detectives are searching for Philip Adams, a black male last seen when he was released from the New Hanover County Detention Center on Sept. 6.

Brewer said Adams suffers from a mental disability, but is not to be considered dangerous.

Adams is 5-feet-9-inches tall and weighs 190 pounds.

Anyone with information about Adams or his whereabouts is asked to contact the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office at 798-4161.

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