Durham Police Report 32 Arrests, 17 Firearms Seized in Three-Day Crime Enforcement Operation
A targeted enforcement effort brought police and federal investigators into several Durham neighborhoods. The results included weapons, drugs, and dozens of reported arrests. See where officers focused their efforts and who was named in the police report.
DURHAM, N.C. — A three-day law enforcement operation targeting several Durham neighborhoods resulted in 32 reported arrests, 17 firearms seized and dozens of drug- and weapons-related charges, according to the Durham Police Department.
The initiative, called Operation Autumn Guardian, was conducted October 21–23, 2026, by the department’s Organized Crime Division, working alongside the FBI Safe Streets Task Force.
Police said the operation followed an increase in criminal activity in four targeted areas: the Fayetteville Street Corridor, the 3400 block of Glasson Street, the 3600 block of Keystone Place and the North Miami Boulevard Corridor.
Police Conduct 105 Traffic Stops, Seize Weapons and Drugs
According to Durham police, the enforcement effort resulted in the seizure of:
- 17 firearms
- One firearm conversion device, commonly called a “switch”
- 533 grams of marijuana
- 25 grams of crack cocaine
- One gram of methamphetamine
- Less than one gram of fentanyl
- $1,499 in cash
A firearm conversion device can enable certain semiautomatic firearms to fire automatically, making such devices a significant public safety concern.
In addition to enforcement activities, officers conducted foot patrols, citizen contacts and “knock and talks” intended to locate wanted individuals and encourage residents to report suspected criminal activity.
Arrests Include Firearm, Drug and Outstanding Warrant Cases
The department released the names and alleged offenses associated with 31 adults and one juvenile male.
Among the more serious charges reported:
Alan Castilo-Vazquez, 18, was charged with possession of a stolen firearm, possession of a weapon of mass destruction, possession of a machine gun, carrying a concealed gun and simple possession of a Schedule VI controlled substance.
Kristian Joyner, 21, was charged with possession of a stolen firearm, carrying a concealed gun and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Frankie Shaw, 69, was charged with possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and cocaine.
Joseph Gill Jr., 47, was charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana, maintaining a dwelling for a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Terrance Proctor, 37, was charged with felony fleeing to elude arrest, resisting a public officer and a window tint violation.
Dontae Richardson, 30, was charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Other individuals faced allegations involving concealed firearms, stolen weapons, controlled substances, traffic violations, outstanding warrants and additional offenses.
The juvenile male was listed in connection with a secured custody order involving two counts of larceny of law enforcement equipment from a law enforcement vehicle and breaking and entering a law enforcement vehicle.
The police release does not identify which seized firearms, drugs or cash were associated with specific individuals.
Full List of Individuals and Reported Charges
Davyon Lewis, 23: Warrant for arrest for possession of a firearm by a felon.
Enrique Coppin, 44: Carrying a concealed firearm.
Marquise Jordan Rashad Williams, 20: Order for arrest for disclosing private images.
Michael Anthony Elliott, 67: Citation for misdemeanor simple possession of a Schedule VI controlled substance.
Tarice Ryals, 46: Warrant for felony breaking and entering; larceny after breaking and entering; possession or sale of non-tax-paid alcohol; second-degree trespassing.
Veejay Gunter Jr., 24: Warrant for simple assault and communicating threats.
Lorne Harrison, 30: Felony carrying a concealed gun; warrant for communicating threats.
Mark Shannon, 27: Citation for simple possession of a Schedule VI controlled substance.
Lashandra Shelton, 36: Citation for carrying a concealed gun.
Theodore Jackson, 36: Citation for carrying a concealed gun and no operator’s license.
Jamarquise Royster, 20: Possession of a stolen firearm; possession of a handgun by a minor; carrying a concealed gun.
Alan Castilo-Vazquez, 18: Possession of a stolen firearm; possession of a weapon of mass destruction; possession of a machine gun; carrying a concealed gun; simple possession of a Schedule VI controlled substance.
Makell Degraffenreidt, 35: Citation for carrying a concealed gun; tint violation; driving while license revoked; simple possession of a Schedule VI controlled substance.
Ibraaheem Glover, 20: Citation for carrying a concealed gun.
Mygee Bacote, 18: Carrying a concealed gun; felony conspiracy.
Benjamin Sheppard, 18: Possession with intent to distribute a Schedule VI controlled substance; maintaining a vehicle for a controlled substance.
Nicholas Lamont Edwards, 23: Citation for carrying a concealed gun; expired registration.
Kristian Joyner, 21: Possession of a stolen firearm; carrying a concealed gun; possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Frankie Shaw, 69: Possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and cocaine.
Lorinza Shaw, 67: Conspiracy to commit a felony.
Jannifer Morales, 25: Citation for carrying a concealed gun.
Joseph Gill Jr., 47: Possession with intent to distribute marijuana; maintaining a dwelling for a controlled substance; possession of drug paraphernalia.
Anthony Henderson, 27: Citation for unsafe movement; simple possession of marijuana; driving while license suspended.
K’ren Lynch, 27: Possession with intent to distribute marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; order for arrest for possession of up to one-half ounce of marijuana.
Lamar Fears-Owens, 28: Citation for simple possession of a Schedule VI controlled substance; no liability insurance; driving while license revoked.
Antarrio Harris, 20: Citation for carrying a concealed gun; window tint violation; speeding; simple possession of marijuana.
Terrance Proctor, 37: Felony fleeing to elude arrest; resisting a public officer; window tint violation.
Taron Bacote, 21: Citation for carrying a concealed gun; window tint violation.
Brishan Smith, 27: Citation for carrying a concealed gun.
Triston Richardson, 26: Citation for carrying a concealed gun; stop sign violation; no liability insurance.
Dontae Richardson, 30: Possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Juvenile male: Secured custody order involving two counts of larceny of law enforcement equipment from a law enforcement vehicle and breaking and entering a law enforcement vehicle.
The information above reflects the Durham Police Department’s reported charges, citations and warrants. Charges are allegations, and individuals are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Police Emphasize Community Cooperation
Durham police said Operation Autumn Guardian was designed not only to disrupt illegal activity but also to strengthen neighborhood safety through a visible law enforcement presence and community engagement.
The department said it remains committed to addressing criminal activity through proactive enforcement and investigative efforts.
Residents with information about criminal activity can contact Durham CrimeStoppers at 919-683-1200 or visit durhamcrimestopper.org.
CrimeStoppers offers cash rewards of up to $2,000 for information leading to arrests in felony cases. Tipsters may remain anonymous.