On November 17, 2022, the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office responded to US Hwy 220 Bus. S., Asheboro in reference to a stolen vehicle. Upon arrival, the business owner advised an Arthur Neal had rented a U-Haul truck on 10/31/2022, and the terms of the contract required him to return the vehicle on 11/02/2022, which he had failed to do. The victim had made multiple attempts to contact Neal but had been unsuccessful. The address listed on the contract is now vacant. The deputy also attempted to make contact with the offender and was unsuccessful. The deputy sought charges on Neal and the magistrate found probable cause for Felony Fail to Return Hired Motor Vehicle and a warrant was issued.
On November 21, 2022, the vehicle was located in Albuquerque, NM.
On December 28, 2022, Neal was located, arrested and transported to the Randolph County Detention Center where he was served the outstanding warrant and was given a written promise to appear on January 23, 2023, in Randolph County District Court.
Defendant:
Arthur Goble James Neal
Age: 43