North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of David Ward Heath, 76, of 209 S. Croom Bland Road, Kinston, NC. Heath was charged with insurance fraud and attempting to obtain property by false pretense, both felonies.
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NC Insurance Commissioner visits Kinston to emphasize hurricane preparedness
As the Atlantic hurricane season commences, NC Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey visited Kinston to underscore the importance of hurricane preparedness for the residents of eastern North Carolina. The event brought together local officials to discuss strategies for minimizing damage and ensuring public safety during the anticipated active hurricane season.
Lenoir County man charged for insurance fraud and false pretense
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey announced today the arrest of Sherrod Suggs, 58, of 710 Joyner Drive, Kinston, NC. Suggs was charged with one count of insurance fraud and attempting to obtain property by false pretense, both felonies.
Rep. Chris Humphrey: Opposition to Proposed Homeowners' Insurance Rate Increase by NCRB
I am writing to you in my capacity as a state legislator in the North Carolina General Assembly and as the Chairman of the House Committee on Insurance. This letter serves to express my strong opposition to the proposed 42.2% increase in homeowners’ insurance rates by the North Carolina Rate Bureau (NCRB), slated to take effect on August 1.
Insurance companies ask for 42.2% rate increase for homeowners’ insurance
Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey announced that the North Carolina Rate Bureau filed a rate filing with the North Carolina Department of Insurance on Wednesday asking for an average statewide increase in homeowners’ insurance rates of 42.2%.
Fire District Receives New Rating After Inspection
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner and State Fire Marshal Mike Causey announced today that the following Fire Districts completed their routine inspection and received the listed rating, on listed effective dates. The inspection, conducted by officials with the Department of Insurance Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM), is required on a regular basis as part of the North Carolina Response Rating System
LCPS middle school student receives lifesaving award from NC Insurance Commissioner
Mike Causey, North Carolina Insurance Commissioner and State Fire Marshal, went to Rochelle Middle School to present a Commissioner's Award for Heroism to Zsakiyah Sutton for her extraordinary actions during a fire in her home last November. “The courageous acts of this young lady helped save the life of her infant brother, and for that she is a true hero,” said Commissioner Causey. “It is an honor for me to present this award to her.”
Pollocksville Fire Department improves fire suppression rating
We are pleased to announce an improvement to our fire suppression rating from NCDOI/OSFM. Not only were we able to go from a 6/9E to a 5/9E (lower numbers are better!), but we were also able to utilize our new tanker truck to be graded by the water haul method. This will help those who reside more than 1,000 feet from a fire hydrant. This is a big deal for the community!
Causey to present grant checks in Pitt, Pamlico and Jones counties Jan. 19
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey will distribute grant checks totaling $25,000 to five volunteer fire departments when he travels to Pitt, Pamlico and Jones counties on Wednesday, Jan. 19.
Sandy Bottom Volunteer Fire Department recognized with SAVE awards
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey honored first responders at Sandy Bottom Volunteer Fire Department. Causey handed the SAVE awards to Sandy Bottom Fire Chief Daniel Chewning, Deputy Chief Scott Hardison, Assistant Chief Timothy Mooring Jr., Capt. Kyle Owens and firefighters Chris Locke and Landon Stroud, along with Southwood Capt. Tyler Foyles and Deep Run firefighter Blake Ellis.
J. Mac Daughety, Lenoir County Commissioner and member of the Sandy Bottom Fire Department board said, “Sandy Bottom is like all of our fire departments, is a collection of individuals who chose to serve their community. They don’t do it for glory, they don’t do it for fame.”
$7,404.19 grant awarded to Trenton Emergency Medical Services, Inc.
Insurance Commissioner and State Fire Marshal Mike Causey announced that the Trenton Emergency Medical Services, Inc. was awarded a $7,404.19 grant through the 2020 Volunteer Rescue/EMS Fund from the State of North Carolina.
Turn clocks back this weekend, remember to replace your smoke alarm batteries
With the end of daylight saving time approaching on Sunday, Nov. 1, Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey, who is also the State Fire Marshal, reminds families to practice this life-saving habit: When you change your clock this weekend for the end of daylight saving time, remember to change the battery in your smoke alarm.
La Grange woman arrested on felony insurance fraud
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey announced the arrest of Felicia Bryant, 46, of La Grange. Bryant was charged with insurance fraud, a felony. According to the arrest warrant, Bryant filed a new vehicle damage claim with Geico when the damage had previously been reported to Allstate.
USDA-RD director & NC Insurance Commissioner tour Trenton Volunteer Fire Department
State Director for USDA Rural Development and the North Carolina Insurance Commissioner will tour various sites the USDA-RD assisted in funding, in the states Down East Region, on July 15, between 1 and 3 p.m.
NC News: Celebrate safely this 4th of July - State Fire Marshal Mike Causey urges residents to attend public fireworks shows
The 4th of July is synonymous with barbecues, parades and fireworks. However, this year, many Independence Day celebrations could look differently due to the COVID-19 pandemic.