Man arrested on outstanding order for arrest following traffic stop in Bladenboro

BLADENBORO, N.C. (WWAY) — A man was arrested on an outstanding order for arrest and issued multiple traffic citations following a vehicle stop in Bladenboro.

According to the Bladenboro Police Department, officers conducted a traffic stop on Main Street near N.C. Highway 211 on Oct. 16, 2026.

During the investigation, officers identified Bobby Ray Ward and discovered he had an outstanding order for arrest related to driving while impaired, speeding and a probation violation.

Police said Ward was also issued citations for driving while license revoked, failure to register a motor vehicle and operating a vehicle without a valid inspection.

Ward was arrested and taken to the Bladen County Detention Center, where a $1,000 secured bond was set for the outstanding order for arrest.

The Bladenboro Police Department says it remains committed to addressing outstanding warrants, enforcing traffic laws and promoting public safety.

Ward is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.