On June 25, 2025, Emancipate NC team members Dillon Sharpe, Dedan Waciuri, and Brandon Scicluna traveled to the Pitt County Courthouse to stand in solidarity with Anthony Drayton, who continues to fight false charges of resisting and assaulting police officers.
In court, only Officer C. Stokes was initially present, while Officer Jennifer Umphlet—who assaulted Mr. Drayton by striking him in the back of the head with steel handcuffs—arrived later but refused to speak with Attorney Sharpe about the events of February 24th.
Notably, the State does not plan to call Officer Umphlet as a witness and has not served her with a subpoena, despite her central role in the incident.
Although Anthony was ready to proceed to trial and clear his name, the State requested more time to secure testimony from a McDonald’s employee. The Honorable Judge Daniel Entzminger granted the motion, and the trial has been continued to September 8, 2025.
How You Can Help
✅ Join us on September 8, 2025, at 9:00 AM
📍 Pitt County Courthouse, Courtroom DC04
Anthony needs community support. Your presence matters—it shows the State that we stand together against police misconduct and brutality.
Make Your Voice Heard:
📞 Hold these officers accountable by calling:
- Pitt County District Attorney’s Office: 252-695-7200
- Greenville City Council: 252-329-4420
- Greenville Police Department: 252-329-4315
- Greenville Chief of Police: 252-329-2489
Protect Your Community:
If you witness someone being mistreated or harmed by police, stay safe—and if it’s safe to do so, record the encounter.
Emancipate NC remains committed to protecting our communities from state violence and fighting for justice in courtrooms across North Carolina.
We keep us safe. Stay safe, and stay aware.