Winston-Salem, NC – A 23-year-old woman was arrested Tuesday following an alleged domestic-related incident in Winston-Salem, according to local law enforcement.
According to the Winston-Salem Police Department (WSPD), Lilian Isabella Chappell, 23, of Winston-Salem, was arrested on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, on one misdemeanor count of simple assault, one misdemeanor count of breaking and entering, and one misdemeanor count of larceny. The charges fall under North Carolina General Statutes 14-33, 14-54(B), and 14-72(M).
Police say the alleged incident occurred within Winston-Salem city limits in Forsyth County, part of the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina. Details surrounding the circumstances of the alleged offense have not been publicly released.
According to authorities, Chappell was issued a $1,000 unsecured bond following her arrest. No court date information has been released at this time.
In a public statement, the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office emphasized its commitment to addressing domestic violence and supporting survivors through its S.O.S. (Survivors of Safety) Program, which provides advocacy, resources, and collaboration with law enforcement agencies across the county.
“Violence has no place in our community,” Forsyth County Sheriff Bobby F. Kimbrough Jr. said in the statement. “Domestic disputes need to be handled peacefully and without force. We want offenders to know we do see you, and we will not tolerate this behavior.”
Authorities remind the public that all suspects are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
Anyone experiencing domestic violence or who knows someone in need of assistance is encouraged to contact local law enforcement or victim support services.
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