On March 13, 2026, the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office Sex Offender Registry Detective received information that Markus Antawon Jones may be in violation of the registry requirements. By NC law, a sex offender must appear in person and give written notice to the Randolph County Sheriff's Office, of an address change within three business days. Jones failed to report to the Sheriff's Office and was in violation. A warrant was sought for Jones for felony fail to notify of new address – sex offender. The magistrate found probable cause and issued the warrant for arrest.
On March 24, 2026, Jones was arrested and transported to the Randolph County Detention Center, where he was served the warrant. He was issued a secured bond in the amount of $50,000 and is to appear in Randolph County District Court on March 25, 2026.
Name of Defendant:
Markus Antawon Jones
Age: 40