“Armed and dangerous” Martinsville man wanted in Rockingham NC

ROCKINGHAM, NC (WDBJ) - A man from Henry County considered “armed and dangerous” is being sought.

Rockingham County Sheriff’s deputies responded to reports of a domestic disturbance on Vintage Road in Eden, NC Thursday around 7:45 p.m.

Douglas Alan Scholz, of Martinsville, Va., left the scene before deputies arrived, according to investigators. He was reportedly driving a dark blue newer model Ford F150 pickup. He is considered armed and dangerous with a handgun of unknown make or model, according to deputies.

Deputies say warrants have been obtained on felony first-degree kidnapping and felony domestic violence protective order violation.

Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or the Rockingham County Crime Stoppers Tipline at 336-349-9683. Crime Stoppers tipsters remain anonymous and can receive rewards of up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest, according to deputies.