The Harnett County Sheriff's Office is urgently requesting public assistance in locating a man wanted on kidnapping charges who is considered potentially armed and dangerous. Authorities have identified the suspect as a 38-year-old white male. He is described as being approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighing around 240 pounds. Distinctive physical features include long brown hair and a tattoo that runs from his left arm down to his wrist. At the time of his last known sighting, the man was wearing a white tank top, shorts, and Adidas slides with socks. Investigators stated that the suspect was last seen in the vicinity of the Erwin Department of Motor Vehicles, specifically near U.S. Highway 421 South and the surrounding areas. The incident date is reported as August 16, 2026. Deputies have issued a stern warning to the public not to approach the individual under any circumstances due to the potential danger he poses. The investigation remains active and ongoing. Law enforcement officials are urging anyone who may have seen a person matching this description to contact authorities immediately. If you have information regarding the suspect's location or direction of travel, you are asked to call 911 without delay. Providing precise details can aid in the safe apprehension of the suspect. The Harnett County Sheriff's Office continues to seek the public's cooperation in this matter. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity that aligns with the suspect's description. This alert serves as a critical safety measure for the community as law enforcement works to resolve the kidnapping case and ensure public safety.