Two men shot during altercation on Old Snow Hill Road in Kinston
On June 2, 2025, at approximately 7:04 p.m., the Kinston Police Department responded to UNC Lenoir Health Care after receiving reports that two gunshot victims had arrived at the hospital by private vehicle.
The victims were identified as 31-year-old Shamel Street and 20-year-old Saquan Jones, both of Kinston. Both individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
Through preliminary investigation, officers determined the shooting occurred in the 1400 block of Old Snow Hill Road during an altercation involving unrelated individuals.
The Kinston Police Department’s Investigation Division is actively investigating this incident. Updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Kinston Police Department at 252-939-3160, Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444, or submit a tip anonymously through the KPDmobile app.
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