Traffic Stop Leads to Stolen Vehicle Arrest
On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at approximately 5:45 PM, Sheriff Jackie Rogers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed and driving erratically on U.S. 70 near the NC 148 overpass. The vehicle was displaying a temporary paper registration plate.
Upon making contact, Sheriff Rogers informed the driver of the reason for the stop. The driver was unable to produce a valid driver’s license or provide registration documentation for the vehicle. A subsequent investigation revealed that the vehicle had been reported stolen out of Virginia.
Sheriff Rogers requested backup, and additional deputies responded to the scene. The driver was identified as Swade Paris, age 33, of Kinston. A passenger, identified as Quinasia Coward, age 21, also of Kinston, was also taken into custody.
Charges:
Swade Paris was arrested and charged with:
Felony Possession of a Stolen Motor Vehicle
Driving While License Revoked
Speeding
Paris was placed in the Lenoir County Jail under a $2,500 secured bond.
Quinasia Coward was arrested on an outstanding Order for Arrest and placed in the Lenoir County Jail under a $1,000 secured bond
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