On October 15, 2026, deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office A-Shift responded to a disturbance at a residence in Lenoir County.
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Convicted felon arrested after rifle located during search
Parker was charged with Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon and is currently being held in the Lenoir County Jail without bond.
SBI UPDATE: Man shot by Greene County Deputy following crash has died, authorities confirm
We are now confirming that the citizen who was shot is deceased. He has been taken to the NC Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for an autopsy.
Greene County sheriff warns of phone scam involving arrest warrants
The Greene County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam in which callers impersonate sheriff’s office personnel and demand payment to avoid arrest.
KPD Traffic stop leads to drug arrests
During the stop, officers observed drug paraphernalia and conducted a search of the vehicle. The search resulted in the discovery of methamphetamine, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia.
Greene County deputy shoots armed man holding woman against her will following crash, SBI investigating
On 10/15/2026 around 11:20 am, Greene County Deputies responded to a two vehicle crash in the 1200 block of Moore Rouse Rd, near Maury Correctional.
KPD Investigating Shooting on Lincoln Street
On October 15, 2026, at approximately 10:44 PM, Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad responded to a residence in the 600 block of Lincoln Street following a report of a gunshot wound.
SBI is responding to an officer-involved shooting in Greene County
Please avoid the area for several hours.
Kinston Police Department Arrests Virginia Fugitive Following Vehicle Pursuit
On October 12, 2026, officers with the Kinston Police Department received information regarding a stolen vehicle in the area of Hill Farm Road and Highway 70.
Lenoir County woman charged after driving with boyfriend on hood
On October 10, 2026, deputies from the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Highway 258 North near Banks School Road following reports of a rolling domestic incident involving a male subject clinging to the hood of a moving vehicle.
KPD Investigating Shooting Involving Two Juveniles
On October 7, 2026, at approximately 10:02 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department responded to a residence on the 1500 block of Charlotte Avenue regarding a reported gunshot wound.
Suicide Suspected in Death at Greene Correctional Institution
Maury, N.C. — Jesse Espinoza (#1432031) died Monday at Greene Correctional Institution in an apparent suicide.
Two taken into custody after Jones County shooting leaves one hospitalized
Two people were taken into custody after a shooting in Jones County left a man hospitalized with an arm wound, according to Sheriff Matthew Wineman.
Kinston mother charged after child found on Highway 70 twice in one day
On October 5, 2026, at approximately 3:10 a.m., Kinston Police Department D-Squad officers responded to the 4700 block of Highway 70 West after a truck driver located a 6-year-old child walking in the area.
Official update from Sheriff Jackie Rogers: Lenoir County Deputies Shot While Responding to Call
The two deputies injured in the shooting are Captain Jovanni Villagra and Sergeant Cole Davis. Both deputies sustained gunshot wounds and are currently receiving treatment at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville. I am thankful to report that both deputies are in stable condition.
Impaired Driver Arrested Following Pursuit on U.S. 70
Impaired Driver Arrested Following Pursuit on U.S. 70. A CRT deputy located the vehicle traveling approximately 20 MPH in a posted 55 MPH zone and observed the driver repeatedly fail to maintain lane control. While attempting to conduct a traffic stop, the driver failed to stop and continued eastbound on U.S. 70.
Kinston Police Department: Case Update
On September 28, 2026, detectives with the Kinston-Lenoir Drug Task Force continued their investigation into Khalil Dail regarding the distribution of marijuana.
Multi-Agency Patrol Leads to 116 Charges, Five Arrests in Lenoir County
On the evening of Friday, September 25, 2026, Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reduction Team hosted a GHSP Saturation Patrol with partnering agencies across eastern North Carolina. During this event 43 law enforcement officers from twelve agencies, including Deputies, Officers, and Troopers, focused on dangerous driving and motor vehicle violations throughout Lenoir County. During the five-hour operation, 116 charges were issued with 67 warnings given.
Lenoir County Sex Offender Arrested for Registration Violations
On September 18th, 2026 Virgil Todd Chase, 45, of Lenoir County was arrested for failing to comply with sex offender registration requirements under North Carolina law.
Drug Task Force Investigation Leads to Cocaine Trafficking Arrest
Detectives with the Kinston-Lenoir Drug Task Force initiated an investigation into 43-year-old Jesse Williams for his alleged involvement in the distribution of crack cocaine from a residence on the 500 block of Fields Street.