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KPD is attempting to identify the two men in the photo. It was reported they broke into a vehicle, stole a bank card, and used the bank card to make purchases. Anyone with information is asked to call the KPD Tip Line: 252-939-4020 Crime Stoppers: 252-523-4444 or by submitting a tip on the KPD tip app.
On August 10, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department, the United States Marshals Carolinas Regional Fugitive Task Force, and the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office were able to apprehend Dionate Whitson, 23, of Asheville N.C. during a traffic stop on Hwy 70 West in Kinston, N.C.
On August 5th, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department were conducting patrols in reference to suspicious activity along the 500 block of Larkspur Rd. During that time, they encountered the individual pictured below, who fled from officers and tossed a stolen firearm in the process
An officer on D-Squad observed a Dodge Charger crash into a Chevrolet SUV at the intersection of Herritage Street and Airport Road. As the officer approached the vehicle crash, the Dodge Charger fled the scene. The officer was able to catch up to the Dodge Charger and identify the driver as Ian Adams (36). Adams was taken into custody for Felony Hit & Run and Driving While Impaired.
The Kinston Police Department posted the following on their Facebook page: Shaquann Patrice Truzy of Goldsboro is wanted by the Kinston Police Department for fail return hired motor vehicle and larceny of motor vehicle.
KPD is attempting to identify the man in the photo, possibly goes by "RJ". Anyone with information is asked to call the KPD Tip Line: 252-939-4020 Crime Stoppers: 252-523-4444 or by submitting a tip on the KPD tip app.
Officers on C-Squad encountered Marlake Velez on E Lenoir Avenue. During the encounter, Velez fled from officers. Officers were able apprehend Velez shortly after a foot pursuit behind a residence on E Lenoir Avenue.
KPD's Violent Crime Action Team concluded an investigation related to criminal activity that involved the distribution of illegal narcotics. A search warrant was for 2207 Ivey Road was obtained and served. During the search, officers located methamphetamine, prescription pills, marijuana, drug paraphernalia, and a firearm. The following offenders were arrested and charged at the scene:
A group of South Lenoir High School students put their heads together during this summer’s District C Teamship program to develop strategies the Kinston Police Department could use to bolster community relations and, in turn, boost recruiting efforts.
KPD's Violent Crime Action Team concluded a three-month investigation that led to the arrest of Travis Moore for the following:
KPD's Violent Crime Action Team with the assistance of the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office's SCARR Unit obtained a search warrant for 206 Heard Street. The search led to the discovery of a firearm and narcotics. Calvin Holloway was arrested and placed in the LC Jail for the following charges:
Kinston's National Night Out will be August 1, 2023, from 6p -8p in the parking lot of Historic Grainger Stadium. We will have plenty of activities including: games, a blow up water slide, dunk a police officer, and child bicycle giveaways. This is a FREE event that DOES NOT include entrance into the game.
KPD's Violent Crime Action Team, Probation Officers, and Lenoir County Sheriff's Office conducted an operation related to offenders that are currently on probation
Officers from A-Squad responded to the area of E New Bern Rd for a subject causing a disturbance with a firearm. Officers located the offender a short distance from the area with assistance of witnesses. Officer initiated a traffic stop with the offender, Chuck Griffin.
Officers from C-Squad encountered Jarviel Johnson (23) during a narcotic investigation. During the encounter, Officers located a concealed firearm, During the discovery of the firearm, Johnson began actively resisting. Johnson was arrested and placed in the LC Jail under a secured bond.
