Kinston police reported multiple weekend arrests involving a firearm with an altered serial number, fentanyl and marijuana seizures, larceny, and cocaine-related charges from Aug. 21-24.
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Public Notice: Public Hearing on justice grant
Notice is hereby given that the Kinston City Council will hold a Public Hearing at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, September 1st 2026, or as soon thereafter as may be heard, in City Hall Council Chambers, 207 East King Street, Kinston, NC and/or by virtual format. The following item will be heard:
KPD Weekend Recap: A/C Squads
Here’s a look at some of the calls and traffic stops handled by A/C Squads over the weekend.
High-visibility patrols lead to arrest and juvenile charges
In response to concerns from the community and the Kinston Housing Authority, KPD officers conducted high-visibility patrols in and around public housing communities last night. Those patrols led to the following:
Kinston officer injured in head-on crash involving impaired driver
A Kinston Police Department officer was involved in a head-on crash Sunday night at the intersection of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and J.P. Harrison Boulevard after an impaired driver traveling in the wrong lane struck the officer’s vehicle, according to police.
Reckless Driving Complaint Leads to DWI Arrest
On August 5, 2026, at 10:46 a.m., KPD's A-Squad responded to Highway 258 South after receiving a report of a vehicle being driven recklessly.
Multi-Agency Manhunt Ends with Trafficking Suspect in Custody
On August 5, 2026, at approximately 2:40 p.m., KPD's Violent Crime Action Team (VCAT) attempted to conduct a traffic stop on Highway 258 South. The driver, 26-year-old Nijear Nicholas-Singleton of Jacksonville, fled from officers.
KPD's VCAT drug investigation leads to three arrests
The Kinston Police Department's Violent Crime Action Team (VCAT) has arrested three individuals following separate narcotics investigations targeting the distribution of illegal drugs in the Kinston area.
Kinston police report arrests in weekend enforcement activity
July 27, 2026, at 3:48 PM, KPD officers responded to a disturbance in the 1400 block of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Upon arrival, officers learned that 39-year-old Jennifer Wilson had been involved in the disturbance but had already left the area.
KPD Fugitive Operation Results in Two Attempted Murder Arrests
On July 21, 2026, detectives with the Kinston Police Department's Investigations Division, KPD Patrol officers, and members of the Jones County Sheriff's Office conducted a fugitive operation in Jones County that resulted in the arrests of two wanted individuals connected to separate attempted murder investigations.
KPD: Weekend recap
KPD: Weekend recap
KPD Update: 19-year-old charged in Brothers Store theft investigation
The Kinston Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying two individuals wanted for questioning in connection with a reported theft from Brothers Store.
Traffic Stop Leads to Methamphetamine Arrest
On July 7, 2026, at approximately 8:47 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department's B-Squad conducted a traffic stop on NC Highway 11 for a registration violation.
Juvenile Arrested After Breaking Into Grainger Stadium
On June 2, 2026, at approximately 3:37 a.m., Kinston Police Department B-Squad officers were patrolling the area when they discovered an open gate at Grainger Stadium.
Kinston police seek public’s help locating missing teen
The Kinston Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating 17-year-old Zy'kerion Wade, who was last seen on July 1, 2026.
Three arrested after South Davis Street shooting in Kinston
On June 28, 2026, at approximately 11:37 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department's B-Squad responded to 316 South Davis Street following reports of a shooting.
Kinston Police Department: Recent arrests
Kinston Police Department: Recent arrests
Teen in serious condition after South Street shooting
Officers responded to the area after receiving reports that a 17 y/o juvenile had been shot. Officers provided medical care and investigators arrived to process the scene and collect evidence.
Kinston Police Investigate Fight and Shots Fired, Make Arrest
At approximately 11:21 p.m. on June 19, 2026, officers with the Kinston Police Department's A-Squad responded to The Heritage, located at 127 W. Gordon Street, following reports of a fight and shots fired.
Deep Run Man Arrested for Methamphetamine Following Traffic
On June 18, 2026, at approximately 8:37 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department's B-Squad conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Plaza Boulevard and North Queen Street.