The the Internal Revenue Service contacted Kinston Police Department actively investigating a large-scale gold-based fraud scheme in which a Kinston resident was victimized.
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Kinston Police Department: Sensitive Incident – Child Abuse Investigation
On January 15, 2026, at approximately 6:35 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad responded to a reported disturbance on the 400 block of Manning Street.
Former CNA Arrested in Kinston Healthcare Fraud Investigation
In November 2024, officers with the Kinston Police Department responded to Signature Healthcare in reference to a reported fraud. A preliminary investigation determined that a certified nursing assistant (CNA), identified as 45-year-old Hildares Parker-Greene, unlawfully obtained debit card information belonging to a patient and used the information to make unauthorized purchases.
Woman charged after trespassing complaint on East Washington Avenue
On January 9, 2026, officers with the Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad responded to a residence in the 800 block of East Washington Avenue in reference to a trespassing complaint.
Man Arrested During Disturbance and Assault on Officer
On January 4, 2026, officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad responded to a disturbance in the 100 block of N. Trianon Street.
Kinston man charged twice in two days in indecent exposure case
On January 2, 2026, at approximately 7:08 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad responded to a residence on Hardee Road in reference to a report of indecent exposure.
Public Notice: Notice of Public Hearing of the Kinston City Council
Notice is hereby given that the Kinston City Council will hold a Public Hearing at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, January 6, 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:
Public Notice: Notice of Public Hearing of the Kinston City Council
Notice is hereby given that the Kinston City Council will hold a Public Hearing at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, January 6, 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:
Walmart larceny call leads to methamphetamine arrest in Kinston
On December 7, 2025, at approximately 9:24 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad were dispatched to Walmart in reference to a larceny.
Kinston traffic stop leads to arrest of man wanted in Georgia
On December 7, 2025, at approximately 2:12 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad conducted a traffic stop on the 100 block of E. Highland Avenue involving 36-year-old Darnell Foster.
Kinston traffic stop leads to large THC and marijuana seizure
On December 5, 2025, at approximately 8:57 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad conducted a traffic stop in the 1300 block of N. Queen Street involving 30-year-old Wasim Ismail of Wilmington, NC.
KPD: Shots Fired Call Leads to Mother and Son Arrests
On November 20, 2025, at approximately 8:41 p.m., Kinston Police Department B-Squad officers responded to multiple reports of shots fired in the area of Old Snow Hill Road. Officers also received information that the suspect was at a residence in the 2200 block of Old Snow Hill Road.
Kinston Police Department: C-Squad Recap | October 24–25, 2025
C-Squad Recap | October 24–25, 2025
Coffee with CLEAR brings community together at Kinston McDonald’s
The Kinston Police joined local McDonald's owner/operator Ray Santos and the local community for coffee and conversation at the 110 W VERNON AVE location.
Breaking and entering reported on Tower Hill Road in Kinston
Kinston Police Department is actively investigating a breaking and entering that occurred (B&E) on September 30, 2025, at approximately 10:43 a.m. The B&E was to a building on the 800 block of Tower Hill Road.
Kinston Police Department: Juveniles Apprehended Following B&E
On September 30, 2025, at approximately 1:47 p.m., officers from the Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad responded to a report of juveniles inside a vacant residence in the 600 block of Greenmeade Drive.
Kinston Police Department: Kinston Police Arrest Suspect for Attempted Vehicle Break-In
On September 29, 2025, at approximately 4:55 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad were dispatched to the 1300 block of W. Washington Avenue in reference to a report of a male subject pulling on a vehicle’s door handle.
Kinston Police Department: Arrest for Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle
On September 27, 2025, at approximately 8:59 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad responded to a report of a larceny.
Kinston Police Department: Juvenile Detained Following Purse Snatching Investigation
On September 24, 2025, at approximately 11:50 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad were traveling on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard when they observed two male subjects run across the highway in front of oncoming traffic. Officers attempted to check on the individuals, but both continued running and appeared to be avoiding law enforcement.
Kinston Police Department: Traffic Stop Leads to Khat Seizure
On September 24, 2025, at approximately 3:48 p.m., Kinston Police Department detectives conducted a traffic stop in the 2200 block of West Vernon Avenue for motor vehicle violations.