One man is wanted for murder following a shooting early Sunday morning on Pauls Path Road in La Grange. Warrants have been issued for the arrest of 34-year old Rashawn Pridgen in connection with the incident.
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Citizen complaints lead to drug arrest - Pink Hill
On January 29, 2021, James Aaron Mitchell of 507 Pineview Avenue in Pink Hill, North Carolina was arrested as a result of a narcotics investigation conducted by the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office Narcotics Unit.
Lenoir County Sheriff's Office makes arrest in sexual assault case
In January 2020, the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office began an investigation into the reported sexual assault of a juvenile. Per our statutes and policies, as a sexual assault case and one that involves a juvenile, no details of the case will be released.
Kinston Police seek help in identifying person of interest
On 01/10/2021 Officers with the Kinston Police Department responded to Wal-Mart located at 4101 W. Vernon Ave in regards to a disturbance. The pictures attached are of a person of interest from the altercation.
LCSO investigates shooting on Fred Everett Road
The Lenoir County Sheriffs Office is investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Monday night at approximately 10:30 p.m. on Fred Everett Road in Kinston. Sheriff Ronnie Ingram states, “We do not believe there is any public threat. Witnesses have told us the suspect(s) fled in a vehicle from the scene after the shooting.” In regards to this investigation, we would ask the residents in this immediate area that may have camera footage of Fred Everett Road or the surrounding area to notify the Sheriff’s Office to aid in the identification of any suspect vehicles. It is believed that the suspect fled the scene in a vehicle traveling towards Alton Phillips Road on Fred Everett Road from Hwy 258.
Kinston Police seeks information in case of indecent exposure
The Kinston Police Department is seeking information in regards to an Indecent Exposure that occurred on December 24th, 2020 at approximately 1:30 p.m. at the Wash N Fold located at 1318 N Queen St.
Kinston Police searching for missing woman
The Kinston Police Department is searching for Mrs. Koutrina Brown who was reported missing on 01/04/2021 and last seen on 12/31/2020. Mrs. Brown is known to frequent the Doctors Drive area and the Plaza.
Arrest made in Kinston bank robbery
On morning of January 4, 2021, officers with the Kinston Police Department responded to a robbery that took place at The First Flight Federal Credit Union located at 2405 North Herritage Street, Kinston.
LCSO arrests two in connection with armed robbery
Two men have been arrested for the armed robbery of a Lenoir County business on Sunday. 8:55 a.m., on Sunday, Jan. 3, the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office responded to an armed robbery at the Blue Door Sweepstakes, 3145 Hwy. 258 North, in Kinston. LCSO deputies arrived and found the business had been robbed by subjects with firearms; those subjects had departed the scene prior to the arrival of law enforcement.
Kinston Police investigate robbery at The First Flight Federal Credit Union
The Kinston Police Department is currently investigating a Robbery that took place at The First Flight Federal Credit Union located at 2405 North Herritage Street.
Wednesday night shooting in Deep Run
DEEP RUN — The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is reporting a resident of the county was shot late Wednesday afternoon.
Lenoir County Sheriff's Office makes drug arrest
On December 21, 2020, Tony Ray Tucker of Kinston was arrested pursuant to a narcotics investigation conducted by the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office.
Kinston Police warn residents to beware of 'Holiday Porch Pirates'
Please be on the lookout for the holiday porch pirates. Below is a photograph of a vehicle used in stealing packages from porches in the West Road area this past weekend.
Suspect sought in breaking and entering case
On December 12th, 2020, at approximately 01:51 am, Officers with the Kinston Police Department responded to the report of a breaking and entering at 604 N. McLewean St. Upon arrival it was determined that an unknown subject entered the front door of the business and took assorted items.
Kinston Police seek help in identifying suspect
On December 11th, 2020, at approximately 09:36 pm, Officers with the Kinston Police Department responded to the report of a larceny located at 2410 N. Herritage St. Upon arrival it was determined that an unknown subject entered the store and took money from a register.
Lenoir County Sheriff's Office seeks help in identifying more subjects
The Lenoir County Sheriff's Office is seeking public assistance in identifying these suspects from a robbery at the Spins Inc. Sweepstakes on N.C. 11 North in Grifton that occurred at approximately 1 p.m. on Dec. 6.
Lenoir County Sheriff's Office seeks help in recent robberies
Detectives have reviewed camera footage from stores related to recent robberies. This person was identified at the Dollar General in LaGrange on Sunday. He may have information that could assist with the on going investigation.
Local officials respond to Cooper's request for civil penalties
“What the governor is seeking to do is conniving and dangerous to everyone in the state who cherishes their freedoms and balance of government,” said Lenoir County Commissioner Eric Rouse. “Under the veil of public health, he is trying to expand his powers into areas of government that he would not otherwise be permitted to or have authority over.”
“We will be following the order for sure and talking to individuals that could be in violation. We will be warning individuals who are not following the order and if they continue, we will follow up with the enforcement action. Everyone must do their part,” said City of Kinston Mayor Don Hardy.
Man arrested for Sunday's Family Dollar robbery and Dec. 9 Dollar General robbery
On Sunday, Dec. 13, the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office arrested one suspect in connection with an armed robbery that occurred at the Family Dollar Store in La Grange.
Hwy 11-55 Dollar General robbed at gunpoint
A robbery took place today at the Dollar General, 2633 N.C. 11-55, Kinston, at approximately 10 a.m. Lenoir County Sheriff Ronnie Ingram said the suspect is a thin Black male, who is approximately 6-foot to 6-foot, 1-inch tall. He entered the Dollar General with a backpack and robbed the store at gunpoint.