On Thursday, November 18th, 2021, at approximately 1:47 p.m. Kinston Police Officers were dispatched to the 500 block of N. Queen St. in reference to multiple calls regarding a shooting that had occurred.
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Truist Bank in Ayden robbed, suspect arrested
On Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at approx. 10:06 am, the Truist Bank (formerly BB & T) located at 121 Third St, in Ayden was robbed. The suspect was described as a white male, 35-40 years of age, approx.. 6 ft tall with a slender build.
Kinston Police seek help identifying suspects in case of fraud
The Kinston Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in helping identify the subjects shown below. These individuals were involved in a fraud incident.
Kinston police: Juveniles charged in recent vehicle break-ins
In the late evening of November 10, 2021, several vehicles were broken into by individuals who stole items from inside the vehicles.
Kinston Police: Man charged with stolen firearm and possession of marijuana
On Tuesday, November 9, 2021 officers with the Kinston Police Department were conducting a follow up on a complaint of possible criminal activity in the area of Viking Dr. Kinston, NC.
Several arrested for crimes involving guns as police continue to combat violence in city
The Kinston Police Department continues to combat criminal violence in our city in which suspects use firearms to commit their crimes.
Kinston Police: Early morning high speed chase ends in Craven County
On Monday, November 08, 2021, at approximately 1:11 am, officers from the Kinston Police Department checked out with a suspicious vehicle behind Premiere Theatre located at 1176 Hill Farm Road. Officers made contact with two juvenile individuals inside the vehicle and were investigating the purpose why they were at the property when the driver of the vehicle attempted to back over one of the officers.
Pink Hill Police Department is seeking help regarding the armed robbery of the BP Short Stop in Pink Hill
Pink Hill Police Dept is seeking the help of the community with any information regarding the armed robbery of the BP Short Stop in Pink Hill, Thursday October 28th, 2021 around 10:15pm.
Man wanted in Jones County for burglary captured in Craven County
The Craven County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Patrol Bureau located Mark Robb walking on U.S. 70 Highway near mile marker 411. He was taken into custody without further incident.
Kinston Police: Two arrested in recent case of vehicle break-ins
On October 14, 2021, officers from the Kinston Police Department were dispatched to 405 East New Bern Road in reference to breaking and entering into (4) vehicles. The investigation led officers to a residence on Darden Drive.
Kinston Police Case Update: Suspects involved in vandalism at Vernon Park Mall have been identified
The Kinston Police Department has been able to identify the suspects responsible for breaking into the Vernon Park Mall. All five of the individuals are juveniles ages 16-17 and all five are from Greene County. Investigators are currently working with the Department of Juvenile Justice to bring charges against the suspects.
Kinston police searching for three men in connection to assault at barber shop
On 10/08/2021 Officers responded to the Gifted Hands Barbershop located at 1500 W. Vernon Ave in regards to an assault. Upon arrival it was determined that three individuals came into the barbershop and assaulted a customer.
Kinston Police Department Narcotics Unit: Man charged with Conspiracy to sell/deliver Cocaine, Distribute a controlled substance within 1000 feet of school
On Wednesday, October 6th, 2021, members of the Kinston Police Department Narcotics Unit concluded two narcotics investigations that spanned the course of nearly 3 months. This operation was conducted as a part of the department’s initiative to suppress violent crime in the city.
Lenoir County Sheriff's Office makes felony arrest in theft case
Michael Shane Strickland was arrested and charged with Felony Larceny and Felony Possession of stolen goods. He was confined in the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Jail under a $15,000.00 secured bond.
Kinston Police: Attempted murder suspect arrested
On Friday, September 17th, 2021, at approximately 11:45 a.m. Kinston Police Officers conducting proactive patrols located Nigel Wiggins, 24, of Kinston, N.C. walking along the 700 block of Terminal St. in Kinston with a firearm. Officers attempted contact with Wiggins and after a brief foot chase he was arrested and the firearm was recovered. Wiggins was placed in the Lenoir County Jail to await federal prosecution for Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon.
Kinston Police need help identifying suspects
The Kinston Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in helping identify the subjects shown below.
Kinston Police ask for help in identifying suspect in case of counterfeit checks
The individual in this photo was able to get away with a significant amount of money by using counterfeit checks. The incident was reported on 09-14-21 and actually occurred some months prior. If anyone has any information on who this individual may be or has any information regarding this case please call Kinston Police Department’s Tips Line at 252-939-4020 or Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444.
Over the past few weeks the Kinston Police Department has noticed an increase in violent crime occurring in the city. As a direct response to the uptick, the Kinston Police Department has placed more officers on the street with a primary focus on violent and repeat offenders. This effort combined with a data driven approach has resulted in the following arrest.
Kinston Police Department: Murder case update
On Friday, September 24th, 2021, members of the Kinston Police Department obtained a warrant for arrest for Donte Reynolds, 27, of Kinston for his involvement in the murder and shooting of Micro Croom and Rashad O’Neil. Reynolds was taken into custody by Kinston Police Officers with assistance from the NC SBI. Reynolds was placed in the Lenoir County Jail under no bond.
Kinston Police: Arrest made in connection with shooting
On Saturday, September 18th, 2021, at approximately 3:50 pm, Kinston Police Officers responded to shots fired near the 1100 block of Pollock St. Kinston, N.C. Officers arrived on scene and located the victim, Rashad O’Neil, 25, of Kinston. The preliminary investigation revealed that two individuals operating a white SUV drove past Mr. O’Neil and began firing shots at him from the vehicle. After the shooting the assailants fled the area.