On Saturday, December 3rd, 2022 at 7:42pm officers responded to a hit and run involving a vehicle vs pedestrian at the intersection of Vernon Ave and Rhem St.
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Update: KPD announce arrest for damage in Pearson Park
On November 24, 2022, the Christmas decorations in Pearson Park were damaged. KPD previously released photos of possible subjects involved. On December 5, 2022 Detectives with KPD obtained an arrest warrant for Timothy Grey (20) of Lenoir County for Damage to Personal Property.
Recent acts of vandalism led to a community meeting in Pearson Park
Concerned citizens met on Saturday at Pearson Park to discuss recent vandalism and the overall safety of Kinston. Local businesses and decorations at Pearson Park have been damaged, reportedly by juveniles. After discussing the incidents of vandalism, the group cleaned up the damaged property in Pearson Park.
Victim in fair condition after Monday shooting
On Monday, November 28th, 2022, at approximately 8:00pm, members of the Kinston Police Department were dispatched to a report of a subject that had been shot near the 1200 block of N. Independence St. Kinston, N.C. Upon arrival, officers located a male victim suffering from a multiple gunshot wounds.
Police make arrest in Saturday shooting incident
On Saturday, November 26 th, 2022, at approximately 9:45pm, members of the Kinston Police Department were dispatched to a report of a subject that had been shot near 800 Herbert Dr. Kinston, N.C. Upon arrival, officers were met with a female victim suffering from a single gunshot wound.
KPD responded to shots fired on W. Vernon on Sunday
On Sunday, November 27th, 2022, at approximately 1:30am, members of the Kinston Police Department were dispatched to a report of shots fired at 1609-B W. Vernon Ave. Kinston, N.C. Upon arrival, officers were met with a large crowd that was present for a party.
Kinston Police Department: Case update
On Sunday, November 27th, 2022, members of the Kinston Police Department obtained a warrant for arrest for Taquan Darden, 18, of Kinston for his involvement in the murder of Nathaniel Crawford, 22, of Kinston.
KPD seeking information in murder case
On November 27th, 2022, at approximately 4:40pm, officers with the Kinston Police Department were dispatched to the intersection of Nobles Lane and Stadium Drive in reference to a person suffering from several gunshot wounds.
Kinston Police Department make arrests in fatal overdose
On Thursday, November 17th, 2022, the Kinston Police Department responded to a narcotics induced overdose death at Nations Inn, 410 E. New Bern Road, Kinston, N.C. During the course of the investigation it was determined that Dusty Wayne Taylor, 34, of Kinston was the distributor of the narcotics.
KPD seeks public assistance regarding a breaking and entering of a church
The Kinston Police Department released the following on their Facebook page.
Snow Hill NC Police Department needs help to identify a suspect from a larceny that occurred at the ABC store
The Snow Hill NC Police Department needs your help to identify a suspect from a larceny that occurred at the ABC store in town.
Early College class looks inside county legal system
Students from Lenoir County Early College High School researched the workings of the legal system in Lenoir County during a recent tour of the Lenoir County Courthouse.
KPD: Community concerns lead to drug arrests
In response to complaints from citizens, the Kinston Police Department conducted an investigation related to a house within our community where drugs were being sold.
Update: Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office on the scene, incident on Neuse Road
At 2:19, a trespassing call was reported. The incident happened across the street from 3776 Neuse Road. The first officer was on the scene at 2:41. At 2:49, two officers on scene requested a supervisor.
Greene County Sheriff's Office: Arrest made on trailer larceny
On Tuesday, 10-11-2022 the Greene County Sheriff's Office responded to the area of Grays Mill Rd in reference to a report of a stolen utility trailer. The reporting party saw a black Chevrolet Avalanche driving away from the residence with the trailer, going towards Lenoir County.
Snow Hill murder to be featured on In Pursuit with John Walsh
In Pursuit with John Walsh to feature Rebecca Garcia and further her family's quest for justice.
KPD seeks assistance in identifying robbery/assault suspect
The Kinston Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance regarding a robbery and assault case from October 15th, 2022 near the area of Plaza Boulevard. Case #22-28889.
Lenoir County Sheriff's Office: Murder suspect sentenced to 12-15 years in prison
On November 12, 2017 around 1:15 a.m., the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office responded to 308 W. Queen Street in LaGrange, NC for reports of shots fired. Upon arrival, deputies found a shooting had occurred and numerous victims were at the scene. The incident occurred in an outbuilding located on the property.
Lenoir County Sheriff's Office: Suspect sentenced in 2020 shooting to 51-64 months
On December 7, 2020, Lenoir County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a shooting incident at 2400 Beechnut Drive in Kinston. Upon arrival, deputies found a victim, Montez Garner, deceased from a gunshot wound. Deputies arrested Clayton Fernado Clark Jr. at the scene in regards to this incident.
Kinston Police searching for suspect charged with attempted murder
The suspect has been identified as Terris Terrell Turnage, 43, of Kinston N.C. Investigators were able to obtain warrants on Turnage for Attempted Murder and he remains at large. Turnage should be considered armed and dangerous and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Kinston Police Department.