Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers announced today his office is actively investigating the case of Timeka Pridgen, who was reported missing from her South Street home in La Grange on May 12, 2001. Pridgen was 16 when she went missing.
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Lenoir County Sheriff's Office partners with solid waste department to combat illegal dumping
Did you know dumping trash or other items on a public roadway is a crime? Due to a recent increase of illegal dumping and litter, Lenoir County officials are urging residents to dispose of household trash through regular collection services and facilities. The Lenoir County Solid Waste Department (LCSWD) has been notified of multiple instances of household waste being discarded illegally on roadsides.
KPD seeking public assistance in identifying suspects using counterfeit money
On March 14, 2023, the subjects in the photo purchased items from A&T Vape using counterfeit money. KPD is asking for public assistance with identifying the subjects in the photos.
K9 Ziva of Lenoir County Sheriff's Office receives lifesaving bullet and stab protective vest
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office K9 Ziva has received a bullet and stab protective vest, thanks to a charitable donation from nonprofit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. Ziva’s vest was sponsored by Christopher Campanale of North Kingstown, RI and embroidered with the sentiment “Honoring those who served and sacrificed.”
Roxie's owner reports theft: two individuals arrested
On 4/11/2023, Ash Ren-Harvey, the owner of Roxie’s, reported that individuals had stolen items from behind her business on two separate occasions. Ms. Ren-Harvey was able to identify one of the subjects as Chad Thomas.
Stabbing near Mitchell Wooten Apartments leads to Attempted Murder charge
On Saturday, April 8th, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department responded to a report of a stabbing that occurred near the 15 building of Mitchell Wooten Apartments in Kinston. Upon arrival, officers met with the victim, Michael Bostic (60), who was suffering from a large stab wound to the abdomen.
Two arrested for breaking and entering
Two males — a 19-year-old and a 14-year-old — were arrested for breaking and entering a La Grange residence on Sunday.
Woman charged with accessory to murder of 16-year-old Jayden Ellis
On Tuesday, April 4th, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department charged a second 17 y/o Kinston juvenile with the murder of 16 y/o Jayden Ellis of Kinston.
Kinston Police arrest three in major drug bust on West Washington Ave
On Monday, April 3rd, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department’s Violent Criminal Action Team (VCAT) and the U.S. Department of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms concluded a nearly yearlong drug trafficking investigation. Corey Hyman, 51, of Kinston, David Bell, 41, of Kinston and Shammielle Kilpatrick, 32, of Kinston.
Lenoir County Sheriff's Office Arrests Man Charged with Sexual Activity with Minors
A man was arrested last week by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office after being charged with five counts of sexual activity with minors.
KPD: Download the new tip app and text
Residents are encouraged to download the Kinston PD app for free via the Google Play Store or iTunes App Store right now so the app will be on their phones, ready to help connect them with police when they have information they need to share.
Lenoir County Sheriff's Office releases names of officers invovled in shooting on Saturday
A statement from Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers on the incident of Saturday morning regarding Spencer Jackson:
BREAKING: LCSO Officer-involved shooting on Saturday results in death
An officer-involved shooting resulted in the death of Spencer Jackson, 31, of Kinston, in the early hours of Saturday morning. According to Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers, Jackson was a known suspect pursuant to a narcotics investigation. During the traffic stop on U.S. 258 North, Jackson left the scene and was pursued by narcotics division deputies to a residence on Hullwood Drive, where he entered a building on the back side of a residence on Hullwood Drive. Jackson came out pointing a long gun at deputies and shots were fired.
Traffic stops end with arrest
Wooten was arrested for Possession of a Stolen Firearm and Possession of Schedule VI. He was placed in the LC Jail under a secured bond.
KPD: Woman charged with Felony Assault on Law Enforcement Officer
On Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department, SWAT Team, and the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office, Special Response Team executed a search warrant at a residence near the 700 block of W. Lenoir Ave. Kinston, N.C. The warrant was a direct result of ongoing cases being investigated regarding the recent theft of a motor vehicle and homicide.
WATCH: KPD holds press conference, teen charged with murder
WATCH: KPD holds press conference, teen charged with murder
LCSO arrest two on multiple drug charges
Candace Coston and Mark Mann received several drug charges after detectives from the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit made contact with the pair at Bright House Mart and Grill on N.C. 55.
KPD releases video of stolen vehicle, seeks public's assistance
The Kinston Police Department is investigating a report of a stolen vehicle. We are seeking assistance from our community in identifying the subjects in the video
Father and son face felony charges after failed robbery attempt
A father and son duo has been charged with attempted breaking and entry in an incident that occurred in February.
LCSO seeks public's aid in identifying suspects in Bonus Spins Sweepstakes robbery
The Lenoir County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's assistance in locating two suspects who took a large amount of money from the Bonus Spins Sweepstakes, 2419 Hwy 258 N., on Monday.