On August 29th, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department, NCDMV Division of License and Theft, and the Lenoir County Sheriffs Office SCARR Team concluded a 2-month drug trafficking investigation.
All in Crime
Greene County deputies arrest Maury man for Murder
On Friday 08-25-2023, Greene County Deputies arrested 50 year old Christopher Warren Braxton of Maury for Murder.
Kinston man arrested for multi-site sweepstakes larcenies
A Kinston man has been arrested for breaking into several area sweepstakes establishments and committing felony larceny.
Greene County Deputies arrest man fleeing from traffic stop
Greene County Deputies arrested 33 year old Larry Atkinson Jr of Maury Sunday night after fleeing from a traffic stop.
KPD announces arrest of wanted Goldsboro woman
On August 21, 2023, deputies from the Lenoir County Sheriff Support Services took Ms. Turzy into custody while she was inside the court room.
Simultaneous search warrants yield firearms and marijuana recovery
On Tuesday, August 15th, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department located the suspect and suspect vehicle involved in the shooting of Marquetta Norman on August 10th, 2023. A traffic stop was subsequently conducted, and detectives were able to apprehend Marquez Johnson, 18, of Kinston for his involvement in the crime. A search of the vehicle resulted in the recovery of a Glock 9mm handgun.
KPD seek public assistance in theft
KPD is attempting to identify the two men in the photo. It was reported they broke into a vehicle, stole a bank card, and used the bank card to make purchases. Anyone with information is asked to call the KPD Tip Line: 252-939-4020 Crime Stoppers: 252-523-4444 or by submitting a tip on the KPD tip app.
Kinston Police Department urges citizens to keep ATVs off city streets for safety
The Kinston Police Department has issued a stern advisory to residents regarding the operation of unregistered all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and off-road motorcycles on city streets. The department has observed a concerning increase in the use of these vehicles in inappropriate settings, which not only endangers the operators but also poses a significant threat to bystanders and other motorists.
Kinston Police Dispatched to West Road After Shooting Incident
On Thursday, August 10, 2023, at approximately 8:13 pm, officers from the Kinston Police Department were dispatched to the 700 block of West Road in Kinston in reference to a shooting. The victim, Marquetta Norman, 35-year-old female from Greensboro, was shot in the neck by an unknown suspect.
Suspect wanted for first degree murder apprehended
On August 10, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department, the United States Marshals Carolinas Regional Fugitive Task Force, and the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office were able to apprehend Dionate Whitson, 23, of Asheville N.C. during a traffic stop on Hwy 70 West in Kinston, N.C.
$1000 Reward for Information Leading to Arrest in Willow Green Rd Shooting
The Greene County Sheriff's Office is currently looking assistance from the public regarding a shooting that occurred early Sunday morning 08/06/2023 on Willow Green Rd.
Kinston Police seek public help in apprehending fleeing murder suspect
On August 5th, 2023, members of the Kinston Police Department were conducting patrols in reference to suspicious activity along the 500 block of Larkspur Rd. During that time, they encountered the individual pictured below, who fled from officers and tossed a stolen firearm in the process
Kinston Police apprehend driver in felony hit & run
An officer on D-Squad observed a Dodge Charger crash into a Chevrolet SUV at the intersection of Herritage Street and Airport Road. As the officer approached the vehicle crash, the Dodge Charger fled the scene. The officer was able to catch up to the Dodge Charger and identify the driver as Ian Adams (36). Adams was taken into custody for Felony Hit & Run and Driving While Impaired.
KPD seeks public assistance in identifying vehicle in photo
KPD is attempting to identify the vehicle in the photo below. It was involved in a felonious hit and run (vehicle vs pedestrian). The pedestrian was was walking on E Shine Street when vehicle struck him/her. The pedestrian was transported to UNC Lenoir for non-life threatening injuries.
Greene County Sheriff Drug Bust
Snow Hill - According to the Greene County Sheriffs Department Facebook page, the Greene County Sheriff's Office Narcotics Unit arrested 28 year old John Randolph Sauls of Snow Hill for narcotics and weapons violations after leaving the scene of an accident on August 3, 2023.