On Monday, September 30, 2024, at approximately 8:10 PM, officers from the Kinston Police Department’s D-Squad responded to a report of a hit-and-run incident.
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Kinston man arrested after traffic stop reveals firearm and narcotics
In the early hours of Saturday, September 28, 2024, at approximately 4:00 AM, officers from the Kinston Police Department's C-Squad conducted a traffic stop on Dorian Powell, 39, of Kinston, for motor vehicle violations.
Lenoir County Man Charged After Shooting at Motor Vehicle
On Friday, September 27, 2024, at approximately 7:00 PM, officers from the Kinston Police Department's C-Squad responded to reports of shots fired in the area. Upon arrival, officers made contact with the victim, who reported that he was turning from Old Snow Hill Road when the suspect began shooting at him from a residence on Greenmead Drive.
Traffic stop leads to DWI, narcotic, and firearm arrest
On Friday, September 27, 2024, at approximately 12:23 PM, officers from A-Squad responded to a report of a careless and reckless driver on Highway 70. Upon locating the vehicle, officers initiated a traffic stop involving the driver, identified as Richard White Jr., 39, of Broadway, NC.
Kinston man arrested with nine pounds of meth and marijuana
A Kinston man on probation was arrested today when he was caught with more than 9 pounds of methamphetamine and marijuana in his vehicle by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office.
Two arrested in connection with stolen wallet and credit card incident
On September 22, 2024, at approximately 11:08 AM, D-Squad officers received a report regarding a stolen wallet and credit cards. It was reported that the suspects attempted to use the stolen credit cards at a local convenience store.
Suspect arrested in structure fire investigation
On September 25, 2024, at approximately 7:57 PM, Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad responded to a structure fire at 610 E Caswell Street. Upon arrival, officers spoke with residents and witnesses, gathering information about the incident. No injuries were reported to the officers.
Two arrested for larceny at Harbor Freight
On September 23, 2024, officers from D-Squad responded to a report of shoplifting at Harbor Freight in Kinston. The suspects had fled the scene in a vehicle before officers arrived.
Raleigh woman charged with DWI and cocaine possession
On Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at approximately 6:30 am, A-Squad officers conducted a vehicle stop with Jennifer Hutchens (50 of Raleigh) for motor vehicle violations. During the traffic stop officers suspected Hutchens was impaired and conducted a DWI investigation.
Kinston detectives charge 21-year-old in deadly Friday night shooting
On Monday, September 23, 2024, detectives from the Kinston Police Department secured warrants for 21-year-old Bryson Bradley of Lenoir County. He is charged in connection with the murder of Korie Williams and the attempted murder of Yahmmek Coward, Lyasia Lawson, and Deshakeen Turnage.
Kinston shooting leaves one dead, one injured on S. McDaniels
On Friday, September 20, 2024, at approximately 8:50 pm, Kinston Police Officers responded to the 300 block of S. McDaniels St., Kinston, N.C., for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located two individuals who were suffering from apparent gunshot wounds.
Kinston man receives two drug charges following traffic stop
A Kinston man received two drug charges following a traffic stop on Friday.
Wilmington man arrested in Lenoir County with marijuana, mushrooms
A Wilmington man was arrested Wednesday morning after Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office deputies discovered 647 grams of marijuana and Schedule I narcotics in his vehicle.
LCSO release statement on school threats
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is continuing to receive unspecified threats against schools in Lenoir County.
LCSO: Vehicle chase ends in arrest
A vehicle chase started in Lenoir County and wove its way through Craven County before ending in Jones County Thursday night with the arrest of the driver on multiple charges.
Kinston man arrested in Deep Run for fentanyl possession
A 23-year-old Kinston man was arrested Wednesday in Deep Run for possession of fentanyl and drug paraphernalia.
La Grange man arrested with new charges, no bond given
A man wanted on multiple charges was apprehended Wednesday by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office and sent to jail with new charges and no bond.
Weekend sees three arrests for driving while impaired
On Saturday, September 14, 2024, at around 8:46 p.m., Leonardo Orgas, 44, of Snow Hill, NC, was driving westbound in the eastbound lane of US Hwy 70 when he was stopped by KPD’s A-Squad. After an investigation, Orgas was arrested and charged with Driving While Impaired.
KPD arrests man wanted for federal probation violations during stop
On September 13, 2024, KPD officers conducted a traffic stop with Rico Davis (30 of Lenoir County). Officers discovered Davis was wanted for Federal Probation Violations. Officers took Davis in custody without incident. Davis was placed in the LC Jail without bond.
KPD assists probation check, arrests felon with firearm and drugs
KPD officers on D-Squad responded to a residence on the 900 block of Savannah Lane at the request of The Department of Adult Corrections. KPD was requested to stand by while the Probation Officer conducted a residential check on Michael Stevens (22 years old).