Two people are behind bars with $1 million bonds after being arrested for child abuse by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office’s General Investigation Division (GID).
All in Crime
Woman gives false ID, caught with gun at gas station
On May 18, 2025, at approximately 9:11 PM, officers with the Kinston Police Department’s D-Squad responded to the Marathon gas station at 1050 W New Bern Road regarding a report of a possible road rage incident.
Impaired driver arrested following pursuit
On May 18, 2025, at approximately 7:16 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s D-Squad attempted to conduct a traffic stop near the intersection of Highland Avenue and Highway 11 for littering and other motor vehicle violations. The driver failed to stop and fled from officers, initiating a vehicle pursuit.
Man arrested after disturbance at local convenience store
On May 18, 2025, at approximately 5:41 PM, officers from the Kinston Police Department’s D-Squad responded to a 911 call regarding a report of indecency at the Circle K located at 509 E. New Bern Road.
Traffic stop leads to drug and firearm arrests
On May 17, 2025, at approximately 5:20 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s D-Squad conducted a traffic stop on Cunningham Road for motor vehicle violations. During the stop, officers observed indicators of narcotics activity inside the vehicle.
Kinston man arrested for failing to report new address
A registered sex offender who failed to let officials know he had changed addresses was arrested Wednesday by the Duplin County Sheriff’s Office and turned over to the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Street Crimes and Rapid Response (SCARR) unit.
Kinston man behind bars after arrest for trafficking narcotics
A Kinston man is behind bars after being arrested for trafficking narcotics.
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest on HWY 58 South
On May 15, 2025, at approximately 3:37 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad conducted a traffic stop on Highway 58 South. During the stop, officers identified the driver as Jacob Ordonez, 32, of Raleigh, North Carolina.
Drug Arrest Made During KPD Checking Station
On March 14, 2025, officers with the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad were conducting a checking station in the 200 block of West Gordon Street. During the operation, officers made contact with Heather Hunt, 33, of Kinston.
Lenoir County man arrested, found in Possession of Methamphetamine
At approximately 12:51 AM on May 12, 2025, officers from the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad conducted a traffic stop on W Vernon Avenue near Greenbriar Road for a motor vehicle violation. During the stop, officers identified the driver as Ricky Moody, 50, of Lenoir County, who had an outstanding Order for Arrest.
KPD Assists in Arrest Leading to Heroin Trafficking Charges
On May 10, 2025, officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad responded to a request from the Beaufort Police Department to check the area of Walmart for a vehicle linked to an unauthorized use investigation.
Vehicle Crash Leads to DWI Arrest
On May 9, 2025, at approximately 1:04 a.m., officers from the Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad responded to a reported vehicle crash in the 600 block of Marcella Drive.
Disturbance call leads to drug arrest at local hotel
On May 8, 2025, officers with the Kinston Police Department's B-Squad responded to a reported disturbance at the Quality Inn located at 200 W. New Bern Road in Kinston.
Impaired driver charged after smashing Into Piggly Wiggly with kids in the SUV
A woman who crashed into the front of a Piggly Wiggly was stopped by Lenoir County Sheriff Jackie Rogers and taken into custody late Thursday afternoon.
Lenoir County dog trainer sentenced to jail, banned from owning animals
A Lenoir County dog trainer whose violent actions toward animals drew widespread outrage has been sentenced to jail time and probation after accepting a plea agreement.
Duplin County man arrested after fleeing from Pink Hill and found with altered firearm.
A vehicle chase that started in Pink Hill and finished in Duplin County ended with the DWI arrest of a Duplin County felon who illegally had a firearm with an altered serial number.
KPD highlights rewards offered for unsolved cases
If anyone has information about these incidents, please call the Kinston Police Department’s Tips Line at 252-939-4020, Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444, or through the Tip411 App that is available on both Apple and Android devices
The Kinston Police Department is requesting assistance from the public in locating Bryson Bradley, 21 years old, who is wanted in connection with the murder of Korie Williams on September 20, 2024. Bradley has been evading authorities since the incident, and law enforcement is actively seeking his arrest.
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office searching for suspect in La Grange arson, attempted murder
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man accused of intentionally setting a fire in La Grange this morning.
Kinston man in custody after fatal shooting of wife, critical injuries to man and dog
A Kinston man is in custody of Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office investigators after allegedly killing his wife and severely wounding a man and a dog this morning.