A disturbance at Pink Hill Elementary School this afternoon led to a temporary lockdown at the school and the arrests of three adults and charges against a juvenile by the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office.
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Vehicle pursuit ends with drug charges and one suspect at large
On Tuesday, the 20th of May, 2025, at 8:50 pm, Sergeant Shackley was patrolling the Pink Hill area of Jones County. Sergeant Shackley identified a vehicle with an equipment violation and attempted a traffic stop on the vehicle. The driver of the vehicle failed to stop and sped up, leading to a vehicle pursuit. During the vehicle pursuit, Sergeant Shackley was able to identify items being thrown from the vehicle by a passenger.
Student, stepfather charged after gun found at middle school
An unloaded handgun was recovered this morning while in the possession of a student at Woodington Middle School. As a result, the child and the student’s stepfather have received criminal charges from the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office.
LCPS statement on firearm found at Woodington Middle School
Today at Woodington Middle School, students reported to school administrators that another student might have a weapon in his book bag. School administrators immediately investigated, which determined an 11-year-old male student was in possession of an unloaded firearm in his book bag. The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office took possession of the weapon and will make decisions about possible charges and other necessary steps moving forward.
La Grange sex offender arrested for failing to report address
A registered sex offender from La Grange was arrested Tuesday for failing to notify officials of moving to a new address.
Two arrested in Lenoir County child abuse investigation
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).
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.