Blackwell turned herself in to law enforcement. She was released on an unsecured bond.
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Kinston Police Department: Kinston Police Arrest Suspect for Attempted Vehicle Break-In
On September 29, 2025, at approximately 4:55 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad were dispatched to the 1300 block of W. Washington Avenue in reference to a report of a male subject pulling on a vehicle’s door handle.
Kinston Police Department: Arrest for Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle
On September 27, 2025, at approximately 8:59 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad responded to a report of a larceny.
Trafficking Arrest Made After Citizen Complaint
The Lenoir County SCARR (Street Crime and Rapid Response) Unit has made two arrests following an investigation that originated from a citizen complaint regarding suspected illegal drug activity in the county.
Kinston Police Department: Juvenile Detained Following Purse Snatching Investigation
On September 24, 2025, at approximately 11:50 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s B-Squad were traveling on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard when they observed two male subjects run across the highway in front of oncoming traffic. Officers attempted to check on the individuals, but both continued running and appeared to be avoiding law enforcement.
Kinston Police Department: Traffic Stop Leads to Khat Seizure
On September 24, 2025, at approximately 3:48 p.m., Kinston Police Department detectives conducted a traffic stop in the 2200 block of West Vernon Avenue for motor vehicle violations.
Lenoir County Deputies assist NCSHP in Hit-and-Run Investigation involving pedestrian
On the evening of September 22, 2025, Lenoir County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the 3100 block of Hugh E. Hardy Road in LaGrange to assist the North Carolina State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) with a vehicle collision involving a pedestrian.
Kinston police seize firearms, make arrests in weekend cases
Kinston police seize firearms, make arrests in weekend cases
High-Speed Pursuit Leads to Felony Arrest on I-795
Over the weekend, the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reduction Team (CRT) partnered with the Wayne County DWI Task Force and the Onslow County DWI Task Force to conduct several enforcement events across the eastern region focused on impaired and reckless driving.
Two brothers charged in separate homicides on same street
Two brothers have been charged in connection with separate homicides that occurred just days apart on the same block of East Bright Street.
Traffic Stop Leads to Stolen Vehicle Arrest
On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at approximately 5:45 PM, Sheriff Jackie Rogers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed and driving erratically on U.S. 70 near the NC 148 overpass. The vehicle was displaying a temporary paper registration plate.
Kinston woman arrested after spraying liquid, leading police pursuit
On September 11, 2025, at approximately 1:04 p.m., Kinston Police Department officers responded to reports of a woman spraying an unknown liquid on individuals at two locations, Walmart and Piggly Wiggly (2407 N. Herritage Street).
Two Lenoir County women charged with animal cruelty
Two Lenoir County residents have been arrested and charged with animal cruelty after multiple animals were found dead and in emaciated conditions on their properties.
Teacher Charged Following Incident at E.B. Frink Middle School
On August 26, 2025, a Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Officer assigned to E.B. Frink Middle School was notified of a teacher, identified as Alena Chabot of Clinton, NC, who was suspected of being intoxicated while on campus.
Snow Hill Police Department seeks public assistance in assault investigation
SHPD is requesting assistance identifying the pictured individual who is the suspect in an assault investigation.
Kinston Police report multiple arrests over holiday weekend
On September 6, 2025, officers patrolling the 1600 block of Old Snow Hill Road encountered two men arguing in the street. One of the men, identified as 36-year-old Domekio Blackwell, alleged that his bicycle had been stolen.
LCSO Arrests Driver for DWI and Drug Trafficking
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Cynthia Carol Ingram after a traffic stop on Vernon Avenue revealed signs of impairment. Ingram faces charges including DWI and Level 3 Trafficking in Opium following her arrest this morning.
Kinston police report multiple arrests in drug and property crimes
Kinston police made three arrests on Sept. 1 in separate cases involving drugs, firearms, and a residential break-in. Officers say the operations reflect ongoing efforts to keep illegal activity off city streets.
Kinston Police Department: Shooting Investigation – Arrest Made
On Monday, August 11, 2025, at approximately 1:29 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s D-Squad responded to a report of shots fired in the 2200 block of Briarfield Road. Upon arrival, officers canvassed the area and located a residence that had been struck six times by gunfire. The home was occupied at the time; fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Former Kinston officer arrested in SBI larceny investigation
On Wednesday, June 04, 2025, the Lenoir County District Attorney’s Office requested the assistance of the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) to investigate the suspected larceny of money from a citizen by a Kinston Police Department officer during a vehicle accident that occurred in May of 2024.