On December 18, 2025, A Deputy with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office C Shift observed a white Chevrolet Malibu traveling at a high rate of speed on W. Washington Street in La Grange.
All in Crime
KPD reports multiple arrests involving firearms and impaired driving
Kinston police charged two individuals with going armed to the terror of the people after responding to a report of armed individuals in the Jack Rountree area. In a separate incident, a Lenoir County man was arrested following an erratic driving stop on U.S. 70 and charged with DWI and multiple related offenses.
Arrest Made Following Citizen Drug Complaints in LaGrange
On December 10th, 2025, Detectives with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit, along with Patrol Deputies from D-Shift, served Joseph Byrd, 23, of LaGrange, with multiple narcotic-related arrest warrants.
Kinston Police seek suspects in early-morning tire theft at Deacon Jones
Kinston police are asking for the public’s help identifying two suspects accused of stealing wheels and tires from a vehicle at a local dealership early Tuesday morning.
LCSO concludes narcotics investigation; one arrested for trafficking charges
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit has concluded an investigation into the distribution of fentanyl throughout Lenoir County, resulting in the arrest of a Kinston woman on multiple trafficking charges.
Walmart larceny call leads to methamphetamine arrest in Kinston
On December 7, 2025, at approximately 9:24 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad were dispatched to Walmart in reference to a larceny.
Three Suspects Arrested in Burglary on Hodges Farm Road
On December 7, 2025, at approximately 10:01 p.m., deputies from A Shift of the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported burglary at 2833 Hodges Farm Road. The reporting party advised that a male and female were observed unlawfully on the property and removing items from a trash dump area.
Kinston traffic stop leads to arrest of man wanted in Georgia
On December 7, 2025, at approximately 2:12 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad conducted a traffic stop on the 100 block of E. Highland Avenue involving 36-year-old Darnell Foster.
Kinston traffic stop leads to large THC and marijuana seizure
On December 5, 2025, at approximately 8:57 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s A-Squad conducted a traffic stop in the 1300 block of N. Queen Street involving 30-year-old Wasim Ismail of Wilmington, NC.
Disturbance at Family Dollar Leads to Arrest of Intoxicated Suspect
On December 2, 2025, at approximately 3:33 p.m., officers from Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad responded to the Family Dollar on Plaza Boulevard in reference to a reported disturbance involving a store clerk and 18-year-old Les-Lee Dauwen.
Investigation leads to arrest in private image disclosure case
Kinston Police Department detectives conducted a follow-up investigation after receiving a report involving the unlawful disclosure of private images of an adult female victim. The victim reported that an acquaintance, 30-year-old Tysheem Mills, had posted private images of her on his social media account.
UPDATE: Arrests made in November 21 shooting investigation
On November 21, 2025, at approximately 2:05 a.m., officers responded to a report of a gunshot wound at the Circle K on N. Herritage Street. Upon arrival, officers located 59-year-old Thomas Watson suffering from a single gunshot wound to the abdomen. EMS transported Watson to ECU Health for treatment.
Disturbance Call Results in Arrest
On November 26, 2025, at approximately 11:40 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad responded to Carver Courts regarding a reported disturbance.
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrests and Recovery of Burnt Copper
On November 28, 2025, a C Shift deputy conducted a traffic stop near Jim Sutton Road and U.S. Highway 70. The occupants, Virginia Stancil and Bobby Thomas, were investigated after deputies confirmed Thomas had outstanding warrants.
Man injured in early morning shooting at Kinston Circle K
On November 21, 2025, at 2:05 a.m., officers responded to a report of a gunshot wound at the Circle K on N. Herritage Street. Officers arrived and located 59-year-old Thomas Watson suffering from a single gunshot wound to the abdomen. EMS transported Watson to ECU Health for treatment.
KPD: Shots Fired Call Leads to Mother and Son Arrests
On November 20, 2025, at approximately 8:41 p.m., Kinston Police Department B-Squad officers responded to multiple reports of shots fired in the area of Old Snow Hill Road. Officers also received information that the suspect was at a residence in the 2200 block of Old Snow Hill Road.
Stolen Vehicle Recovered; Arrest Made in Kinston
On November 20, 2025, Deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office C Shift, along with members of the Sheriff’s Crash Reduction Team and the Kinston Police Department, located a stolen motor vehicle in the area of Lowe’s in Kinston.
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office investigating theft of power transformer in Deep Run
On November 13, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., a power transformer used to provide electricity to Deep Run residents was stolen from the 3700 block of Old Highway 11.
Traffic stop leads to pursuit and arrest
On November 17, 2025, at approximately 1:43 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a 2018 Nissan Altima for a traffic violation in the area of Greenbriar Road. When officers activated their emergency blue lights, the vehicle failed to stop and fled from the scene.
Kinston police arrest two after disturbance on East Washington Avenue
On November 16, 2025, KPD’s B-Squad officers responded to a residence on the 600 block of East Washington Avenue for a reported disturbance. Upon arrival, officers attempted to investigate the incident; however, the disturbance continued.