A Kinston man was sentenced earlier this month for indecent liberties with his 15-year-old stepdaughter.
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Kinston Police seek help identifying suspects in Dollar General break-in
KPD Seeks Assistance in Identifying Suspects in Break-In at the Dollar General
Kinston Police warn residents about cryptocurrency scams targeting victims
A variety of cryptocurrency scams, many involving Bitcoin ATMs, have recently been reported in the Kinston area. Police urge citizens to be on their guard as scammers have succeeded in stealing thousands from citizens.
Edenton man arrested in Lenoir County on drug trafficking charges
An Edenton man was arrested in Lenoir County over the weekend on felony and misdemeanor drug charges.
Two arrested, one sought in La Grange larceny case
On Thursday, Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of a larceny in progress at a residence at 4286 Brothers Road in La Grange.
Teen leads deputies on high-speed chase from Pink Hill to Kinston
A 15-year-old from Duplin County led Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office deputies on a high-speed chase that wound from N.C. 11 in Pink Hill onto U.S. 70 West and ended in Barnet Park in Kinston on Thursday.
Traffic stop leads to arrest of fugitive wanted from Georgia
February 5, 2025 – Officers from KPD’s B-Squad conducted a traffic stop on Joyner Drive, leading to the arrest of a fugitive with multiple outstanding warrants.
Greenville man arrested for larceny, elder exploitation in Lenoir County
A Greenville man was arrested Saturday evening by the Pitt County Sheriff's Office after allegedly committing a larceny in Lenoir County.
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office seeks help identifying Hull Road vandalism suspect
On Oct. 15, an individual was captured on video damaging property in the 2600 block of Hull Road. The individual was driving a blue sprinter van with an "OPTIMUM" logo on the side.
Lenoir County man arrested for meth possession after SCARR unit stop
A Lenoir County man was arrested Monday after deputies found methamphetamine and other drugs during a vehicle stop. Lance Bowles, 44, was charged with felony drug possession and booked into the Lenoir County Jail on a $5,000 bond.
KPD arrests suspect in attempted Walmart gun safe break-in
Kinston Police and the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a suspect attempting to break into a gun safe at Walmart on Feb. 2. Officers quickly arrested Anthony Wooten, 24, who now faces multiple charges.
Kinston man arrested for indecent exposure at Dollar Tree
Kinston Police arrested 30-year-old Shaquille Bryant after he allegedly exposed himself at the Dollar Tree on N. Herritage Street. Officers responded to the report on Jan. 30, 2025, and later apprehended Bryant, who is now being held without bond.
Kinston police seek public’s help in locating burglary suspect
The Kinston Police Department is asking for the community’s help in finding William Marcus Gunter, 30, who is wanted in connection with multiple break-ins. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact KPD or Crime Stoppers.
Thieves crash stolen U-Haul into People's Pawn, steal silver and firearms
Authorities are searching for two suspects who crashed a stolen U-Haul truck into the back of People's Pawn early Sunday morning, Jan. 26, before making off with a significant haul of coins and firearms.
Sheriff warns of jury duty phone scam in Greene County
Sheriff Sasser would like to advise the Citizens of a current phone scam that has been circulating within the County. Scammers have been posing as Law Enforcement and advising victims that they have missed Jury Duty and have to pay a fine or a warrant will be issued for their arrest.