WAYNE COUNTY, NC — A 35-year-old woman was arrested Saturday evening following an investigation into a domestic-related assault with a deadly weapon at Busco Beach, according to local authorities.
Tynisha Tyshell Jenkins was taken into custody at approximately 9:24 p.m. on July 26, 2025, after investigators recovered a stolen firearm during their response to the incident. Jenkins was transported to the Wayne County Detention Center, where she was held on a $5,000 secured bond.
Jenkins faces three felony charges:
- Breaking or entering a motor vehicle (1 count)
- Larceny of a firearm (1 count)
- Possession of a stolen firearm. (1 count)
The initial investigation centered on an assault with a deadly weapon stemming from what authorities described as a domestic issue. However, law enforcement officials indicated that conflicting statements regarding the assault allegations have complicated the case, and the process to secure additional warrants was still being advised at the time of the arrest.
The investigation remains ongoing. No additional details about the circumstances of the incident or potential additional suspects have been released at this time.
