GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A Goldsboro man is facing numerous felony charges following an investigation into allegations of sexual crimes involving multiple victims, including juveniles. According to investigators, a report of indecent liberties with a child was filed on Aug. 11, 2025. During the course of the investigation, Demias Ashuan Williams-Turnage was identified as a suspect,…… read more »
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Goldsboro Man Charged With Multiple Sexual Offenses Following Multi-Victim Investigation
Wayne County Woman Pleads Guilty to Defrauding $102,000 in SNAP Benefits
WILMINGTON, N.C. — A Wayne County woman has pleaded guilty in federal court to stealing more than $100,000 in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of North Carolina. Shermeca McCrary, 46, admitted to theft of government property for her role in a multi-year fraud scheme…… read more »
Goldsboro Police Continue Search for Missing 21-Year-Old Nearly One Month After Disappearance
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Nearly a month has passed since 21-year-old Tra’sond Marquail McNeil was reported missing, and investigators are continuing to search for answers — and for him. On Nov. 10, 2025, at approximately 4:25 p.m., Goldsboro Police officers received a report of a missing person after McNeil had not been seen since Nov. 8.…… read more »
BREAKING NEWS: Goldsboro Police Arrest Suspect in North Georgia Avenue Shooting
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Goldsboro Police have arrested a 34-year-old man in connection with a shooting reported late Sunday night in the 700 block of N. Georgia Avenue. Just before 9:45 p.m. on November 30, officers responded to two ShotSpotter alerts in the area. When they arrived, they found 24-year-old Taheim Leach suffering from a gunshot…… read more »
Pikeville Man Arrested on Meth Distribution Charges
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – A coordinated drug investigation in Wayne County has resulted in the arrest of a Pikeville man accused of distributing methamphetamine in the region. According to officials, Matthew Durfy, of Nahunta Road in Pikeville, was identified as a source of meth supply in the northwest areas of Wayne County. The investigation, led by…… read more »
Goldsboro Police Investigating Early-Morning Shooting After Victim Arrives at Hospital
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Goldsboro Police Department is investigating an early-morning shooting after a man arrived at UNC Health Wayne with a gunshot wound on November 27, 2025. Police say officers were called to the hospital around 3:11 a.m. after the victim, identified as 33-year-old Eric Lee Mosley of Goldsboro, arrived by private vehicle seeking…… read more »
Goldsboro/Wayne County Drug Task Force Arrests Suspected Methamphetamine Dealer
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – A months-long investigation by the Goldsboro/Wayne County Drug Task Force has led to the arrest of a Four Oaks man accused of supplying methamphetamine in southwest Wayne County. Investigators identified Gregory Scott Coburn, 62, as a source of meth distribution in the region. The operation involved coordinated efforts between the Drug Task…… read more »
Goldsboro Police Arrest Suspect in Counterfeit Currency Case
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A weeks-long investigation into counterfeit money circulating at local businesses has led to the arrest of a Goldsboro man. On October 18, 2025, the Goldsboro Police Department began receiving multiple reports that an individual was attempting to use bills marked “For Motion Picture Purpose” at various businesses across the city. The Criminal…… read more »
Goldsboro Police Identify Suspect in Counterfeit Currency Case
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Goldsboro Police Department is investigating a series of incidents involving counterfeit money circulating at local businesses. On October 18, 2025, officers began receiving multiple reports about an individual attempting to use fake bills marked with “For Motion Picture Purpose.” The counterfeit currency was passed at several locations throughout the City of…… read more »
Suspect in Series of Fiber Optic and Telephone Line Thefts Arrested
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Goldsboro man following an investigation into multiple incidents involving fiber optic and telephone lines being cut and stolen in the southern portion of the county. Deputies say the investigation began after several reports of damaged and removed utility lines, prompting concerns over service…… read more »
