GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Goldsboro Police Department has arrested an 18-year-old Goldsboro resident in connection with a series of robberies targeting individuals attempting to purchase electronics, authorities announced this week. Amarrii Faison was taken into custody on October 12 following an investigation into three separate incidents occurring over the course of six weeks. The suspect…… read more »
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18-Year-Old Charged Following Investigation Into Three Incidents Targeting Online Buyers
Man in Critical Condition After Goldsboro Shooting
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A 29-year-old Goldsboro man is in critical condition following a shooting late Friday night on Sherard Court. Da’Shaun Tyree Webb was transported to ECU Health Medical Center after suffering multiple gunshot wounds in an incident that occurred around 10:37 p.m. on Oct. 11, 2025. Officers with the Goldsboro Police Department responded to…… read more »
Seven Springs Vape Store Owner Arrested on Drug Charges
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — A local vape shop owner faces multiple drug charges following a months-long investigation by the Goldsboro/Wayne County Drug Task Force. Michael Ray Goodman, 26, was arrested October 8 and charged with nine drug-related offenses stemming from alleged marijuana distribution at his business, 7 Springs Smoke and Vape Store in Seven Springs.…… read more »
Three Men Injured in Early Morning Goldsboro Shooting
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Three men were hospitalized with gunshot wounds following a shooting incident early Thursday morning in Goldsboro, according to the Goldsboro Police Department. Officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert on Rockefeller Court at approximately 12:42 a.m. on October 9, 2025. While police were still investigating the scene, two victims arrived at UNC Health…… read more »
Goldsboro Man Arrested on Attempted Murder Charge Following Central Heights Road Shooting
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — An 18-year-old Goldsboro man is facing an attempted first-degree murder charge following a shooting that occurred last week on Central Heights Road. Jamir Lowery was taken into custody by the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office on Saturday, Sept. 28, and is being held at the Wayne County Jail without bond. The incident occurred…… read more »
Student Arrested After Stolen Gun Found at Eastern Wayne High School
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — An 18-year-old Eastern Wayne High School student was arrested Sunday after school administrators discovered a stolen handgun in his backpack during a routine search, according to local authorities. Demontae Jermaine McCoy was taken into custody on September 22, 2025, following an incident that began when school administration detected the odor of marijuana…… read more »
Wayne County Man Arrested After Firing Shots Into Neighbor’s Home
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — A 41-year-old man was arrested September 18 morning following an incident in which he allegedly fired multiple shots into his neighbor’s residence on Emmaus Church Road. Larry Thompson was taken into custody on September 19th after surrendering peacefully to investigators with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. The incident began on the…… read more »
Woman Shot in Goldsboro Home, Police Investigate Attempted Murder
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A 58-year-old Goldsboro woman remains in critical condition after being shot inside her home early Saturday morning, prompting an attempted first-degree murder investigation by local police. The Goldsboro Police Department responded to a ShotSpotter alert at approximately 6:49 a.m. on September 14, 2025, on Wilmington Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered Allison Seiler…… read more »
Woman Arrested for Allegedly Stealing $40,000 from Elderly Victim
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – A 37-year-old woman faces multiple felony charges after authorities say she exploited an elderly victim out of approximately $40,000 over several months. Crystal Marie Anderson was arrested by the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office following an investigation that began on May 5, 2025, when deputies received a report of elderly exploitation involving…… read more »
Comedian Jon Reep Arrested on Child Sexual Exploitation Charges in Hickory
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Comedian Jonathan David Reep, known professionally as Jon Reep, who was announced to be performing tonight at the Paramount Theatre located Downtown, has been arrested on multiple felony charges related to the sexual exploitation of minors, according to the Hickory Police Department. The 53-year-old Hickory native was taken into custody Friday and…… read more »
