Wayne County Sheriff Larry Pierce is working to reduce relapse into criminal behavior by addressing housing options in Goldsboro, NC through work with Hope Restorations, Inc. On Monday, May 17, 2021, the Goldsboro City Council voted to transfer the deed at 807 Nile Street in Goldsboro to Hope Restorations. The Wayne County Board of Commissioners…… read more »
Category Archives: Crime
Sheriff’s Office Teams With Hope Restorations To Reduce Recidivism
Suspect Found Asleep At Wheel, In Possession Of Schedule II
On May 16th, a Wayne County Sheriff’s deputy conducted a welfare check on an individual found asleep behind the wheel of a vehicle in a Circle K parking lot on Highway 70 West. The driver, 48-year-old Steven S. Herring of Dudley, was allegedly found to be in possession of a controlled substance. He was arrested…… read more »
Narcotics Found During ACE Team Traffic Stop
On Monday, members of the Wayne County Sheriff’s Aggressive Criminal Enforcement Team conducted a traffic stop on Highway 111 South for a motor vehicle violation. The vehicle was searched and illegal narcotics were reportedly located. 44-year-old Crystal D. Pate of Seven Springs was arrested for Possession of Schedule II. She was given a $2,500 secured…… read more »
WCSO: Suspect Caught With Drugs In Jail Following Firearm Arrest
On May 15th, a Wayne County Sheriff’s Patrol Deputy encountered 25-year-old Randolph M. Johnson of Goldsboro during a traffic stop in the western area of the county. During the stop, a stolen firearm was allegedly discovered concealed in the vehicle. Johnson was arrested and a controlled substance was then reportedly found in his possession in…… read more »
Suspect Charged For March Drive-By Shooting In Kinston
A suspect is charged for a drive-by shooting in Kinston. On March 10, Kinston Police officers responded to the 700 block of Dixon Street in reference to a shooting. Upon arrival, officers were notified a 26-year-old male had been shot in the leg and transported himself to UNC-Lenoir Hospital. The victim was treated for his…… read more »
Driver Charged In May 7 Fatal Crash On U.S. 70 Bypass
Felony charges are filed in a Wayne County traffic crash that has now resulted in one death. On May 7th, a vehicle travelling on the U.S. 70 Bypass near Parkstown Road ran off the highway and overturned. The driver and two passengers were injured in the crash and taken to the hospital. One passenger, 34-year-old…… read more »
Sex Offender Accused Of Moving From Registered Address
On May 6th, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office received information that 30-year-old Darren R. Howery, Jr. had moved from his registered address on Brockwood Avenue in Goldsboro making his whereabouts unknown. Howery was eventually located and confined at the Wayne County Detention Center. He was charged with Fail to Report New Address – Sex Offender. …… read more »
WCSO: Domestic Call Leads To Drug Trafficking Arrest
Last week Monday, a Wayne County Sheriff’s deputy responded to an address in the eastern area of the county for the report of a domestic disturbance. As the deputy arrived at the residence, it was discovered 36-year-old Roberto C. Pineda of La Grange had physically assaulted a female at the residence. Once Pineda was detained,…… read more »
WCSO: Suspect arrested For April B&E
On April 18th, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office took a report on a breaking, entering, and larceny in the Rosewood area. Items reported stolen included collectable coins and electronics. During the investigation, 31-year-old Joshua M. Hollowell of Goldsboro was developed as a suspect. The sheriff’s office says it was determined Hollowell committed the B&E, and…… read more »
Two Arrested For Kinston Assault, More Charges Possible After Victim Dies
Two suspects are arrested in a Kinston assault. Kinston Police officers responded to a report of persons tampering with motor vehicles on the 100 block of W. Gordon Street on May 2nd. Once at the scene, officers found 57-year-old Jeffery Hill of Kinston suffering from severe injuries to his head and face. Hill has passed away at…… read more »
