WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — A 20-year-old man was arrested and charged with drug possession and resisting arrest following a traffic stop on July 1st. Traffic Violation Leads to Investigation Officers initiated a traffic stop at approximately 11:14 p.m. on a black Chrysler vehicle for failure to maintain lane control. During the course of the investigative…… read more »
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Local Man Arrested Following Traffic Stop, Drug Charges Filed
Two Men Hospitalized After Early Morning Shooting in Goldsboro
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Two men were hospitalized early Sunday morning after a shooting incident that resulted in a vehicle crash behind the Waffle House on Berkeley Boulevard, according to the Goldsboro Police Department. Police responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 2:10 a.m. on June 29, 2025. Upon arrival, officers discovered an overturned vehicle in…… read more »
Stolen Vehicle Investigation Leads to Arrest of Wanted Man in Wayne County
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — A local man is in custody after Wayne County Sheriff’s Office deputies apprehended him during a foot chase that followed the discovery of a stolen vehicle at a gas station earlier this month. The arrest led to multiple charges, including felony possession of a stolen motor vehicle and resisting law enforcement.…… read more »
Two Arrested in Goldsboro Homicide Investigation
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A shooting late Tuesday night on Norwood Avenue has resulted in one fatality and two arrests, according to the Goldsboro Police Department. On Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at approximately 10:26 p.m., officers responded to reports of a shooting on Norwood Avenue. Upon arrival, they discovered a male victim suffering from a gunshot…… read more »
Driver Caught Drinking and Driving During Pikeville Traffic Stop, Faces Multiple Charges
PIKEVILLE, N.C. — On June 12 at approximately 8:17 p.m., officers with the Pikeville Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a red Ford Expedition after the driver allegedly failed to use turn signals Odor of Alcohol Detected During StopUpon approaching the vehicle, officers reported detecting a strong odor of alcoholic beverage coming from inside.…… read more »
Armed Homicide Suspect Captured After High-Speed Pursuit Across Wayne County
PIKEVILLE, N.C. — A suspect wanted in connection with an ongoing homicide investigation was apprehended Tuesday afternoon following a dangerous high-speed pursuit that spanned multiple jurisdictions in Wayne County. Pursuit Begins After Attempted Traffic Stop At approximately 2:24 p.m. on June 18, officers with the Pikeville Police Department joined in a pursuit initiated by the…… read more »
Gunfire Erupts on Hugh Street: Man Seriously Wounded, Suspect in Custody
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Goldsboro Police Department is investigating a shooting incident that occurred Thursday evening on Hugh Street, resulting in serious injuries to a local man and the arrest of a suspect. Incident Details At approximately 7:37 p.m., officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert on Hugh Street. Upon arriving at the scene, officers located…… read more »
Goldsboro Drug Bust Leads to Charges Against Local Methamphetamine Supplier
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Members of the Goldsboro/Wayne County Drug Task Force have announced the culmination of a recent drug investigation involving local resident Ashley Renee Etheridge, 39, who is now facing serious criminal charges. Investigation Uncovers Methamphetamine Supply Network The investigation, initiated by the task force, focused on identifying individuals involved in the distribution of…… read more »
Wayne County Sheriff’s Office Seizes Drugs and Firearm in Major Traffic Stop Arrest
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. —- In a significant law enforcement operation, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office has announced the arrest of James Robert Allen, 38, on multiple drug, weapons, and driving-related charges following a traffic stop during a multi-agency checkpoint. Investigation and Arrest Details On June 6th, 2025, members of the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office DWI…… read more »
Jail Overdose Death Sparks Charges and Suicide Attempt in Wayne County
Wayne County — An investigation into a fatal drug overdose at the Wayne County Jail has led to the arrest and charging of an inmate now accused of distributing the substances that caused another inmate’s death. Steven Alton Carlton, 33, has been charged with death by distribution through unlawful delivery of certain controlled substances, possession…… read more »
