GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Goldsboro Police Department will host its annual National Night Out celebration from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7, at Herman Park, located at 900 Park Avenue. The community event aims to strengthen relationships between residents and law enforcement while promoting neighborhood unity and community engagement. National Night Out, which…… read more »
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Goldsboro Police Department to Host National Night Out at Herman Park
Update — Pedestrian Dies Days After Traffic Crash in Goldsboro
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A 79-year-old man died Tuesday from injuries sustained in a traffic accident that occurred four days earlier on West Grantham Street, marking another tragic pedestrian fatality in the area. William Hardy was struck by a vehicle while crossing the street on Sept. 13 at approximately 8:14 p.m. Officers from the Goldsboro Police…… read more »
Building Bridges: Local DJ and Police Officer Partner to Host Community Family Fun Night
Event Aims to Strengthen Police-Community Relations in Goldsboro GOLDSBORO, N.C. – In an effort to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community, local DJ and educator Bryan Rashon Lewis has partnered with Goldsboro Police Officer Hunter Whitaker to organize a Family Fun Night scheduled for September 20, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00…… read more »
Teen Faces Adult Charges After Goldsboro Robbery Investigation
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A 17-year-old suspect has been arrested and charged as an adult in connection with a robbery that occurred on Poplar Street last month, according to the Goldsboro Police Department. Details of the Incident On July 23, 2025, at approximately 1:23 p.m., Goldsboro Police officers responded to reports of a robbery on Poplar…… read more »
18-Year-Old Arrested in Goldsboro Shooting, Charged with Attempted Murder
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A Goldsboro teenager has been arrested and charged with attempted first-degree murder in connection with a Sunday afternoon shooting that left a 32-year-old man hospitalized. Initial Response Officers with the Goldsboro Police Department responded to reports of a shooting on Day Circle at approximately 12:27 p.m. on August 4, 2025. Upon arrival,…… read more »
Driver Safely Extricated Following Serious Highway 117 Accident
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – Emergency responders worked together Wednesday morning to rescue a driver from a serious vehicle accident on Highway 117, successfully extricating the individual using specialized rescue equipment. Multi-Agency Response Ensures Swift Action The Goldsboro Fire Department (GFD) led the emergency response, working alongside the Goldsboro Police Department and Wayne County EMS in a…… read more »
Man Shot in Goldsboro Under Investigation for Attempted Murder
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Goldsboro Police Department is investigating an attempted murder after a 32-year-old man was shot on Day Circle Monday afternoon. Incident Details Officers responded to reports of a shooting at approximately 12:27 p.m. on August 4, 2025. Upon arrival, they discovered the victim suffering from a gunshot wound at the Day Circle…… read more »
Goldsboro Police Department Pursues $175,000 Federal Grant for Advanced Crime Prevention Technology
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Goldsboro Police Department has announced its intention to pursue $175,000 in federal grant funding through the 2025 Community Policing Development Microgrant Program, administered by the U.S. Department of Justice. Chief West confirmed that the department plans to request the full amount available under this opportunity, with no local matching funds required…… read more »
Missing 2-Month-Old Infant Found Safe After Multi-State Search
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A 2-month-old infant reported missing in Goldsboro has been found safe after a swift multi-state investigation involving multiple law enforcement agencies and community assistance. Timeline of Events The case began when the Goldsboro Police Department received a report of a missing infant on July 7, 2025, immediately launching an investigation into the…… read more »
Local Man Arrested Following Traffic Stop, Drug Charges Filed
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 »
