The Kinston Police Department reports 28-year-old Karl Shackleford of Kinston has been charged for the murder of 22-year-old Terrence Plymouth. The KPD responded to the 700 block of Harding Avenue on Monday night and found Plymouth suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite lifesaving measures, Plymouth died at the scene. Shackleford was arrested for Plymouth’s murder on…… read more »
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KPD: Suspect Charged For Monday Murder
Kinston Police Investigate Fatal Shooting
Around 10:30 PM on Monday, Kinston Police Department officers responded to a call of a person who was shot in the area of the 700 block of Harding Avenue. The preliminary investigation revealed that one man was shot while in the front yard of the residence by an unknown assailant(s). Despite life saving measures, 22-year-old…… read more »
KPD: Suspect Accused Of Trafficking Heroin/Fentanyl Mix
Last week Tuesday, the Kinston Police Department pulled over a Chevy Tahoe for a motor vehicle violation. During the stop, the officers reportedly found approximately 55 grams of a fentanyl/heroin mixture, as well as marijuana, cocaine, oxycodone pills and drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle. The driver, 34-year-old Darrell Koonce of Kinston, was arrested and charged…… read more »
Over 20 Pounds Of Pot Found During Traffic Stop
On Wednesday, a Kinston Police Department officer conducted a vehicle stop on W. Vernon Ave. for a traffic violation. During the vehicle stop, over 20 pounds of marijuana were reportedly located inside the vehicle. The driver, 36-year-old Dominique Graham of Kinston, was placed under arrest and charged with Trafficking Marijuana, Maintaining a Vehicle for Controlled…… read more »
Kinston Police Warn Of Latest Phone Scam
The Kinston Police Department is warning citizens to watch out for the latest scam. According to the KPD, a resident received a phone call from someone posing as a law enforcement officer who used a number linked to the Kinston Police Department. The caller requested money in exchange for not being arrested. These calls are…… read more »
Assault Death Leads To Upgraded Charges Of Second Degree Murder
Two men are now charged with Second Degree Murder for a Kinston assault that resulted in a death. On May 2nd, Kinston Police officers responded to a report of persons tampering with motor vehicles on the 100 block of W. Gordon Street. Once at the scene, officers found 57-year-old Jeffery Hill of Kinston suffering from…… 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 »
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 »
Kinston P.D. Investigates Shooting That Left One Injured
Just after 11 PM Tuesday, Kinston Police heard gunshots near the 500 block of E. Shine Street. The officers began searching the area when they received word that a subject had arrived at UNC Lenoir with a gunshot wound to his leg and hip. The victim was identified as 23-year-old Ricky E. Roach, Jr. of…… read more »
KPD: 57-Year-Old Victim Found Suffering With Serious Facial Injuries
Around 12:30 AM Sunday morning, Kinston Police responded to a report of a person tampering with motor vehicles in a parking lot on the 100 block of W. Gordon Street. The responding officers did not find anyone matching the description given by the caller. However, the officers did find 57-year-old Jeffrey Hill of Kinston lying…… read more »
