Pikeville, N.C. — A 17-year-old male is facing multiple felony charges following a series of incidents involving vehicle theft, attempted break-ins, and a high-speed pursuit through Wayne County towns on Saturday. Deputies with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Kenison Way area in Pikeville after receiving reports of individuals attempting to break into…… read more »
Tag Archives: Pikeville
Teen Leads Deputies on Chase Through Two Towns in Stolen Vehicle
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 »
Wayne County Man Held Without Bond in Contractor Fraud Investigation
Wayne County – A Pikeville man has been arrested following an investigation by the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office into allegations that he accepted tens of thousands of dollars in advance payments for home improvement work that was never completed. Anthony Tyrone Smoot, 55, was taken into custody on May 29, 2025, and charged with four…… read more »
Late-Night Traffic Stop Uncovers Murder Suspect, Weapons of Mass Destruction
Pikeville, N.C. — A routine traffic stop in the early morning hours of June 4 led Pikeville Police to arrest a man wanted for attempted murder and uncover multiple illegal firearms, including a weapon of mass destruction. Two additional suspects were also charged following the incident. Around 1:10 a.m., Pikeville Police officers initiated a traffic…… read more »
Pikeville PD Teams up With Public Works Officials for Community Clean up Day
PIKEVILLE — Members of the Pikeville Police Department teamed up with Town of Pikeville Public Works officials for a community clean up day on Friday.… read more »
Pikeville PD Welcomes New Officer
PIKEVILLE — The Pikeville Police Department recently expanded its law enforcement staff with the Swearing-In Ceremony of the department’s newest member, Officer D.J Holland.… read more »
2025 K-9 Unit Coin Available for Order at Pikeville Police Department
PIKEVILLE — The Pikeville Police Department has ordered its 2025 K-9 Unit coin. These coins are scheduled to arrive in mid-March and will be available to the public for purchase for $10 per coin, while supplies last. All proceeds will be provided directly back to the “Friends of the Fur” program to continue to support…… read more »
Pikeville-Pleasant Grove VFD Hosting Golf Tournament
PIKEVILLE — The Pikeville-Pleasant Grove Volunteer Fire Department is hosting its inaugural golf tournament on May 2 at Lane Tree Golf Course. … read more »
The Ridge in Pikeville Changes Name, Under new Management
PIKEVILLE — Local communities, The Indigo at New Bern and The Indigo at Pikeville, have unveiled a new era of senior living with a rebranding initiative and transition to new management under Jaybird Senior Living.… read more »
Traffic Stop in Pikeville Leads to Drug and Firearm Arrest
PIKEVILLE — On Jan. 19, officers with the Pikeville Police Department conducted a traffic stop for a tint violation. … read more »
