Kinston-Lenoir County Crime Stoppers

03/13/2026

*UPDATE*

Moore was taken into custody in Pitt County.

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The Kinston Police Department is assisting Lenoir County ABC Police in locating 30-year-old Deshawn Moore of Jones County. Moore is wanted in connection with the assault of a 63-year-old ABC store clerk that occurred on March 11, 2026. Moore is known to frequent the Kinston area and may still be nearby.

If you recognize Moore or have information related to this case, please contact the Kinston–Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444, the Kinston Police Department Tips Line at 252-939-4020, or submit a tip through the KPD iWITNESS portal on our website.

02/06/2026

02/06/2026

UPDATE: Shamiya Cannon

On February 9, 2026, Shamiya Cannon turned herself in and was taken into custody. She is currently being held in the Lenoir County Jail without bond due to being on pre-trial release at the time of this incident.

As a reminder, this post was originally published as a wanted person alert. It has now been updated to reflect her arrest.

Comments are normally disabled on arrest posts. However, because this post began as a wanted person notification, comments cannot be disabled at this time due to First Amendment protections.

We appreciate the assistance and cooperation from our community.

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Wanted for Hit and Run

Case # 26-01714

KPD officers have obtained arrest warrants for Shamiya Cannon, 27, of Lenoir County, in connection to a Hit & Run that occurred on January 30, 2026, in the area of Laroque Avenue.

If you have information regarding Shamiya Cannon’s whereabouts, or details related to this incident, please contact the Kinston Police Department Tips Line at 252-939-4020, Kinston–Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444, or submit a tip through the KPD iWITNESS portal on our website.

10/23/2025

Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office seeks the public’s help locating a Missing Person

The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 30-year-old Justin Maurice Bright of Goldsboro.
Justin was reported missing from Lenoir County around 3:30 a.m. on October 23, 2025. He was last seen around 4:30 p.m. on October 22, 2025, in the area of La Grange, North Carolina.

Justin is described as being approximately 6 feet 2 inches tall, weighing between 155 and 165 pounds. He was last seen wearing black jeans, a black shirt, white and black sneakers, and a red durag.

Anyone who has seen Justin or has information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office at 252-559-6118.

09/23/2025

Thanks to the help of our followers, the Lenoir County ABC Police Officers have successfully identified the subject in the photo. They extend their sincere appreciation for your assistance in bringing closure to their larceny investigation.

Gracias a la ayuda de nuestros seguidores, los Oficiales de la Policía ABC del Condado de Lenoir han identificado con éxito al sujeto en la foto. Ellos expresan su sincero agradecimiento por su colaboración para dar cierre a esta investigación de hurto.”

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🚨 Attempt to Identify 🚨

Kinston Police Department is assisting Lenoir County ABC Police in attempting to identify the subject shown in the photo.

If you recognize this individual or have any information that could help, please contact Kinston-Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444.

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🚨 Intento de Identificación 🚨
El Departamento de Policía de Kinston está asistiendo a la Policía de Control de Bebidas Alcohólicas del Condado de Lenoir (ABC Police) en el intento de identificar al sujeto que aparece en la foto.

Si reconoce a esta persona o tiene cualquier información que pueda ayudar, por favor comuníquese con Lenoir County Crime Stoppers al 252-523-4444.
Puede permanecer en el anonimato y podría ser elegible para una recompensa en efectivo.

09/23/2025

09/16/2025

**CASE UPDATE**

On September 16, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., Prince Ellison was taken into custody without incident by members of the KPD SWAT Team, KPD Investigations Division, the Lenoir County SRT, and the Greene County Sheriff’s Office. Ellison was located at a residence in Walstonburg, North Carolina.

On behalf of Chief Keith Goyette and the Kinston Police Department, we extend our sincere appreciation to all assisting agencies for their outstanding teamwork and support in bringing this investigation to a safe conclusion.

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**CASE UPDATE**

Kinston Police Department – Murder Warrant Issued

Kinston Police Department detectives have obtained warrants for 22-year-old Prince Ellison in connection with the murder of Daryl Dudley.

Ellison is considered armed and dangerous. Do not attempt to approach or apprehend him.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the Kinston Police Department’s Tips Line at 252-939-4020, Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444, or through the KPD iWITNESS available on our website. Calls to Crime Stoppers are confidential and anonymous, and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward for information leading to an arrest.
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Homicide Investigation – East Bright Street

On Thursday, August 28, 2025, at approximately 11:53 p.m., officers with the Kinston Police Department were dispatched to a report of a subject who had been shot near the 500 block of East Bright Street.

Responding officers located the victim, 52-year-old Daryl Dudley of Kinston, inside an apartment on the 500 block of East Bright Street. He was found unresponsive with injuries consistent with a gunshot wound. EMS was dispatched, but the victim succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

Kinston Police Department detectives and crime scene personnel responded and are actively investigating this incident.

The Kinston Police Department places the highest priority on investigating violent crimes in our community. We remain committed to pursuing justice without compromise and continue to seek the assistance of the public we proudly serve.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the Kinston Police Department’s Tips Line at 252-939-4020, Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444, or through the KPD iWITNESS available on our website. Calls to Crime Stoppers are confidential and anonymous, and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward for information leading to an arrest.

09/12/2025

Unsolved Murder – Rashaan Williams
Case #14-19826

On September 12, 2014, at approximately 7:12 AM, Rashaan Williams was shot while riding a scooter on George Avenue as he exited Jack Rountree Homes. Tragically, Rashaan died from his injuries.

Kinston Police Department investigators continue to seek answers. Someone knows what happened.

If you have any information about this case, please contact the KPD Tips Line at 252-939-4020, Kinston-Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444, or submit information anonymously using KPD's iWITNESS.

Let’s help bring closure to Rashaan’s loved ones and justice to our community.

09/04/2025

🕯️ Unsolved Murder – Emanuel Jones 🕯️

On September 4, 2008, at 8:16 AM, Kinston Police Officers responded to 1013 Hicks Avenue, the residence of Emanuel Jones. Officers arrived to find Mr. Jones unresponsive and sadly deceased from multiple stab wounds.

Today, we continue to seek justice for Mr. Jones and closure for his family. This case remains unsolved, and we are asking for the community’s help. Even the smallest piece of information could make the difference in bringing resolution to this tragedy.

If you have any information about this case, please contact the KPD Tips Line at 252-939-4020, Kinston-Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444, or submit information anonymously using KPD's iWITNESS.

Together, we can bring justice for Emanuel Jones and ensure his story is not forgotten.

08/20/2025

Attempt to Identify – West Road Car Break-Ins

Kinston Police detectives are attempting to identify the individual in the photo in connection with an investigation into vehicle break-ins in the West Road area.

If you recognize him or have any information:
• Submit a tip through the KPD Tip Line 252-939-4020
• KPD iWITNESS (link in comments)
• Call Kinston-Lenoir County Crime Stoppers

You can remain anonymous.
Please do not post names or tips in the comments.