Crime
Deputies Bust Illegal Gambling Operation, Seize Drugs, Moonshine And Cash
BENSON, N.C. — An undercover investigation led to the discovery of an illegal gambling operation and a large quantity of narcotics at a Johnston County home Wednesday afternoon, deputies said.…
One Charged, One Cleared After Domestic Break-In Incident
WILSON’S MILLS, N.C. — One person is facing multiple charges following a domestic-related break-in attempt Tuesday morning in a residential neighborhood in Wilson’s Mills. According to Wilson’s Mills Police Chief…
Virginia Man Arrested In Johnston County Rape, Kidnapping Case
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — A months-long investigation by the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office has led to the arrest of a Virginia man accused of kidnapping and sexually assaulting a woman…
$5 Stolen In Two Smithfield Vehicle Break-Ins
SMITHFIELD, N.C. – Smithfield Police are investigating two car break-ins reported Friday morning. The incidents occurred around 6:25 a.m. March 13 in the 200 block of NC Highway 210. A…
Man Shot During Road Rage Incident In Johnston County
PRINCETON, N.C. — A man was seriously injured Tuesday morning in a shooting linked to a road rage incident along U.S. 70 near Princeton, according to the Johnston County Sheriff’s…
Johnston County Man Charged With Sexual Assault
BENSON, N.C. — A Benson man has been arrested and charged in connection with a reported sexual assault, according to the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office. Justin Robert Foster, 23, of…
Smithfield Man Charged In Lumber Theft From Construction Site
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A Smithfield man has been arrested in connection with the alleged theft of building materials from a home under construction. Christopher Lawrence Leviner, 42, of the 5600…
Sheriff’s Office: Domestic Shooting Leaves Woman Dead, Teen Wounded
CLAYTON, N.C. — A Clayton man has been charged with murder after authorities say he fatally shot his girlfriend and wounded her teenage son early Saturday morning. Johnston County deputies…
Police Arrest Man After Indecent Exposure Report Inside Business
WILSON’S MILLS, N.C. — A Raleigh man with prior convictions for indecent exposure was arrested March 12 after police said he exposed himself inside a Johnston County store. Officers with…
Johnston County Deputies Investigate Deadly Shooting Near Clayton
March 16, 2026 This story has been updated: March 14, 2026CLAYTON, N.C. — One person is dead and another injured following a shooting early Saturday morning off NC 42 East…
Man Charged With Felony Crimes Against Nature
SMITHFIELD — A 32-year-old Smithfield man has been charged with two felony counts of crimes against nature following an investigation by the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office. Hunter Wayne Davis of…
GPS Tracker Leads To Arrest In Jobsite Theft
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. — A construction worker is facing charges after deputies say a hidden tracking device was used to locate a window stolen from a new home construction site.…
