Crime
Multi-Agency Response, Including Johnston County, Ends In Arrest After Goldsboro Shooting
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – A man is in custody following an early morning shooting and standoff that led to a house fire in Goldsboro, with assistance from the Johnston County Sheriff’s…
Gunfire Used In Convenience Store Break-In
SELMA, N.C. — The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a break-in at a convenience store discovered Sunday morning outside of Selma. Deputies said the incident was reported just before…
Man Arrested After Reported Indecent Exposure At Adult Store
CLAYTON, N.C. — Clayton police arrested a Smithfield man Tuesday night following a report of indecent exposure at an adult retail store. Officers responded around 10 p.m. April 7 to…
Break-Ins At Same Smithfield Home Lead To Four Arrests
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Smithfield Police arrested four people in connection with two break-ins at the same vacant home on Blount Street. The residence is owned by an out-of-state couple. On…
Two Arrested In Smithfield Counterfeit Money Case
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Two people were arrested following an investigation into counterfeit money allegedly used in an attempted purchase at a local flea market. The incident occurred April 5. According…
Authorities: $1,600 In Unauthorized Charges Leads To Arrest
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A 30-year-old Smithfield woman has been arrested on charges of financial card fraud and identity theft. The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office said Kayla Elizabeth Coates, of Stevens…
Police: Extension Cord Leads To Arrest In Break-In Case
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A Smithfield man is facing charges after police say he broke into a vacant home and used an extension cord to access electricity. Michael Wayne Buie, 68,…
Johnston Deputies Seek Tips In Church Theft Case
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Authorities are investigating a break-in at a church just outside Smithfield where musical equipment was reported stolen. The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office said the incident at Wesley…
Investigation Leads To Major Drug Seizure In Kenly Area
KENLY, N.C. — A monthlong narcotics investigation in Johnston County led to the seizure of multiple drugs and more than $25,000 in cash. The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division,…
Family Dollar Employee Facing Charges After Theft Investigation
SELMA, N.C. — A 42-year-old Smithfield man was arrested following a report of employee theft, according to the Selma Police Department. Officers responded to Family Dollar at 107 N. Pollock…
Nearly $22K Lost In Scam; Second Attempt Stopped
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — A quick-thinking family member may have saved an elderly woman from losing tens of thousands of dollars in what Smithfield Police say is a growing scam targeting…
Deputies Investigate Theft From Clayton-Area Church
CLAYTON, N.C. — The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a reported break-in at a church near Clayton. Authorities said the incident was discovered March 29 at Little Creek Fellowship,…
