Kinston man wanted for kidnapping in Greene County
A Kinston man wanted for felony kidnapping in Greene County was apprehended by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Saturday.
Santos Alexis Ventura, 21, was arrested by LCSO’s B Shift deputies when they responded to a call about a fugitive in the Helen Court area of Kinston, south of the Hugo community. When deputies responded, Ventura attempted to flee on foot but was caught after a brief pursuit.
He was transported to the Lenoir County Magistrate’s Office, where he was charged with:
· Felony warrant for arrest for kidnapping (issued by the Greene County Sheriff’s Office)
· Misdemeanor resist/delay/obstruct
· Outstanding warrant for arrest for misdemeanor simple assault
He received no bond for the felony and a combined $1,800 secured bond for the other charges.
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