October 2024 was marked by breaking news, community achievements, and a long-awaited resolution to a decades-old case. A structure fire in Deep Run caused significant damage involving multiple vehicles, while a hit-and-run incident led to a DWI arrest. The Kinston Police Department garnered national attention with a feature on See No Evil on the Investigation Discovery channel. Tensions flared at North Lenoir High School following a fight between students, though officials confirmed no lockdown was necessary. Finally, Kinston police brought closure to the 1985 cold case murder of Hokie Shepherd, offering justice decades later. Here are the top stories from October:

Structure fire in Deep Run involving multiple vehicles

Firefighters responded to a large structure fire in Deep Run that damaged multiple vehicles and required extensive efforts to bring under control. No injuries were reported, but the cause of the fire remains under investigation.
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Hit & Run driver arrested for DWI

A driver involved in a hit-and-run was arrested for driving while intoxicated after being located by law enforcement. Authorities report that the incident caused minor injuries, and the driver faces multiple charges.
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KPD to be featured on See No Evil on ID channel

The Kinston Police Department will be featured on the Investigation Discovery channel's See No Evil, showcasing their work solving a high-profile case with the help of surveillance technology.
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Fight between students at North Lenoir High School; No lockdown, officials say

A fight between students at North Lenoir High School prompted a response from local authorities, but school officials confirmed that the incident was quickly handled, and there was no need for a lockdown.
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Police solve 1985 cold case murder of Kinston woman Hokie Shepherd

Kinston police announced the resolution of the 1985 cold case murder of Hokie Shepherd. New evidence and advanced technology led investigators to solve the decades-old case, bringing long-awaited closure to the victim's family.
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