In the early hours of August 14, 2024, at approximately 1:37 a.m., officers from the Kinston Police Department responded to a report of an armed robbery at the Circle K located at 2011 W Vernon Ave.

Upon arrival, officers made contact with the victim, who reported that an unidentified black male entered the store, brandished a firearm, and demanded money. The suspect fled the scene with an undisclosed amount of cash.

Kinston Police Department investigators are actively following up on leads and working to identify the suspect. A photo of the individual is being circulated in hopes that the public may assist in identifying him.

The investigation is ongoing and we urge anyone with information about this incident or who recognizes the subject in the photos to contact the Kinston Police Department’s Tips Line at 252-939-4020, Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444, or through the Tip411 App available on both Apple and Android devices.

The Kinston Police Department is committed to ensuring the safety of our community and will continue to provide updates as the investigation progresses.