Update: Warrant obtained in armed robbery
Case Update
Warrants have been obtained for Matthew Wyche, 34, of Kinston, for Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon. Wyche should be considered Armed and Dangerous. If anyone has information about this incident or knows the whereabouts of the suspect, please call the Kinston Police Department’s Tips Line at 252-939-4020 or Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444. Calls to Crime Stoppers are confidential and anonymous, and the caller may be eligible for a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest.
Original Release
On Friday, January 5th, 2024, at approximately 12:45 p.m., members of the Kinston Police Department responded to Kinston Tobacco and Vape, 719 N. Queen St. Kinston, in reference to an armed robbery. Upon arrival, officers met with the victims, who advised that an unknown black male entered the business and demanded money. The suspect was armed and fled on foot after receiving cash from the clerk.
Investigators responded to the area to assist with the area search. At this time, investigators are canvassing the area for information about the suspect.
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