Lenoir County Sheriff

06/01/2026

05/29/2026

Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Celebrates D.A.R.E. Graduations

The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office proudly celebrated the completion of D.A.R.E. graduations at seven elementary schools throughout Lenoir County, reaching approximately 400 students during the program.

The Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) program is designed to provide students with the skills needed to make safe and responsible decisions, resist peer pressure, and build strong relationships with law enforcement officers in their communities.

Throughout the school year, School Resource Officers with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office worked closely with students in classrooms across the county, teaching lessons focused on good decision-making, personal responsibility, and living drug-free lifestyles.

Sheriff Jackie Rogers congratulated the graduating students for their hard work and participation in the program.

“We are proud of each student who completed the D.A.R.E. program this year,” said Sheriff Rogers. “Programs like D.A.R.E. help build confidence, strengthen decision-making skills, and create positive relationships between our youth and law enforcement. We appreciate the support from our schools, teachers, and parents who help make this program successful.”

Deputy McWilliams, the agency’s D.A.R.E. Officer, also praised the students for their commitment throughout the program.

“It has been a privilege to work with these students throughout the school year,” said Deputy McWilliams. “Watching them grow in confidence, learn important life skills, and graduate from the D.A.R.E. program has been very rewarding. We are proud of every student who participated.”

The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office would like to extend a special thank you to guest speaker Pastor Justin Barnett for taking the time to speak with the students during the D.A.R.E. graduation program. His encouraging words and support helped make the event even more meaningful for the graduates and their families.

The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office would also like to thank community sponsors 32 Below and TundraTown for helping celebrate the graduates by providing sweet treats for the students during the graduation celebrations

Congratulations D.A.R.E. Graduates!!!!!

05/28/2026

Craven County S*x Offender Arrested for Registration Violations

On May 21, 2026, Jamal Jakes Barnes was arrested for failing to comply with s*x offender registration requirements under North Carolina State Law.

The investigation began on May 19, 2026, after the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office General Investigations Division received information from the Craven County Sheriff’s Office that Barnes had been residing in Lenoir County in violation of the North Carolina S*x Offender Registry.

Detectives with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office conducted an investigation and determined that Barnes had been living in Lenoir County since May 5, 2026, without reporting in person to the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office to update his registered address as required by law. As a result, Barnes was charged accordingly.

Barnes was charged with the following offense:

One Count (F) Fail to Report in Person – S*x Offender

The warrant for Barnes was served by the Craven County Sheriff’s Office, as he was already in custody on related s*x offender violations out of Craven County. Barnes was issued a $50,000 secured bond.

05/26/2026

Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Participating in “Click It or Ticket” Campaign

The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is joining agencies across North Carolina for the annual “Click It or Ticket” campaign running May 18 through May 31, 2026. Deputies will be increasing patrols and focusing on seat belt violations in an effort to keep motorists safe.

Sheriff Jackie Rogers encourages all drivers and passengers to buckle up before traveling.
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office reminds everyone to buckle up every trip, every time.

05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their courage, dedication, and love of country secured the freedoms we enjoy every day.

As we spend time with family and friends this Memorial Day, we ask everyone to take a moment to reflect on those who gave everything for our country.

From the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office, we extend our gratitude to our fallen heroes and their families. We will never forget. 🇺🇸

05/19/2026

Multi-Agency Traffic Enforcement Operation Results in More Than 100 Charges in Lenoir County

The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office concluded its participation in the Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) “Move Over or Get Pulled Over” campaign with a large-scale multi-agency enforcement operation conducted Saturday night into Sunday morning.

Hosted by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reduction Team, the operation focused on proactive enforcement targeting impaired driving, speeding, reckless driving, and other dangerous behaviors on roadways throughout Lenoir County.

A total of 27 deputies and officers from agencies across eastern North Carolina participated in the operation. Assisting agencies included the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reduction Team, Street Crimes and Rapid Response Team, and Patrol Division B-Shift, along with the sheriff’s offices of Wayne, Onslow, Craven, Duplin, Jones, Pamlico, and Carteret counties. Municipal agencies participating included the Pink Hill, Grifton, Morehead City, Smithfield, and Mount Olive police departments.

The operation consisted of targeted saturation patrols and a checkpoint in areas identified as having a high incidence of traffic crashes.

During the operation, law enforcement officers issued 105 charges and 25 warnings. Notable enforcement actions included:

4 Move Over violations

5 impaired driving charges, including:
3 Driving While Impaired (DWI)
1 DWI Under 21
1 DWI Drug

6 Open Container violations

20 Speeding violations

2 Reckless Driving charges

5 Seat Belt/Child Restraint violations

18 Driving While License Revoked/No Operator’s License violations

5 misdemeanor criminal charges

2 drug charges

Service of 4 Orders for Arrest

In addition, deputies seized one firearm for a concealed carry violation and seized one vehicle as part of a DWI investigation.

The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office extends its appreciation to the North Carolina Forensic Tests for Alcohol Branch’s BAT Mobile, as well as the Lenoir County Emergency Management Communications Center, Lenoir County Magistrate’s Office, and the Lenoir County Detention Center for their support in making this operation possible.

Sergeant Chris Little of the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office GHSP Crash Reduction Team stated:

“The cooperation of regional agencies across North Carolina participating in these Governor’s Highway Safety campaigns and initiatives empowers agencies to conduct necessary and relevant enforcement in our communities to combat dangerous driving habits on our roadways. These partnerships not only keep our communities safer but also protect the families and hard-working citizens across eastern North Carolina. I am proud and thankful that our partnerships to combat impaired driving, dangerous and aggressive driving, and criminal activity on our roadways are consistently making our communities safer. A crash is never just a statistic; it is a name belonging to a family member, a friend, or a neighbor.”

05/19/2026

Lenoir County Man Arrested Following Domestic Disturbance and DWI Investigation

On May 13, 2026, deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reduction Team and D Shift responded to 3199 U.S. Highway 258 North in reference to a domestic disturbance.

Upon arrival, deputies made contact with Dorean M. Cannon near the residence. During the investigation, Cannon fled the area in a silver Dodge Charger at a high rate of speed.
Deputies quickly located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. Cannon then fled on foot but was apprehended without further incident with assistance from the Kinston Police Department.

During the investigation, deputies determined Cannon had damaged the victim’s vehicle mirror prior to law enforcement’s arrival. Deputies also observed signs of impairment and initiated a driving while impaired investigation.

As a result of the investigation, Dorean M. Cannon was charged with the following offenses:

Driving While Impaired
Injury to Personal Property
Resisting a Public Officer
Open Container After Consuming Alcohol
Driving While License Revoked – Impaired Revocation

Cannon received a $2,000 secured bond.

05/13/2026

LaGrange Elementary Honor Society Visits Sheriff’s Office to Thank Deputies

Members of the LaGrange Elementary School Honor Society recently stopped by the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office to deliver snacks and other goodies to deputies as a token of appreciation for helping keep their school safe.

The students made the special visit while on their way to a Down East Bird Dawgs game, taking time to personally thank the men and women who serve and protect the community.
Sheriff Jackie Rogers and the members of the Sheriff’s Office were grateful for the thoughtful gesture.

“We truly appreciate the kindness shown by these students,” said Sheriff Rogers. “Their visit and generous donation meant a lot to our deputies. It is always encouraging to see young people recognize the importance of public service and community partnerships.”

The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office values its strong relationship with local schools and is thankful for the continued support from students, teachers, and parents throughout the community.

05/13/2026

Narcotics Investigation Leads to Arrest of 56-Year-Old Kinston Man

On May 11, 2026, the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit arrested Antonio Strong, 56, of Kinston on outstanding warrants stemming from an investigation into the distribution of illegal controlled substances in Lenoir County.

As a result of the investigation, Strong was charged with the following offenses:

Three counts of Sell/Deliver Co***ne

Three counts of Possession with Intent to Sell and Deliver Co***ne

Two counts of Sell/Deliver Ma*****na

Two counts of Possession with Intent to Sell and Deliver Ma*****na

Strong was transported to the Lenoir County Jail, where he received a $10,000 secured bond.

05/12/2026

Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is proud to be participating in this statewide effort to raise awareness about North Carolina’s Move Over Law.

When you see flashing lights – whether it’s law enforcement, emergency responders, or service vehicles – slow down and move over to the next lane if it’s safe to do so. These simple actions save lives.

Officers, emergency responders and service vehicles stand just feet away from passing traffic. A moment of inattention can change lives forever.

Move Over – Slow Down – Stay Focused. It’s not just the law – it’s about protecting lives.