📰 Gunfire on Fields Street: Kinston Police Arrest Suspect

The Incident

On the night of November 8, 2025, Kinston Police Department’s A‑Squad officers responded to a residence on Fields Street after reports of a gunshot victim. When they arrived, they found a 40‑year‑old man suffering from gunshot wounds to both legs. The victim was rushed to ECU Health for treatment.

The Investigation

Detectives quickly identified 43‑year‑old Thurman Jones Jr. as the suspect.

• On November 10, police executed a search warrant at Jones’ residence.

• He was arrested and charged with:

  • Assault with a Deadly Weapon Inflicting Serious Injury

  • Discharging a Firearm Within City Limits

  • Going Armed to the Terror of the People

  • Possession of a Firearm by a Felon

• Jones was booked under a $75,000 bond.

  
  

Community Impact

This shooting rattled residents of Fields Street, a neighborhood already struggling with gun violence. Police emphasized that the arrest shows their commitment to swift investigations and accountability.

Closing

The Fields Street case is another reminder of the persistent gun violence challenges in Kinston. While the victim survived, the incident underscores how quickly disputes can escalate into life‑threatening situations — and how vital rapid police response is in protecting communities.