October 25, 2025
Smithfield
Four Facing Felony Charges In Walmart Shoplifting Case
SMITHFIELD — Four individuals are facing felony charges after allegedly conspiring to steal more than $2,200 in electronics from a Walmart store in Smithfield. According to the Smithfield Police Department,…
Planning Board Rejects 1,147-Lot Bellamy Subdivision
SMITHFIELD — The Smithfield Planning Board has voted unanimously against a proposed 1,147-lot residential development, raising concerns about traffic, land use compatibility, and the impact on nearby rural infrastructure. At…
Man Arrested After Alleged Assault On Date And Police Officer At Movie Theater
SMITHFIELD – What began as a date night at a local movie theater ended with a Johnston County man in handcuffs, facing assault charges — including one for allegedly striking…
Two Charged After Alleged Break-In At Vacant Brogden Road Home
SMITHFIELD – Two individuals have been arrested and charged with misdemeanor breaking and entering after they were reportedly found inside a vacant rental property east of Smithfield on Sunday night.…
Pedestrian Injured In Parking Lot Mishap
SMITHFIELD – A pedestrian sustained minor injuries Sunday afternoon following a mishap in the parking lot of the Brightleaf Flea Market, located at 2320 S. Brightleaf Boulevard. According to the…
Juvenile Crashes Stolen Vehicle During Police Pursuit
SMITHFIELD – A 17-year-old juvenile is facing a series of charges following a pursuit involving a stolen vehicle that ended in a crash on Sunday afternoon in Smithfield. According to…
Gunshots Disrupt Baseball Game At Public Park
SMITHFIELD – A Labor Day weekend pickup baseball game at Smith-Collins Park was briefly thrown into chaos after gunshots were fired during an on-field dispute. The incident occurred around 4:00…
Attempted Armed Burglary Reported In East Smithfield
SMITHFIELD – Police are investigating a reported attempted armed burglary that occurred at a home in East Smithfield. The incident took place around 10:25 a.m. on Thursday, August 29, in…
Johnston Community College And Corning Collaborate On Fiber Optic Training Course
SMITHFIELD – Johnston Community College (JCC) has partnered with Corning Incorporated, a global leader in optical communications technology, to introduce an advanced Train-the-Trainer Fiber Optic Technician Course. This collaboration comes…
Thieves Break Into Car Wash Payment Kiosk
SMITHFIELD – Smithfield Police are investigating a break-in at a local car wash that resulted in the theft of an undisclosed amount of cash. The incident occurred in the early…
Assault Reported In Downtown Smithfield; One Man Injured
SMITHFIELD – A 37-year-old man was treated and released from the hospital after an early morning assault in downtown Smithfield, authorities said. The incident occurred around 12:20 a.m. on Monday,…
Police Dismantle Check Fraud Ring Tied To Nearly $200K In Counterfeit Deposits
SMITHFIELD — Smithfield Police have arrested four individuals following a months-long investigation into an elaborate counterfeit check-cashing operation involving fraudulent U.S. Treasury checks. According to authorities, the suspects are accused…
