Local News
Passerby shoots man attacking deputies near Kinston home
A man was shot by a passerby Thursday as he was assaulting two deputies, according to the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office.
Posted — Updated
By WITN News
KINSTON, N.C. — A man was shot by a passerby Thursday as he was assaulting two deputies, according to the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office.
WITN reports deputies were called to the home on Neuse Road outside of Kinston around 3 p.m. for a trespassing call.
The sheriff said the man, who he described as a large man, was fighting with the deputies.
WITN reports a passerby saw what was happening and shot the man believing the deputies were in danger. The man shot, who has not been identified, was taken to the hospital.
The sheriff said his deputies had some bumps and bruises but they both should be okay.
The man will be facing charges of assaulting the deputies.
Related Topics
• Credits
Copyright 2024 WITN. All rights reserved.
