A 50-year-old convicted felon has been arrested in Kinston on multiple domestic violence charges involving a pregnant woman and her children, as well as assaulting two Lenoir County deputies during his arrest.
Suspect & Charges
Stacy Lashone Kinsey, 50, faces several charges, including:
Felony first-degree kidnapping
Felony possession of a firearm by a convicted felon
Assault by pointing a gun
Battery of an unborn child
Breaking and entering (misdemeanor)
Crime of domestic violence
Three counts of resisting a public officer (misdemeanor)
Two counts of assaulting a law enforcement officer inflicting physical injury
Incident Overview
Authorities have not yet released full details regarding the events leading to Kinsey’s arrest. However, Lenoir County Public Information Officer Bryan Hanks confirmed that Kinsey allegedly assaulted a pregnant woman and her children before resisting arrest and injuring two deputies.
Legal Proceedings
Kinsey, a convicted felon, was also found illegally possessing a firearm, further complicating his legal situation. His bond and court appearance details have not been disclosed.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the case.
