Following the early-morning incident on Thursday, May 7, 2026, the Kinston Police Department officially identified the victim as 28-year-old Marquez Lewis.
Summary of the Incident
Time and Location: Police responded to reports of gunfire around 12:15 a.m. in the vicinity of Stadiem Drive and Nobles Lane.
Findings: Upon arrival, officers located Lewis suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite being transported to a nearby medical facility, he was later pronounced deceased.
Investigation and Community Response
As of today, Friday, May 8, 2026, the investigation remains active and is being handled by the Kinston Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division.
No arrests have been announced, and the motive behind the shooting is still under investigation.
Public Assistance: Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the event or who has information to contact the department at 252-939-4020 or Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444.
Community members have begun sharing tributes online, remembering Lewis as the investigation continues into this tragic loss of life.
