The original item was published from 10/2/2025 3:48:00 PM to 10/7/2025 12:00:01 AM.

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Posted on: September 22, 2025

[ARCHIVED] CASE UPDATE: ARRESTED - Felony Aid & Abet / Conspiracy

**CASE UPDATE**

09/22/25 - Hall was taken into custody with the assistance of Greenville PD’s VCAT Unit. The Kinston Police Department and our community sincerely thank Greenville PD for their partnership and support in bringing this case to a successful resolution.
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**CASE UPDATE**

Kinston Police Department detectives have obtained warrants for 25-year-old Drejon Hall in connection with the murder of Dishon Blount.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the Kinston Police Department’s Tips Line at 252-939-4020, Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444, or through the KPD iWITNESS available on our website. Calls to Crime Stoppers are confidential and anonymous, and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward for information leading to an arrest.

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**CASE UPDATE**

Kinston Police Department – Murder Warrant Issued
A 20-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the murder of Dishon Bount that occurred on Sept. 6 on E. Bright Street, according to the Kinston Police Department.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire just before midnight on Saturday at 500 Bright Street, located a short distance from the police department. Upon arrival, they discovered Dishon Blount, who had been shot multiple times. Despite efforts by first responders, Blount succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
<span class="fr-mk" style="display: none;"> </span><span class="fr-mk" style="display: none;"> </span> KPD Detectives obtained warrants for Jataves Ellison, 20, following an investigation. Ellison was arrested without incident on Sept. 18.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the Kinston Police Department’s Tips Line at 252-939-4020, Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444, or through the KPD iWITNESS available on our website. Calls to Crime Stoppers are confidential and anonymous, and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward for information leading to an arrest.
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Homicide Investigation – East Bright Street 
On Saturday, September 6th, 2025, at approximately 11:50 pm, Kinston Police Officers responded to the 500 Block of E. Bright St., Kinston, in reference to a report of a subject that had been shot. Officers arrived on scene and located the victim, Dishon Blount, who was suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Officers rendered aid to Mr. Blount in an effort to save his life, but were unsuccessful, and he died at the scene. After the shooting, the assailant(s) fled the area. Members of the Kinston Police Department's Investigations Division are following up on leads for this case. We ask anyone with information to come forward. 

Kinston Police Department detectives and crime scene personnel responded and are actively investigating this incident.
The Kinston Police Department places the highest priority on investigating violent crimes in our community. We remain committed to pursuing justice without compromise and continue to seek the assistance of the public we proudly serve.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the Kinston Police Department’s Tips Line at 252-939-4020, Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444, or through the KPD iWITNESS available on our website. Calls to Crime Stoppers are confidential and anonymous, and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward for information leading to an arrest.