Press Release – Tuesday, February 20, 2018

On February 20, 2018 around 11:30AM officers with the Henderson Police Department responded to Carter Bank & Trust at 300 Dabney Drive Ext. in reference to a robbery in progress.

A single individual entered the location and demanded money, and an undisclosed amount of money was obtained from the business. The suspect then fled the scene on a motor vehicle. A description of the vehicle and person was obtained by individuals that were present during the robbery. The vehicle was located a short time later in the area of Raleigh Rd. and Miriam St.

The suspect had fled the scene prior to locating the vehicle and officers checked the surrounding area. A uniformed commander of the Henderson Police Department and a Vance County Deputy checked an abandoned structure on the unpaved portion of Nicholas St., locating the suspect in the rear of that location.

The suspect was identified as 36 year old Johnathan Brookes Faulkner. Faulkner was also wanted in connection with a robbery in Brunswick County, NC on February 14th, 2018. Faulkner has been placed in the Vance County Jail under a $240,000 bond and has a first court appearance of February 27th.

We are grateful for the assistance provided by our citizens, the Vance County Sheriff’s Office, and the North Carolina Highway Patrol.

Authority: Chief M.W. Barrow

Press Release – Monday, February 19, 2018

On February 17, 2018 around 9:00PM officers with the Henderson Police Department responded to an individual being shot at 907 S. Beckford Drive, Marketplace Cinema. The incident occurred outside the cinema. The victim was transported to an area facility to receive treatment for his injury. From information gathered during the investigation, the victim was the sole intended target of the assault.

Our officers along with other external agencies worked quickly to identify the suspect and warrants were obtained for the arrest of Kaleb Zijon Perry, age (17). At approximately 3:00 PM today Kaleb Zijon Perry surrendered himself to Henderson Police Department Detectives at the Vance County Courthouse. He received a $110,000 secured bond and has first court appearance date set for March 20th.

If anyone has further information they are urged to contact the Henderson Police Department at 252-438-4141, Crime Stoppers at 252-492-1925, or through the use of the P3 app on a smartphone or tablet device. Callers may remain anonymous and Crime Stoppers offers rewards of up to $2,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of suspects involved in criminal acts.

Authority: Chief M.W. Barrow

HPD Officer Involved Shooting Feb 15, 2018

Press Release – Thursday, February 16, 2018

On February 15, 2018 around 9:15 PM, officers with the Henderson Police Department were executing a search warrant at 538 Skeenes Ave, Henderson. Upon approach and announcing themselves, officers encountered gunfire from in the residence. One officer was struck by the gunfire. Gunfire was returned by the police and one subject, within the residence, was injured.

Both the officer and the individual inside the residence were transported to Maria Parham Medical Center for treatment. The officer that was shot was treated and released during the early hours of the 16th. The suspect, from inside the residence, succumbed to his injury.

Due to the discharging of a Henderson Police Department firearm, the District Attorney’s Office was immediately called and the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) was requested. The SBI is currently handling the investigation of the incident and the officers involved have been placed on administrative leave per our departmental policy.

While this remains open, and an ongoing investigation, the release of any further details about this incident will be in coordination with the District Attorney’s Office and the SBI. The name of the deceased person is being held pending proper notification of family members.

Authority: Chief M.W. Barrow

Press Release – February 15, 2018

On February 14, 2018 members of the Henderson Police Department Vice-Narcotics Section conducted a traffic stop on Harriett Street, Henderson. During the stop, 100 dosage units of heroin, 4.8 grams of marijuana, and U.S. Currency was seized.

Leshawn Alston, 18, 426 Spring Court, Henderson was arrested and charged with Felony Maintaining a Vehicle, Felony PWIMSD Heroin, Simple Possession of Marijuana, and a Window Tint Violation. He received a $15,000 secured bond pending a court hearing on February 27, 2018 in Vance County.

Tyren Hargrove, 17, 1009 Harriett Street, Henderson was arrested and charged with Felony Conspire to Sell/Deliver Heroin, Sell/Deliver Heroin, and (2 Counts) of Felony PWIMSD Heroin. These charges are based on previous investigations conducted by the Vice-Narcotics Section. Hargrove received a $15,000 secured bond pending a court hearing on February 20, 2018 in Vance County.

Authority: Chief M.W. Barrow