Micro Croom, a 59-year-old resident of Kinston, North Carolina, tragically passed away on September 20, 2021. Croom was found suffering from gunshot wounds at the intersection of Pollock Street and West Washington Avenue in Kinston. Despite the efforts of emergency medical personnel, Croom was pronounced dead at the scene. Another victim, Rashad O’Neil, 25, was also shot but survived and was transported to Vidant Medical Center.
The Kinston Police Department launched an investigation
into the incident and identified Donte Reynolds, 27, as a suspect. Reynolds was arrested on September 24, 2021, with assistance from the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation . He was charged with the murder of Micro Croom and the shooting of Rashad O’Neil. Reynolds was taken into custody and placed in the Lenoir County Jail under no bond.
The investigation revealed that Reynolds was involved in the shooting, but the exact circumstances and motive behind the crime remain unclear. The Kinston Police Department urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist with the ongoing investigation.
The community of Kinston has been deeply affected by this tragic event, and the police department has emphasized its commitment to investigating crimes of violence and ensuring justice for the victims. The case continues to be a priority for law enforcement as they work to uncover all details surrounding the incident.
