Greenville Police Arrest Washington Man for Gunfire
A 54-year-old man remains in custody following reports of shots fired at a local intersection.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Crime — General
Greenville police arrested 54-year-old Kelvin Eugene Godley after he allegedly fired a handgun into the air at the intersection of Arlington Boulevard and Hooker Road. Godley is currently being held at the Pitt County jail without bond.
Why it matters
The arrest addresses public safety concerns following reports of gunfire in a public area. Authorities have leveled charges related to firearm possession and illegal discharge within city limits.
Kelvin Eugene Godley is held without bond at the Pitt County jail pending a court date. He faces charges for discharging a firearm in city limits and possession of a firearm as a felon.
The players
Kelvin Eugene Godley
He is a 54-year-old resident of Washington currently facing criminal charges in Greenville.
Greenville Police
This is the local law enforcement agency responsible for investigating the reports of gunfire and taking the suspect into custody.
The details
Police took Godley into custody following reports of gunfire at the intersection of Arlington Boulevard and Hooker Road. His criminal history includes a 2008 felony conviction in Beaufort County Superior Court for possession with intent to sell or deliver cocaine.
Timeline
In 2008, Godley received a felony conviction in Beaufort County.
On October 30, 2026, police arrested Godley and scheduled his court date.
Legal Context
This incident follows the enforcement pattern established by North Carolina's statutes regarding possession of a firearm by a felon. Such laws aim to restrict access to weapons for individuals with prior felony records like the one Godley received in 2008.
The arrest removes a potential safety threat from the intersection of Arlington Boulevard and Hooker Road. Residents can expect continued monitoring of local public spaces following the reported gunfire incident.
The takeaway
Authorities emphasize that discharging a firearm in public settings carries significant legal penalties. Individuals with prior felony convictions face enhanced scrutiny under current firearm possession laws.
What happens next
The court has scheduled a hearing for Kelvin Eugene Godley on October 30, 2026.
Further reading
For more updates on local safety, visit the Crime — General section.
