Yesterday marked the somber one-year anniversary of the unsolved murder of Dzyer Gooding, a tragedy that left the Kinston community grappling for answers and a family shattered by loss. The Kinston Police Department took to social media to remind the public that Gooding's case remains cold, and that justice still eludes those who loved her; they share a renewed plea for any information that could lead to the resolution of this case.
In a social media post that reflects the department's determination, the Kinston Police Department expressed that even the smallest detail could be crucial, "Your tip could be the missing piece in solving this case," as per the department's solemn reminder the grim reality that, despite the passage of time, the perpetrator remains at large, and a community is without closure, hangs heavy over the situation. Concerned citizens are encouraged to reach out through several channels: calling the Kinston Police Department Tips Line at 252-939-4020, contacting Kinston-Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444, or submitting tips anonymously via the KPD Tip411 App, which is available for both Apple and Android users.
A link to the original Kinston Police Department post can be found here, which offers a digital memorial space for a community united in the search for justice and a constant reminder, hashtagged #JusticeForDzyer, that there remains a collective responsibility to confront the violences that sever the precious threads of human lives.
