Third Suspect Arrested in Greene County Shooting
A third suspect, Lezhawn Best, has been arrested in Pitt County in connection with a September 20th shooting in Greene County that injured a 16-year-old. Best faces attempted murder charges.

Greenville New Bern Washington, NC, September 30, 2026 — The investigation into a September 20th shooting incident in Greene County has resulted in a third arrest. Authorities apprehended Lezhawn Best in Pitt County, according to recent reports. Best faces charges related to the shooting that injured a 16-year-old individual.
The shooting occurred on September 20th in Greene County. Details regarding the specific circumstances leading up to the incident or the exact nature of the 16-year-old victim’s injuries have not been fully disclosed. The victim’s current condition was not provided in the information available.
Lezhawn Best has been charged with attempted murder in connection with the incident. The arrest was made in Pitt County, though the timeline of when this arrest took place relative to the September 20th shooting was not specified. This marks the third arrest made in connection with the Greene County shooting investigation. Information regarding the identities of the other two suspects, the timeline of their arrests, or the charges they face was not immediately available.
Law enforcement agencies continue to investigate the case. The details surrounding the motive and the full scope of involvement for all individuals connected to the shooting are reportedly under active review. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
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