Man arrested in JC accused of murdering 19-month-old in NC

Man arrested in Johnson City for killing of 19-month-old

A man wanted in connection with the murder of a 19-month-old girl in North Carolina was arrested Thursday in Johnson City.

Man arrested in JC accused of murdering 19-month-old in NC

NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) -- The New Bern Police Department (NBPD) in North Carolina has arrested two individuals, Kiyveon Pitts and Lawrence Evertt, in connection with the 2023 murder of 19-month-old Nia'Loni Sheptock. Both individuals face charges of felony murder and attempted murder for the assault on her father, Nathan Sheptock. NBPD, Craven County Sheriff's Office, United States Attorney's Office, and the FBI determined the shooting was gang-r…