Drew Nelson

Warren has served as Newton Grove's police chief since 2019.

In 2021, he shot a rape and kidnapping suspect during a confrontation.

That shooting was later ruled justified by the district attorney.

During Warren's first court appearance, Judge Robert Gilmore denied bond.

Town officials announced Warren has been suspended without pay while the case moves forward and say police operations will continue without interruption.

Warren remains held at the Sampson County Detention Center as the investigation continues.

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With this Crime Alert, I'm Drew Nelson.