Homicide Investigation Launched After Hickory Man Stabbed to Death in Kinston

In Kinston, North Carolina, a 45-year-old man named Bradley Brady was found dead outside an apartment on Wednesday morning, having been stabbed in the chest. Initially reported as a shooting, police discovered the true nature of the incident upon arrival. Brady, who was from Hickory and part owner of an assisted living center, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Kinston Police Department is investigating the case, but no arrests have been made and there is currently no known threat to the community. Friends described Brady as a gentle giant who prioritized others. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the police department or local crime stoppers.