Kinston Couple Charged with Arson and Insurance Fraud After House Fire

A Kinston couple, Montez and Jalesia Nelson, have been charged with second-degree arson following accusations of intentionally burning their home to collect insurance money. The announcement was made by North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey on Monday, January 13, 2024. In addition to the arson charge, the Nelsons face felony conspiracy, insurance fraud, and obtaining […]