Wilmington man charged after firing gun

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington man charged with kidnapping and shooting a gun according to Wilmington Police Department.

Police say Antonial White Jr. forced his way into a nearby residence and pointed a gun at the victim, allegedly pistol-whipping him and demanding he take White to an unknown location.

Following a brief verbal dispute, White allegedly fired a round in the air.

Police also claim White threatened and spit on an officer during the arrest.

White has been charged with Burglary, Kidnapping, Firearm by Felon, Discharge Firearm in Reckless Manner, Malicious Conduct by Prisoner, Communicating Threats, and Going Armed to the Terror of the Public.

He is being held without bond at the NHSO Detention Center.