CMS pediatric therapist facing attempted murder charges

A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools employee is facing attempted murder charges.

CMPD says 43-year-old Cheryl Gates is accused of contaminating food or drink to render someone mentally incapacitated or physically helpless.

Gates is a pediatric position for CMS. She is also facing charges for stalking and damage to property.

We have reached out to CMS to find out if Gates is still employed by the district, but have yet to hear back.

Detectives say her alleged crimes do not involve any students or teachers.