November 21st Marks One Year Since Madalina Cojocari's Disappearance
Today marks one year since Madalina went missing. Tonight the city will hold a vigil in her honor at the Cornelius Town Hall.
Local Crime
Officer Involved Shooting Following Robbery In Rock Hill
A man has been arrested following a robbery that led to officers discharging weapons in Rock Hill, according to a news release.Β
AP: Another Losing Season May Be Testing The Patience Of Panthers Owner David Tepper
Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers arenβt showing improvement β and that has to be testing the patience of owner David Tepper.
Police: One Person Dead After Shooting In South Charlotte
CMPD is conducting a homicide investigation after a man was found dead in South Charlotte, according to a police report.Β
One Person Injured After Incident At Carowinds Campground
Police are investigating an incident that occurred early Saturday morning at a Carowinds campground, resulting in one person being taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
USPS Worker, 2 Others Arrested For Over $24 Million In Stolen Checks
A United States Postal Service employee and two other conspirators face federal charges over a stolen checks scheme worth more than $24 million, according to the United States Attorneyβs Office.
One Dead In Fatal Lincoln County Car Crash
A 65-year-old woman died in Lincoln County Friday night after failing to stop at a stop sign before being struck by another vehicle, according to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol.Β
11 Arrested After Months-Long Investigation Into Crystal Methamphetamine Distribution In Iredell County
A five-month investigation into crystal methamphetamine distribution resulted in the arrest of 11 suspects, totaling 57 charges and over $10 million in bonds, according to the Iredell County Sheriffβs Office.
Five Suspects Arrested In Mooresville For Organized Thefts At Loweβs Stores
Five men in Mooresville were arrested Wednesday after making fraudulent rental transactions on heavy equipment at several Lowe's Home Improvement stores, according to the Mooresville Police Department.
Lincoln County Man Charged With Animal Cruelty
A 41-year-old man in Lincoln County has been charged with animal cruelty after an executed search warrant on a Vale home found dead and malnourished livestock, according to the Lincoln County Sheriffβs Office.
Second Arrest Made In Connection To Troutman Homicide
The second suspect in connection to the homicide in Troutman on Saturday, November 4th has turned himself in at the Iredell County Detention Center in Statesville, North Carolina.
Victim Identified In North Charlotte Double Shooting
Police have identified the victim of a double shooting in north Charlotte that took place on West Sugar Creek Road on Monday, November 13th.
Deputies: Husband Charged With Murdering Wife Following Domestic Dispute In Iredell County
Clarence Tyson, 69, has been charged with first degree murder against his wife, according to a media release.
Moped Driver Killed In Catawba County Crash
A moped driver was killed in a crash in Hickory on Tuesday night after colliding with a Tesla at the intersection of NC Highway 127 and South Center Street.
Convicted Domestic Violence Offender Sentenced To Prison For Illegally Possessing Firearms
A judge sentenced a convicted domestic violence offender from Charlotte to nearly three years in prison for illegally possessing a firearm by a felon, according to the United States Attorneyβs Office.
Use Of Force Expert Weighs In On Controversial CMPD Arrest
David O'Laughlin is a use of force expert with 4 decades of law enforcement experience. He is currently the Director of Training for Municipal Police Institute.
North Carolina Man Sentenced To Over 17 Years For Drug, Weapon Charges
A judge sentenced one man from Mount Gilead, North Carolina to 210 months in prison over two drug and two firearm charges, according to the United States Attorneyβs Office.
WATCH: CMPD Chief Holds News Conference After Viral Video Shows Officer Repeatedly Striking Woman During Arrest
CMPD Police Chief Johnny Jennings held a news conference to discuss the circumstances surrounding the incident that happened outside a Bojangles restaurant showing a CMPD officer striking a woman repeatedly during an arrest.
South Carolina Man Pleads Guilty To Federal Sex Trafficking Offenses
A South Carolina man pleaded guilty to multiple sex trafficking charges from August 2019- August 2020, according to the South Carolina Department of Justice.
Rowan County Deputies Investigating A Possible Murder-Suicide
Rowan County Sheriff's Office states they are investigating an apparent murder-suicide after a husband and wife were found dead inside of their garage.
Police: Construction Material Thief Arrested
A man has been arrested after allegedly stealing materials from a home under construction on Sunday, November 12th.
One Dead, Two Injured In Homicide Near Uptown
A homicide investigation is underway near Uptown after an overnight shooting that left one dead and two others injured, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
Pedestrian Struck And Killed In Spartanburg
A pedestrian attempting to cross a street was struck and killed in Spartanburg County on Friday night, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
Man "Pistol Whipped" At Charlotte Premium Outlets
A person was pistol-whipped at the Charlotte Premium Outlets after finding someone attempting to carjack his vehicle Friday afternoon, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots November 9th
Check out the Mecklenburg County mugshots from Thursday, November 9th.Β
Charlotte Man Indicted For Allegedly Assaulting Two USPS Employees
A Charlotte man was federally indicted Thursday for allegedly assaulting two U.S. Postal Service employees this past summer, the United States Attorneyβs Office announced.
Man Arrested Following Fatal Crash In North Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has arrested one male suspect following a fatal car crash in north Charlotte on Wednesday night.
85-Year-Old Woman Killed In Hickory Car Crash
An 85-year-old woman was pronounced dead at a local hospital after a car crash in Hickory on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Hickory Police Department.
Deputies: Denver Man Charged In Connection With Cook Out Robbery
A man has been charged in connection with a robbery of a Cook Out restaurant in Denver.
Charlotte Child Psychiatrist Sentenced To 40 Years For Sexual Exploitation Of A Minor
A Charlotte child psychiatrist was sentenced to 40 years in prison for producing and possessing child pornographic images and videos, according to the United States Department of Justice.
Police Investigating Shooting Outside Huntersville Walmart
Police are investigating after a person was shot outside the Walmart Supercenter on Bryton Town Center Drive in Huntersville, according to local authorities.
Charlotte Man Arrested Following Shootout In Salisbury Apartment Complex
Two men are facing charges following a shootout in an apartment complex just outside of Salisbury, according to the Rowan County Sheriffβs Office.
Gaston County Child Death Investigation
An investigation is underway after a child was found unresponsive on the evening of Tuesday, November 7th.Β
Tariq Bokhari Wins Charlotte City Council District 6 Race
WCCB's Emma Mondo chats with City Council District 6 Winner Tariq Bokhari.
Mooresville Officer Involved Incident Results In One Dead
Mooresville Police Department responded to a call regarding a man, Robert Berry, planning to harm himself and resulted in an officer discharging his weapon five times.
Police: Mooresville Man Stabbed In Domestic Dispute
A woman has been arrested in connection with an alleged domestic violence stabbing, according to the Mooresville Police Department.
Deputies: Granite Falls Pastor Charged With Sex Crimes Against Children
A Granite Falls pastor has been arrested in connection with child exploitation crimes, according to a news release.Β
Troutman Shooting Leaves One Dead, Another Injured
One person was killed and another was injured after a shooting in Troutman on Saturday night.
Suspect Charged After Two Women Die From Overdoses
The Statesville Police Department arrested a suspect in relation to an overdose incident, resulting in two deaths.
Police Searching For Information Regarding Hit-And-Run Incident In Spartanburg
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is looking for information regarding a non-fatal hit and run accident that occurred in Spartanburg County Friday night.
Arkansas Man Arrested After Trying To Crash Through Gates At South Carolina Nuclear Plant
An Arkansas man has been arrested for trying toΒ crashΒ through the exit gates of a South Carolina nuclear plant, authorities said.
911 Calls Released Following Murder-Suicide, Fire In Gaston County
New details emerged about a murder-suicide in Gaston County, leaving two people, including an 11-year-old boy, dead.
Great Falls Rescue Squad Lieutenant Terminated And Charged With Breach Of Trust
A former Great Falls Rescue Squad first lieutenant was arrested and charged with breach of trust as a result of an investigation by the South Carolina Law Enforcement.
Statesville Police Arrest Convicted Felon And Seize Multiple Weapons During Traffic Stop
A routine traffic stop led to the arrest of a 44-year-old convicted felon that was driving with a suspended license and multiple weapons, including an AR-15 style rifle, in the vehicle.
North Carolina Man Facing Federal Charges For Allegedly Making Threats To Children
A Cary man faces federal charges after allegedly making threats to shoot or injure children, according to the United States Department of Justice.
Two Dead In I-40 West Car Crash In Burke County
Two people died in a fatal car crash Thursday afternoon on Interstate 40 West near Old NC 10 after a driver failed to reduce their speed and collided with a tractor trailer.
Police Investigating Death Off East Independence
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a possible homicide off East Independence Boulevard that left one dead, according to a news release.
Former Corrections Officer Sentenced To 17 Years In Prison For Plotting To Rape A Child
A former Tennessee corrections officer has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for traveling across state lines into North Carolina to engage in sexual activities with a minor, according to the United States Attorneyβs Office.
Hickory Man Arrested For Armed Robbery At Dollar General
A 45-year-old man has been arrested for robbing a Dollar General in Rhodhiss, North Carolina on Tuesday, October 31st.
Officer Struck By Car While Directing Traffic
Officer Zickler with the Mint Hill Police Department was sent to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle while directing traffic on Thursday morning.Β
Rock Hill Police: Man Arrested For Sexual Extortion
Rock Hill officers have arrested 27-year-old Martin O'Dehn for allegedly sexually extorting a women.Β
Former North Carolina State Trooper Handed 21-Year Prison Sentence After Pleading Guilty To Drug Conspiracy
The United States Attorneyβs Office sentenced a former North Carolina state trooper to 21 years in prison for drug conspiracy, according to a news release.
Chester County Man Sentenced To 10 Years In Prison For Selling Fentanyl Pills
A 30-year-old Chester County man faces 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to selling fentanyl pills, according to the Chester County Sheriffβs Office.
22-Year-Old Man Shot And Killed In Southeast Charlotte Homicide
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are investigating a homicide in southeast Charlotte that resulted in a 22-year-old man being shot and killed.
ATF Trains Local Law Enforcement On How To Identify Ghost Guns
Ghost guns which can be made with the help of 3D printer donβt have a serial number and are essentially untraceable.
Mecklenburg Co. Sheriff's Deputies Check In With Sex Offenders For Halloween
Sheriff's Deputies spent the night checking up on registered sex offenders in Mecklenburg County. Offenders are told to keep their lights off and not decorate for Halloween.
Deputies: Animals Seized From Rowan County Home
A Rowan County home is under investigation after citizens complained of seeing malnourished animals in the area, according to a press release.Β
11 Vehicles Towed In Weekend Street Takeover
The Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department announced that they towed 11 vehicles on Saturday, October 28 due to multiple street takeover events.
CMPD: Sexual Assault Investigation At Uptown Whole Foods
CMPD is investigating an alleged sexual assault incident that occurred at Whole Foods in Uptown Charlotte on Friday, October 27th.
Human Remains Found In Pisgah National Forest
The FBI and Madison County Sheriff's Office recovered human remains from a wooded area at the Pisgah National Forest on Sunday, October 29th.
CATS Announces Veterans Day Service
The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is announcing the CATS Call Center, Lost and Found, Pass Sales and Information offices will be closedΒ Friday, Nov. 10,Β in observance of Veterans Day.
Three-Year-Old Pedestrian Struck And Killed By Tractor Trailer Identified
CMPD has identified a juvenile pedestrian who died in a car crash on Saturday, October 28th.
Armed And Barricaded Incident In Concord Ends
The Concord Police Department have concluded their work involving an armed, barricaded suspect in Concord on Sunday morning.
Suspect Charged With Murder Following Dispute With Neighbor
A Catawba County man has been arrested and charged with murder after fatally stabbing a neighbor following a dispute.
Homicide Investigation Underway In North Charlotte
A homicide investigation is underway in North Charlotte after police found one victim shot and killed at a residence off Acorn Forest Lane.
One Dead In Fatal Spartanburg County Car Crash
A two-vehicle car crash on Interstate 85 South in Spartanburg County killed one on Friday night, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
Parents Charged For 22-Month-Old's Opiate Overdose
Two Stanly County parents were charged on Friday, October 28th after their 22-month-old baby suffered an opiate overdose earlier in the week.
Fire Destroys Charlotte Home, Causes $160K In Damages
A vacant home in North Charlotte caught on fire on the morning of Saturday, October 28th, causing six figures worth of damages, per a tweet from the Charlotte Fire Department.
New 911 Location Signs on Charlotte's Greenways
Charlotte Mecklenburg Parks and Rec has started to install markers to allow people using the trails to be located in case of an emergency.
Sheriff Names 5 People Fatally Shot In Southeast North Carolina Home
A sheriff's office in southeast North Carolina released on Friday the names of five peopleΒ found fatally shotΒ in a home earlier this week.
Police Charge 18-Year-Old Suspect In North Charlotte Homicide
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department have identified, arrested and charged the 18-year-old suspect responsible for killing one man and injuring two others in a North Charlotte homicide on Tuesday night.
AP: Amid Massive Search For Mass Killing Suspect, Maine Residents Remain Behind Locked Doors
Shocked and fearful Maine residents kept to their homes Friday as hundreds of heavily armed police and FBI agents searched intensely for Robert Card, an Army reservist authorities sayΒ fatally shot 18 peopleΒ at a bowling alley and a bar in the worst mass killing in state history.
Rowan County Man Arrested For Indecent Exposure In Front Of Children
Rowan County deputies arrested a 52-year-old man on Wednesday, October 25th for indecent exposure after the man allegedly exposed himself to children exiting a stopped school bus.
Amber Alert Cancelled For Three North Carolina Children
An amber alert has been cancelled following a report that three North Carolina children were missing out of Haywood County on Thursday, October 26th, according to a news release.
5 Found Shot To Death At Southeast North Carolina Home, Sheriff Says
Five people were found fatally shot at a southeast North Carolina home early Thursday, according to the local sheriff.
Charlotte Man Sentenced To 14 Years For Armed Robbery, Possession Of Weapon As An Inmate
A Charlotte man has been sentenced to 14 years in prison in connection to an armed robbery from February of 2019 and for possessing a weapon as an inmate in September of 2021.
Cold Case: Suspect Charged With Raping Child In East Charlotte In 2014
CMPD has identified and charged a suspect for allegedly sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl in 2014. The suspect was 24-years-old at the time of abuse, according to authorities.Β
Two Dead, Four Transported To Hospital In Three-Car Collision In Chester County
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a three-car collision in Chester County that resulted in two dead and four more being sent to the hospital.
Prosecutors Will Not Seek Death Penalty Against Boyfriend Of Allisha Watts
James Dunmore appeared in court in Montgomery County on Wednesday for a hearing. Prosecutors told the judge, they will not seek the death penalty.
Hickory Firefighter Charged With Sexual Exploitation Of Minor
Police say they arrested a Hickory firefighter for sexually exploiting a minor.
Man Pleads Guilty To 32 Counts Of Various Dog Fighting Charges
CMPD has charged Earl Hamilton with several animal cruelty charges.
AP: An Off-Duty Pilot Is Accused Of Trying To Shut Down The Engines Of A Horizon Air Jet In Midflight
n off-duty pilot riding in the extra seat in the cockpit of a Horizon Air passenger jet tried to shut down the engines in midflight and had to be subdued by the crew, a pilot flying the plane told air traffic controllers.
Attempted Breaking And Entering In Gaston County
Gaston County Police Department are seeking a suspect who attempted to break into a trailer in a resident's driveway.
Lincoln County Man Charged With First Degree Murder
Deputies say they charged a man with murder after a woman was found dead inside the home they shared together in Maiden.Β
Wanted Suspect Involved In Vehicle Pursuit, Still On The Run
Authorities are searching for a wanted suspect with an extended criminal history record following a lengthy police chase, according to the Gaston County Police Department.
One Dead, One Injured In Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash
One person died and another was sent to the hospital on Saturday afternoon after a single-vehicle crash on West Springs Highway in the Town of Jonesville, according to The South Carolina Highway Patrol.
Tour Bus Causes Multi-Car Accident On I-85 South In Cabarrus County
A tour bus headed south on Interstate 85 collided with two vehicles in Cabarrus County, causing the highway to be closed for several hours.
Reward Offered For Missing Union County Teenager
A cash reward is now being offered for any information that could help bring home Lauren Heath, a missing Union County teen.
One Dead, Another Hospitalized In Fatal I-77 Crash In York County
One person has died and another was sent to the hospital in a fatal car crash late Friday night on Interstate 77 in York County, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
Mother Of Slain Alabama Woman Files Suit Against Hornets' Brandon Miller, 2 Others
The mother of a woman killed near the University of Alabama has filed a wrongful death lawsuit in federal court against current Charlotte Hornets rookie Brandon MillerΒ and two other men.
Rock Hill Woman Found Safe After Being Missing For One Week
The Rock Hill Police Department confirmed that a Rock Hill woman that was missing for one week has been located and is now safe.
19-Year-Old Wanted For Killing Three People In Midland Crash Arrested In France
Investigators say a 19-year-old wanted for killing three people in a wreck in Cabarrus County was arrested in Paris, France.
CMPD Holds 3rd Quarter Public Safety Briefing
Overall crime in Charlotte is up 11%. Property crime is up 14 %. Violent crime is down 5%, which is good news right? Not necessarily.
Former Charlotte USPS Worker Indicted For Stealing $1.9 Million In Business Checks
A former U.S. postal worker from Charlotte was federally indicted Thursday for allegedly stealing $1.9 million in business checks, the United States Attorneyβs Office announced.
Belmont Police Investigating I-85 Crash, Leaving A Father, 2 Children In the Hospital
Belmont Police are investigating a serious motor vehicle collision off Interstate 85 South near mile marker 27 that landed a father and his two children in the hospital with serious injuries.
20-Year-Old Man Arrested For Communicating Threats To Iredell County Schools
Police arrested a 20-year-old man for communicating violent threats via text messages to several schools in Iredell County, according to the Iredell County Sheriffβs Office.
Suspect Arrested For Hit And Run In Rock Hill
The Rock Hill Police Department arrested a 39-year-old woman in connection to a hit-and-run accident on October 7th.
Amber Alert Canceled For Missing Stanly County 3-Year-Old
The Amber Alert has been canceled for a missing 3-year-old boy out of Stanly County. Jasper OβRyan Creese and Charity Walters Creese have been found and are safe.
Charlotte Bookkeeper Accused Of Wire Fraud, Embezzling $1.6 Million From Mooresville Companies
A 48-year-old Charlotte man pleaded guilty to wire fraud on Wednesday, October 18th for embezzling approximately $1.6 million from two Mooresville companies.
Man Indicted For Attempted Kidnapping, Assault On Blue Ridge Parkway
A federal grand jury has formally indicted a Whittier man for attempted kidnapping and four counts of assault on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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