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Albemarle Man Wanted On Arson Charges

An Albemarle man is wanted on felony arson charges, according to the Albemarle Police Department.

Two Charged Following Investigation Into Catalytic Converter Thefts In Iredell County

Two people have been charged following an investigation into the thefts of several catalytic converters in Iredell County.

Child Sex Abuse Civil Lawsuits Filed Against Catholic Diocese of Charlotte

The Catholic Diocese of Charlotte is facing a pair of civil lawsuits over alleged child sex abuse. Two men argue the diocese didn't do enough to protect them.

Two Men Charged For Breaking Into Business And Stealing $40,000 Worth Of Lawn Equipment

Iredell County deputies have charged two suspects for breaking into Hoover's Lawn & Garden and stealing lawn equipment. The business reported the incident on April 9.

CMPD Makes Arrest In West Charlotte Homicide

CMPD detectives are conducting a homicide investigation after locating a victim with a gunshot wound in west Charlotte Wednesday morning.

Two Rock Hill Teens Injured After Shooting, Attempted Murder Investigation Underway

Rock Hill police are investigating an attempted murder that left two teen victims in the hospital Monday night.

New York Man Arrested On Multiple Drug Charges In Iredell County

A New York man has been arrested by Iredell County deputies on multiple drug trafficking charges on Saturday.

Matthews Police Department Says Officers Assisted In Apprehension Of Union County Vehicle Chase Suspects

The Matthews Police Department says officers assisted in the apprehension of two suspects who fled from Monroe Police officers and Union County Sheriff's deputies on Sunday afternoon.

Second Person Facing Charges Following Deadly Road Rage Shooting In Matthews

Matthews Police say they arrested a second suspect connected to a deadly road rage incident that happen on March 18th in Matthews.

Police Say Fatal Shooting Outside Southwest Charlotte Bar Was Justified

Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Homicide Unit say the fatal shooting outside The Trap bar in southwest Charlotte in February was justified.

Lancaster Police Searching For Suspect In Fatal Shooting

Police are investigating a fatal shooting in Lancaster. Just before 11:30pm on April 9th, investigators say a woman called 911 and told dispatchers she was driving a man with a gunshot wound to a hospital in Lancaster.

York County Double Murder Victims Identified

According to officials, York County detectives are investigating a double murder and suicide that happened off of Yorkdale Road near Rock Hill.

CMPD Says March Homicide Suspect Arrested In Connecticut

A man currently in custody in Connecticut has been charged with the murder of a 37-year-old man in northwest Charlotte last month.

CMPD investigates deadly crash on Wilkinson Blvd

Police: Rock Hill Teen Arrested For Purposely Coughing On Officers

Rock Hill Police Officers have charged a 17-year-old, who was supposed to be self-quarantining, for purposely coughing on multiple officers after video evidence circulates on social media.

17-Year-Old Shot And Killed, Northeast Charlotte Homicide Investigation Underway

CMPD is conducting a homicide investigation in northeast Charlotte after 17-year-old Qa’dir Avery Alverest was shot and killed Tuesday night, police say.

WANTED: Michael Beach

The CMPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Michael Beach who is wanted for disabling his electronic monitor.

25 Victims Safe After Armed Suspect Shot Into Multiple Homes With Child Nearby

According to CMPD, a 30-year-old suspect has been charged with 21 felony offenses after an argument escalated to several south Charlotte homes being shot into, while his 1-year-old was nearby.

WANTED: Travis Jones

The CMPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Travis Jones who is wanted for disabling his electronic monitor.

Black Doctor Jailed Over $100 Bill Sues Charlotte, Police

A doctor who was jailed overnight in North Carolina after being accused of paying for a beer at a concert with a counterfeit $100 bill is suing, saying she was singled out for malicious prosecution because she’s African American.

Lincoln County Man Charged For Sexual Crimes Against Minor

Lincoln County deputies have arrested a man for sexual crimes against a minor.

Woman Found Dead In Salisbury Home, Suspicious Death Investigation Underway

The Salisbury Police Department is investigating a suspicious death after finding a 59-year-old woman deceased in her home.

CMPD Investigating After Woman Shot In East Charlotte

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating after a woman was shot in east Charlotte Monday evening.

Two Suspects Charged With Larceny Of Matthews Business

According to a news release, Matthews officers have arrested two suspects after responding to Conbraco Industries regarding a larceny in progress early Monday.

Major West Charlotte Crash Leaves 1 Dead, 2 Seriously Injured

CMPD responded to a single vehicle crash in West Charlotte early Monday that left one person dead and two seriously injured.

Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Bust In Iredell County

A traffic stop led to a felony drug arrest in Iredell County, according to a news release.

Sheriff: Five Shot, One Dead In Lancaster County

Deputies say five people were shot and one died after a shooting outside a home on Memorial Drive on the west side of Lancaster Sunday night.

Eight Protesters Arrested Outside East Charlotte Women's Clinic For Violating Stay At Home Order

CMPD released the names of the eight protesters who were charged on Saturday for violating the mass gathering order outside of a Charlotte abortion clinic. The order permits for no more than 10 people to be gathered as part of the North Carolina Stay at Home Order.

WANTED: Ricardo Aguilar

The CMPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Ricardo Aguilar who is wanted for disabling his electronic monitor.

Suspect Arrested In South Charlotte For Sexual Exploitation Of Minor

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department have charged a suspect for sexually exploiting a minor after an incident in South Charlotte.

Authorities Investigating Homicide After Man Found Shot Behind House In Albemarle

Police are investigating after a man was found shot to death behind an Albemarle residence on Friday.

Police Searching For Man Accused Of Shooting Into Gastonia Residence

Gastonia Police are asking for help locating a man wanted for attempted murder stemming from a shooting in February.

Juvenile Charged With Murder Of 16-Year-Old At East Charlotte Gas Station

The CMPD has charged a 16-year-old juvenile for the murder of 16-year-old Reginald Deveaux in east Charlotte Thursday night.

Police Searching For Ricardo Aguilar

Authorities say they are searching for Ricardo Aguilar who cut off his electronic monitoring device.

East Charlotte Business Manager Charged With Violating Stay At Home Order

CMPD have charged the manager of a day spa in east Charlotte for violating the North Carolina's Stay at Home Order.

Man Facing Drug, Weapons Charges Following Traffic Stop In Iredell County

A Statesville man has been arrested following a traffic stop that led to the discovery of marijuana and guns in Iredell County.

Second Suspect Charged For Murder Of Man Found On SC Gravel Road

The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office says a second person has been arrested in connection with the death of 17-year-old Logan Stacks.

Rowan County Man Charged With Beating Step-Father To Death

A Rowan County man is facing voluntary manslaughter charges after deputies say he beat his step-father to death.

Gaston County Police Arrest Suspects After Robbery, Car Chase

The Gaston County Police have arrested four suspects, including three juveniles, after a robbery and car chase.

Officers Looking For Suspect That Stole A Parked Running Vehicle

Lincoln County deputies are looking for a suspect that stole a parked vehicle that was left running outside a QuikTrip in Denver while the owner was inside the store.

CMPD: Three-Year-Old Accidentally Shot Himself In The Leg In West Charlotte

Police are investigating after a three-year-old accidentally shot himself in the leg in west Charlotte.

First North Carolina Inmate Tests Positive For Coronavirus

An offender at the minimum custody unit of the Caledonia Correctional Complex in Tillery has tested positive for coronavirus.

Gaston County Police Charge Two Suspects For Homicide, Victim Identified

The Gaston County Police have arrested and charged two suspects for murder after a hit-and-run incident turned into a homicide.

Suspect In Two Charlotte Robbery Cases Arrested

CMPD detectives, along with the FBI Safe Streets Task Force, have charged 54-year-old Mario Roane for his involvement in two bank robberies.

CMPD Says Domestic Violence Incidents Up 18%, Shooting Into Occupied Dwellings Up 80%

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department says domestic violence is up 18% for the month of March. They released the stats during a virtual news conference Wednesday.

3-Year-Old Wounded In Drive-By Shooting In Kannapolis

Kannapolis Police are investigating a drive-by shooting that left a 3-year-old suffering from life-threatening injuries, police said.

One Suspect Arrested, Another Wanted In Series Of Armed Robberies At McDonald's Across Charlotte

One suspect was arrested and another is wanted for a series of armed robberies that took place at several McDonald's restaurants across Charlotte, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.

Gastonia Police Looking For Kidnapping, Assault Suspect

The Gastonia Police Department is looking for a suspect who was charged in a domestic situation on Tuesday, March 31.

Lincoln County Deputies Arrest Man On Fraud Charges

Lincoln County deputies have charged a suspect wanted in connection to several fraud charges after a foot chase.

Bad Wig Bandit Bank Robbery Suspect Arrested At Fort Benning In Georgia

A suspect known as the 'Bad Wig Bandit' who was wanted in connection to several robberies around the Charlotte area has been arrested at Fort Benning in Georgia.

Police Investigating After Man Found Shot In Street Near Crashed Vehicle In Rock Hill

Police are investigating after a man was found shot near his crashed vehicle in Rock Hill on Monday night.

CMPD Asking For Public's Help Identifying Suspect In Robbery Case

Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are requesting the public’s assistance in a robbery from a north Charlotte business.

Suspect Charged In Deadly South Charlotte Stabbing Investigation

CMPD detectives have charged 37-year-old Daniel Pereyra-Nandayapa for the murder of Hector Cruz.

CMPD Investigating Fatal Shooting In Lincoln Heights Neighborhood Of Northwest Charlotte

Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are investigating a fatal shooting that happened Saturday evening in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood of northwest Charlotte.

Homicide Investigation In Statesville After Woman Found Lying In Street With Gunshot Wounds

The Statesville Police Department is investigating an early morning homicide after finding a 20-year-old lying in the street suffering from gunshot wounds.

A Bizzare Twist Connects Two Charlotte Murders

Bizarre Twist Connects Two Separate Murder Charlotte Cases

The man sitting in the Mecklenburg County jail accused in the murder of beloved Brooks Sandwich House owner Scott Brooks is now also accused in the murders of two more people.

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Charlotte Man Charged For Lincoln County Vehicle Break-Ins

A Charlotte man has been charged in connection with several vehicle break-ins at a business in eastern Lincoln County, according to a news release.

Man Arrested For Shooting Another Man In Face Near Marshville

Deputies say they arrested a 55-year-old man for shooting another man in the face following an argument at a party near Marshville.

Third Arrest Made After Man, Woman Found Dead In Vehicle In North Charlotte

CMPD have identified 33-year-old Terry Connor Jr. as the third suspect in the murders of Siojvon Joseph and Asa Shannon. Connor was already in police custody for the murder of Brooks' Sandwich House co-owner Scott Allen Brooks.

Sheriff: Woman Arrested After Leaving Newborn Baby In Plastic Bag Outside Marshville Home

A Marshville woman has been charged with attempted murder and child abuse after deputies say she abandoned her newborn baby boy outside her home Wednesday afternoon.

CMPD Needs Help Identifying Armed Robbery Suspect

Police say they need your help identifying an armed robbery suspect in northwest Charlotte.

Group Accused Of Impersonating Walmart Execs, Scamming $900K

A group of North Carolina counterfeiters has been accused of impersonating Walmart corporate executives and scamming multiple stores in several states out of about $900,000, court documents said.

Iredell County Deputies Arrest Two Suspects For Multiple Break-Ins

Iredell County deputies have arrested two suspects for the breaking and entering of vehicles as well as burglary of residences.

WANTED: Timothy O’Neal

The CMPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Timothy William O’Neal who is wanted for disabling his electronic monitor.

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Suspect Charged After Car Chase, Armed Robbery Of Hickory CVS

The Hickory Police Department have charged a suspect for an armed robbery of a CVS Pharmacy after a car chase.

Homicide Investigation Underway In Southwest Charlotte, Suspect Charged

CMPD Detectives have charged a suspect for their involvement in a southwest Charlotte homicide.

One Man Dead, Two Houses And Three Vehicles Shot Into In East Charlotte

CMPD is investigating a homicide after a man was fatally injured following two homes and multiple vehicles being shot into in east Charlotte.

No Charges For Officers Who Fatally Shot South Carolina Man

No charges will be filed against police officers in South Carolina who fatally shot a man outside a store where he was accused of shoplifting, the state’s attorney general announced.

Mother Of Infant Found Dead In Charlotte Cemetery Accused Of Murder

The mother of a 6-month-old boy who was found dead last month in a North Carolina cemetery has been charged with murder in his death, police said.

Local Man Arrested For Falsely Claiming He Had Coronavirus Inside Albemarle Walmart

From the stupid criminal file: a Carolina man arrested at a local Walmart, after announcing inside the store that he was coronavirus positive.

Rowan County Deputies Raid The Lucky Duck Café For Illegal Gambling

The Rowan County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at the Lucky Duck Café in Salisbury for illegal gambling and found multiple law violations. The business which appeared to be an arcade was actually an illegal gambling casino.

Boone Police Asking For Public's Help Identifying Two Robbery Suspects

The Boone Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects who robbed a Circle K Gas Station.

Morganton Man Sentenced To Life After Killing A 57-Year-Old Neighbor

According to a news release, a Morganton man has been sentenced to life in prison for the first-degree murder of a 57-year-old man. The Burke County jury needed less than half an hour to make this decision.

Homicide Investigation Underway After Victim Shot, Killed While Being Treated In Ambulance

The suspect in the south Charlotte homicide investigation has been charged with murder after a victim was shot and killed while being treated by MEDIC.

Suspect In North Charlotte Homicide Case Located, Arrested In Georgia

According to CMPD, the suspect involved in a north Charlotte homicide has been located and arrested in Georgia.

CMPD Says No Charges Filed In East Charlotte Homicide

Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department say they are investigating a domestic related homicide in east Charlotte.

Wanted Felon Captured Following Chase In Iredell County

A fugitive who was wanted on several felony charges was arrested following a chase in Iredell County.

Teen Arrested For Stonebridge Subdivision Thefts In Union County

Deputies say they arrested an 18-year-old teenager for several thefts that happened in the Stonebridge neighborhood off Doster Road in Union County.

Suspect Charged With Murder For Homicide That Occurred Late Saturday Night

According to a news release, CMPD have charged a suspect for the murder of 19-year-old Antwon Risher after locating the suspect vehicle associated with the case.

Police Investigating Fatal Hit And Run

Authorities are investigating a fatal hit and run involving a pedestrian that occurred on Parkton Road Thursday, March 5th.

Police Searching For Gerald Laney

Police are searching for Gerald Laney who is wanted for Larceny of a Motor Vehicle, Felony Breaking and Entering, Larceny, Damage to Property and Interfering with an Electronic Monitoring Device.

Suspect In Two Robbery Cases Arrested By Albemarle Police

The Albemarle Police Department have made an arrest in connection to two robbery cases from December.

DA's Office: CMPD Officers Justified In Deadly Officer-Involved Shooting Near Epicenter

A report from the Mecklenburg County District Attorney's Office says two Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officers were justified in a deadly officer-involved shooting that happened outside the Epicenter on Friday, November 15th, 2019.

Two People Injured After Assault, Stabbing Incident

Two people were injured due to an assault and stabbing incident that happened in Lincolnton.

Man Charged For Sex Crimes With Child

According to Gaston County Police, a man has been charged with multiple sex offenses involving a child.

Man Charged For Secret Peeping On Minor In Gaston County After Cameras Found In Bathroom

Gaston County Police have charged a suspect for secret peeping on a minor after a recording device was found in a bathroom, officials say.

Three People Found Dead Following SWAT Situation In Huntersville

Three people are dead after a shooting at a Huntersville home Friday morning, according to the Huntersville Police Department.

Second Suspect Charged With Murder After Man Died In Northeast Charlotte Shooting

CMPD has now charged a second suspect for the murder of Lamar McNeil, who died as a result of a shooting that happened at a northeast Charlotte apartment.

Suspect Officially Charged In Fatal West Charlotte Hit-And-Run Investigation

James Winston, the suspect in the case, has been released from the hospital and transferred to the Mecklenburg County Jail.

Mistakenly Released Inmate From Gaston County Located

According the Gaston County Police Department, Kyle Auten, who was mistakenly released from Gaston County Jail in February, has been located.

Mother Of Teen Shot In West Charlotte Says Daughter Was Targeted

19-year-old Brianna Stephenson died Monday from her injuries

Teenager Dies Following Drive-By Shooting In West Charlotte

The 19-year-old victim of a drive-by shooting in west Charlotte has died due to her injuries. Stephenson was pronounced dead on March 9. This case is now being investigated as a homicide.

Family Asks For Public’s Help After Man Dies In Rock Hill Police Custody

On Monday night the family of a man who died in police custody in Rock Hill raised money to conduct their own autopsy.

WANTED: Jeremiah Fincher

The CMPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Jeremiah Fincher who is wanted for disabling his electronic monitor.

WANTED: Billy Simpson

The CMPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Billy Simpson who is wanted for disabling his electronic monitor.

Burke County Man Arrested After Stealing Car Parts

Burke County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest on a suspect who was stealing metal car parts to exchange for cash.

Mecklenburg County Public Health Department Provides COVID-19 Update

The Mecklenburg County Public Health Department provided an update on the county's preparations and response to COVID-19 after an announcement that a confirmed case of the virus passed through the CLT Airport.