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5 Charged In Lancaster County Drug Raid

Lancaster County deputies have charged five suspects following a drug raid Friday morning.

One Arrested, Another Wanted After 80-Year-Old Woman's Purse Is Stolen

One of the suspects wanted by CMPD after an 80-year-old woman's purse was snatched Monday afternoon has been arrested.

Six People Arrested In Lincoln County On Drug Charges Following Grand Jury Indictments

Six people are facing drug charges following indictments handed down by the August 2018 Lincoln County Grand Jury.

Police Investigating Residential Break-Ins, Larceny Of Trailer From Statesville Roofing

Several homes in the area of Carolina Avenue in Statesville have been broken into over the past few days.

Investigators Have More Questions After Body of Missing Boy Found in Creek

An emotional end to the search for 6-yr-old Maddox Ritch. The missing boy's body, found in a creek not far from where he was reported missing.

CMPD Still Seeking Info On August West Charlotte Homicide

More than a month after 21-year-old Torriano Devonte Joyce was shot to death in west Charlotte, CMPD is still seeking information on a possible suspect.

Deputies: Father Fatally Shot Daughter's Boyfriend After Assault

A 44-year-old man died overnight Monday after reportedly being shot on Maplewood Avenue by his girlfriend's father.

Suspect Wanted In Hickory In Armed Robbery

Police are trying to identify a man wanted for robbing a CVS at gunpoint on Wednesday.

Search Crews Discover Body Believed To Be Six-Year-Old Maddox Ritch

Search crews have found a body believed to be Maddox Ritch, the six-year-old boy who was last seen at Rankin Lake Park in Gastonia on Saturday on Saturday, September 22, 2018.

Search Underway For Suspect Who Broke Into Car, Used Stolen Debit Card To Make Purchases

Deputies are searching for a man who broke into a car, stole a woman's purse and used her debit card to purchase several, pre-paid VISA cards from a store in Lincolnton.

Man Arrested After Forcing Himself Onto CMS Bus, Assaulting Student

A man is facing charges after he forced himself onto a Charlotte-Mecklenburg School bus and assaulted a student on Wednesday.

CMPD Releases Crime Stats That Show Improvements Both Needed And Made

New crime stats out released Wednesday by CMPD show homicides are down 32 percent in the first nine months of this year.

Traffic Stop Leads To Cash And Meth Seizure In Statesville

Police seized nearly $2,000 in cash and more than a dozen grams of a methamphetamine during a traffic stop Wednesday.

Wanted By CMPD: Traevon Newman

Police are looking for 28-year-old Traevon Newman who is wanted on multiple charges.

Suspect Charged In Deadly West Charlotte Shooting

A teen was shot and killed in west Charlotte Sunday evening.

Police Charge Suspect In Salisbury Park Double Murder, Two Still Wanted

Salisbury Police have charged 33-year-old Willie Williams, Jr. in connection to the August 3rd murders of Sabrina Curzi and Darryl Wright.

Waxhaw Man Accused Of Sending Inappropriate Snapchats To Teens

Union County deputies have arrested a man they say was sending inappropriate videos and photos to several teenage girls via Snapchat.

Ten Gang Members Arrested After Shooting In Fort Mill

Ten people have been arrested in connection with a September 19th shooting on Drewsky Lane in Fort Mill.

CMPD Asking For Help Identifying Robbery Suspect

The CMPD is asking for assistance identifying an armed robbery suspect.

Mother Makes Emotional Plea in Search For 6-Year-Old Maddox Ritch

A mother's emotional plea to find her missing son. The FBI is now offering a $10,000 reward in the Maddox Ritch case.

Fraud Suspect Wanted By CMPD

Police are looking for a suspect accused of stealing a victim's financial information.

"I Just Want My Baby Home" | Mother Of Maddox Ritch Speaks Out For The First Time

The mother of a missing 6-year-old Gastonia boy spoke out for the first time Tuesday during an official news conference with local and federal authorities.

Suspect Charged With Firing Shots In Parking Lot Of East Charlotte Elementary School

CMPD says Devontrez Moore, 25, has been charged in connection to a shooting that took place Monday in the parking lot of Lawrence Orr Elementary.

Burke County Inmate Found Dead In His Cell

An inmate at the Burke County Jail was found dead in his cell Saturday just hours after an argument with a fellow prisoner.

Man Wearing Clown Mask Robs Two Concord Businesses

Police are investigating after a man wearing a clown mask robbed two businesses in Concord over the weekend.

Woman Stabbed To Death In West Charlotte; Suspect And Victim Identified

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department have identified the victim and suspect after a woman was stabbed to death in west Charlotte Saturday morning.

Man Charged With Making False Bomb Threat At Epicenter

A man has been charged with making a false bomb threat following an incident at the Epicenter in Charlotte early Sunday morning.

UNCC Basketball Player Suspended After Arrest

A UNC Charlotte basketball player is suspended after he was arrested for assault.

Booking Photo Sparks Excessive Force Controversy

A controversial photo swirling around social media is sparking concerns for Stanly County residents. A mug shot shows an Oakboro Police Officer with his hands around a man's neck.

Hickory Police Seek Suspect In Armed Robbery Case

Police are looking for the suspect they say robbed a local convenience store Thursday night.

Search Warrant Leads To Large Drug Bust

The Union County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at a home early Thursday morning.

A 12-Year-Old Boy Caught In Crossfire Waiting At A School Bus Stop In North Charlotte

As the boy recovers in the hospital, one man is in custody and police are searching for a second suspect.

13-Year-Old Charged With Series Of Armed Robberies, Including 2 Shootings

A 13-year-old juvenile has been charged in connection to a series of Charlotte armed robberies.

Police: Suspect Charged After 12-Year-Old Boy Shot In North Charlotte While Waiting For School Bus

A 12-year-old boy was shot in north Charlotte early Thursday while he was waiting on the school bus.

Charlotte Homicide Suspect Arrested In Virginia

A man wanted in connection to Monday night's deadly south Charlotte shooting has been arrested in Virginia.

Boiling Springs Double Shooting Suspect Surrenders In Charlotte

A man wanted in connection to a double shooting earlier this week has turned himself in to authorities.

Former Lincoln County Daycare Worker Convicted Of Child Abuse

A former Denver daycare worker has been found guilty of Misdemeanor Child Abuse.

Charlotte JROTC Instructor Charged With Sexual Assault Involving Students

A JROTC instructor at Independence High School is facing several charges related to the sexual assault of two students.

Officials: Gaston County High School Student Had Hit List Of Teachers, Students

A Gaston County high school student is facing charges after police say he made a hit list and threatened fellow students and teachers.

Monroe Police To Assist Boiling Springs Lake In Aftermath Of Hurricane Florence

Nine police officers from the City of Monroe Police Department will be heading to Boiling Springs Lake in eastern North Carolina with equipment to assist law enforcement in the aftermath of Hurricane Florence.

Kannapolis Man Faces Multiple Charges In Connection To Homicide Involving 67-Year-Old Woman

Three more charges have been filed against 37-year-old Brandon Hodges who was recently arrested for murdering 67-year-old Wanda Kennedy, deputies say.

Man Faces Charges After Armed Robbery, Shooting In South Charlotte Overnight

Police are investigating an armed robbery and shooting that occurred in South Charlotte on Tuesday.

Deputies: Stolen Motorcycle Chase Reaches Speeds Up To 90 MPH

A suspect was arrested on multiple charges Thursday morning after leading Burke County deputies on a 25 mile chase that reportedly reached speeds up to 90 mph.

Statesville Man Faces Multiple Drug, Weapon Charges Following Friday Raid

A man was arrested early Friday morning when Statesville Police Department Narcotics Investigators executed search warrants on his S. Tradd Street home.

Shotgun Wielding Suspect Wanted For Statesville Armed Robbery

Police are looking for a suspect in connection to an armed robbery late Sunday night.

SWAT Raid Results In Drug Arrest

SWAT and Narcotic Agents with the Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office and Lenoir Police Department executed a drug search warrant in Lenoir, NC.

Student Arrested For Bringing Loaded Gun To Vance High School

Officials with CMS say a student was caught with a loaded gun and drugs at Vance High School.

Driver Charged After Three People Killed In Multi-Vehicle Accident In South Charlotte

Three people are dead following an accident involving three cars at the intersection of South Tryon Street and Woodlawn Road in Charlotte on September 2nd. Now, the driver accused of causing the accident is behind bars.

Employee Robbed Of Security Deposits At Rock Hill Business, Suspect On The Loose

An employee of the National Tire and Battery Store was robbed while making a security deposit for the business on Monday.

Suspect Arrested After Double Shooting In Boiling Springs

A manhunt is underway after two people were shot at an apartment complex in Boiling Springs on Monday.

Three People Shot At North Charlotte Gas Station Following Argument

An argument led to a triple shooting in north Charlotte late Monday.

Search Underway For Suspect Who Shot, Killed Man Inside Truck In South Charlotte

Police found a man dead inside a truck at an apartment complex parking lot in South Charlotte Monday night.

CMPD Needs Help Identifying Robbery Suspect

CMPD is asking for the public's assistance in identifying a robbery suspect.

Power Outages By County In North And South Carolina

Duke Energy crews are working to restore power for residents across the Carolinas.

Lincolnton Police Searching For Two Wallet Thieves

Officers with the Lincolnton Police Department are searching for two people who they say stole a wallet in Gaston County.

Woman, Baby Shot In East Charlotte Apartment Expected To Be Okay

A woman and a baby were shot at a southeast Charlotte apartment overnight.

Second Arrest Made In 2014 Murder In East Charlotte

A second suspect has been charged in the 2014 murder of Romon Antionio Williams.

Man Shot After Taking Hostages At Salisbury Harris Teeter Released From Hospital, Arrested

The man who was shot by a police officer after taking five people hostage at a Salisbury Harris Teeter in July has been arrested by police, following his release from the hospital.

Substitute Teacher Accused Of Soliciting A Minor

Authorities say a Lancaster man was arrested Thursday and charged with Criminal Solicitation of a Minor.

Police: Two Men Charged After Robbing Harrisburg Wells Fargo Last Month

Two men are arrested after authorities say they worked together to rob a bank last month in Harrisburg.

Search Underway For Two Men Involved In Kings Mountain Armed Robbery

A man was held at gunpoint and robbed in Kings Mountain early Friday.

Burke County Man Indicted On Sex Crimes Involving Children

A 61-year-old Burke County man has been indicted on several sex related crimes involving children.

Suspect Arrested For Overnight Vehicle Break-In, Gun Theft

CMPD has charged a man they say broke into a vehicle and stole a gun while the owner slept overnight Thursday.

Former Burke County Narcotics Lieutenant Indicted On Embezzlement Charges

A former Lieutenant with the Burke County Narcotics Task Force has been indicted for allegedly embezzling thousands of dollars in drug funds.

Three Suspects Wanted For Lancaster Gun Store Burglary

Police in Lancaster need help identifying three suspects wanted in connection to a gun store burglary on September 10th.

York County Man Facing Child Porn Charges

A Rock Hill man is facing several child pornography charges following his arrest on September 11th.

Wanted By CMPD: Timothy Hughes

CMPD is asking for help locating 55-year-old Timothy Hughes, who is wanted on multiple charges.

Two Suspects Charged In Shooting, Armed Robbery Near Uptown

CMPD has charged two suspects in connection to an armed robbery and shooting that occurred just outside of Uptown.

Shooting In North Charlotte Under Investigation After Man Shows Up At Hospital

CMPD is investigating a shooting after a man arrived at the hospital with multiple gunshot wounds.

Police: Man Shot In Leg, Suspect Arrested

A man was shot in the leg in south Charlotte early Wednesday.

Police Charge Suspect In South Charlotte Homicide

CMPD has charged Daquan Thompson, 20, with the murder of Decario Bethea.

Two Suspects Charged In July East Charlotte Homicide

CMPD has charged Rodwyn Taylor, 30, and Brinton Bertha Jr., 17, with the July 16th shooting death of Psi'keem Walker.

Employee Shot During Armed Robbery, Sent To Hospital With Serious Injuries

A man was sent to the hospital with serious injuries after an armed robbery in south Charlotte.

CMPD Seeks Info On July South Charlotte Shooting Suspect

Police are trying to identify a man wanted in connection to a shooting on July 1.

SCHP Seeks Info On Deadly York County Hit And Run

The South Carolina Highway Patrol is seeking information on a deadly hit and run accident that happened early Sunday morning.

Wells Fargo Robbery Suspect Wanted By CMPD, FBI

CMPD and the FBI are looking for a suspect wanted in connection to a Wells Fargo robbery in northeast Charlotte.

Police Release Photos Of Possible Suspect Vehicle In Cornelius Homicide

Police release new traffic camera photos of what is believed to be the suspect vehicle connected to a September 3rd homicide.

Man Wanted For Armed Robbery In Kings Mountain

Police are looking for a man they say robbed a convenience store at gunpoint Saturday morning.

Statesville Man Reportedly Gives Marijuana Brownies To Children

On Sunday, Sheriff deputies responded to a call of a possible drug overdose at a home in North Iredell.

Police Make Third Arrest In Christopher Easter Homicide

The Lincolnton Police Department has made a third arrest in connection to the murder of Christopher Easter.

CMPD Looking For Man Photographed Making Unauthorized Transaction At ATM

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police is seeking assistance identifying a suspect wanted for financial fraud.

CMPD Makes Arrest In Cold Case Double Homicide

Police have charged a suspect in connection to the 2009 double homicide involving a woman and her baby.

Mecklenburg County Deputy Fired After Being Charged With DWI

The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office says a deputy was fired Friday following an arrest for DWI and carrying a concealed handgun.

South Iredell Student Arrested For Bringing Gun On Campus

A South Iredell High School student has been charged with possession of a firearm on a school campus.

York County Detention Officer Fired For Having Sexual Encounter With Inmate

A York County Detention Officer has been fired for having a sexual encounter with a female inmate, according to a news release.

Accused Drug Dealer Charged With Murder In Connection To Deadly Overdose In Caldwell County

Deputies say they arrested an accused drug dealer in connection to an overdose death in Caldwell County.

Catawba Man Charged With Child Sexual Assault

A Catawba man is facing charges after deputies say he sexually assaulted a female child several years ago.

Gaston Co. Board of Commissioners Will Ask Grant to Resign

A Gaston County Commissioner pleads guilt to assault on a female, and has said he will not step down from his elected position. Now, his victim speaks out, and so do his fellow commissioners.

CMPD Investigating West Charlotte Shooting

Police are investigating a shooting that sent one person to the hospital Thursday night.

Investigators Seek Answers After Man Shoots Two People, Then Himself At York County Gas Station

Three men shot at a busy York County gas station, in broad daylight. Police say 25-year-old Darryl Ray Hinson Jr., of Rock Hill, is accused of shooting two men in the parking lot of Exxon Mobile On The Run Thursday, before turning the gun on himself. Police want to know why.

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