K9 officer helps capture wanted man in Monroe
K9 Bolo is credited with capturing a suspect accused of running from Monroe Police officers over the weekend.Β
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Victim identified in fatal Uptown Charlotte shooting
Police have identified the man shot and killed in Uptown Charlotte over the weekend.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 21st
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Monroe Police officers honored in ATL for helping dismantle multi-state vehicle theft ring
Two Monroe Police officers received an award in Atlanta for their help in dismantling a multi-state vehicle theft ring, according to a news release.
Gaston County Mugshots September 21st
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Loved ones raising money for 4-year-old homicide victim
Loved ones are raising money to support a grandmother who lost her grandson in a southwest Charlotte shooting. Police say 4-year-old Jayce Edwards was in bed around 6:00am last Wednesday morning when a group fired shots into his home while stealing a car.
Police investigating deadly shooting in Uptown
Police are investigating a deadly shooting at a nightclub in Uptown.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 20th
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Gaston County Mugshots September 20th
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Arrest made after deadly arcade shooting
Charges have been filed after a deadly shooting in Uptown Charlotte.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 19th
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Gaston County Mugshots September 19th
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Owner of stolen French Bulldog takes parents of thieves to civil court
Jayla Gittens decided to take the matter to civil court last week. Suing the parents of the teens involved. The lawsuit gives them until Sunday to give Julio back or pay $2,000 for her dog.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 18th
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Gaston County Mugshots September 18th
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Veteran paralayzed in CATS bus attack calling for increased security
James Godfrey feels forgotten by Charlotte city officials after he was attacked on a CATS bus six months ago. It left the homeless Navy veteran paralyzed.
Four arrested after 4-year-old killed in southwest Charlotte during alleged crime spree
Four people face murder charges after a four-year-old boy was shot and killed Wednesday morning in southwest Charlotte.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 17th
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Gaston County Mugshots September 17th
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Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 16th
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Gaston County Mugshots September 16th
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Gaston County Mugshots September 15th
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Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 15th
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Homicide investigation underway in Charlotte
Charlotte Police are conducting a homicide investigation after an early morning shooting that left a man dead and a woman seriously injured
New Lawsuit accuses City of Charlotte of negligence in fatal transit center shooting
The family of a man shot and killed at Charlotte's Transit Center says more should have been done to keep the area safe. A new lawsuit accuses the City of Charlotte and Professional Police [Security] Services of negligence leading to death.
Morganton man charged in double homicide house fire
An arrest has been made in a double homicide house fire in Burke County.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 14th
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Gaston County Mugshots September 14th
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Rock Hill man convicted for speedway murder
A Rock Hill man is going to prison for killing a man during a race at Lancaster Motor Speedway.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 13th
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Gaston County Mugshots September 13th
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Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 12th
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Gaston County Mugshots September 12th
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Texas man convicted for traveling to Charlotte to engage in sexual activity with a child
A federal jury in Charlotte returned a guilty verdict against a Texas man for traveling to Charlotte to engage in sexual activity with a child, according to U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson.
Police: Gastonia woman arrested on nearly two dozen felony charges for trafficking fentanyl
A woman from Gastonia is facing 23 felony charges for trafficking more than 3,000 illicit pressed pills and over 250 grams of fentanyl powder, according to Gaston County Police.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 11th
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Deadly stabbing witness speaks out about ongoing safety fears
A woman who witnessed the brutal light rail stabbing is speaking out. The woman paints the picture of the chaos she saw back on August 22nd and the ongoing security concerns riding the light rail.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 10th
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FBI releases images of person of interest in Charlie Kirk shooting
The FBI has released photos of a person of interest in Charlie Kirkβs shooting as investigators appeal to the public for tips.
Federal Transit Administration launches investigation into CATS' security spending & safety plans following deadly stabbing of Ukrainian refugee on Charlotte light rail
The investigation will review the transit agency's security spending, safety plans, and ongoing risks to operators and customers being assaulted on the system, according to a news release.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 9th
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Gaston County Mugshots September 9th
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Justice Department charges suspect in deadly light rail stabbing with federal crime
The suspect in the deadly light rail stabbing in Charlotte faces a new federal charge connected to the attack, according to the Justice Department.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 8th
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Gaston County Mugshots September 8th
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"Some would say that the mayor is an idiot:" Vi Lyles criticized for suggesting "compassion" for light rail murder suspect
Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles is now getting ripped not just locally, but on a national level, for her response to the deadly light rail stabbing.
The Edge: Kelly Davis explains why she confronted her husband's alleged mistress
Kelly Davis, estranged wife of former Carolina Panthers player Thomas Davis, was arrested a few days ago for allegedly assaulting a woman in Charlotte on August 26th. Davis faces one count of misdemeanor assault and battery.
President Trump weighs in on deadly light rail stabbing, new safety measures planned
The brutal murder of a woman on Charlotte's Light Rail Train is now getting national attention with President Trump weighing in. Close to two weeks after the murder, Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles is announcing new safety measures after initially seeming to defend the suspect.
Multiple businesses broken into at popular shopping center
New video shows a startling smash and grab that happened fast. Surveillance video shows two cars pull up next to the Dolce Lusso hair salon at 1:47 Saturday morning in the empty parking lot of the park road shopping center.
Deadly Light Rail stabbing in Charlotte gets attention of President Trump and other top officials
President Trump sent his love to the family of a 23-year-old war fled Ukrainian who was stabbed to death on a commuter train in Charlotte.
Arrest made in Waxhaw bank robbery
Police in Waxhaw say they have caught a bank robber.
Arrest made in major fentanyl bust
A four-month operation between police and the North Carolina SBI led to a major fentanyl bust in Gastonia.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 6th
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Gaston County Mugshots September 6th
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Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 5th
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Gaston County Mugshots September 5th
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CATS releases surveillance video of deadly light rail stabbing
A shocking murder that rocked South End. Video released by cats on Friday shows Iryna Zarutska walk on the train and sit down in front of her accused killer, Decarlos Brown, on August 22nd.
Comedian Jon Reep facing felony sexual exploitation of a minor charges in Hickory
Comedian Jon Reep, a Hickory native, is facing numerous felony charges of sexual exploitation of a minor, according to Hickory Police.
Iredell County man facing ten felony charges of sexual exploitation of a minor
Authorities say a CyberTip led to the arrest of a man from Harmony for numerous felony sexual exploitation of a minor charges.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 4th
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Gaston County Mugshots September 4th
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Waxhaw Police searching for bank robbery suspect
Officers say they received a 911 call in reference to a robbery at the State Employeesβ Credit Union on South Providence Road Thursday afternoon.
Large scale law enforcement training exercises planned in Charlotte
Authorities say training is a critical part of ensuring public safety, allowing agencies to strengthen coordination, enhance preparedness and improve the ability to respond effectively to real world incidents.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots September 3rd
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Gaston County Mugshots September 3rd
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CATS Officials will focus on fare enforcement, camera upgrades, and hiring more officers
Charlotte Area Transit officials say they were actively enhancing security when Iryna Zarutska was stabbed to death by a stranger on the LYNX Blue Line on August 22nd.
Gaston County Mugshots September 2nd
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Riders weigh in on safety after deadly train stabbing
A deadly attack on the light rail has many people calling for changes to make public transportation in Charlotte safer. The Metropolitan Transit Commission is hosting a special meeting Wednesday morning at 9am to discuss safety and security on public transit.
Two teens arrested after 16-year-old boy shot and killed trying to save his aunt in drive-by shooting
Police say two teens have been charged with murder following a drive-by shooting that killed 16-year-old Tyshaun Stokes in northeast Charlotte.
Outpriced NFL fans turn to counterfeit merch - Carolina Panthers rank #27 for demand!
The NFL is set to resume imminently, much to the excitement of fans all across the world. However, one aspect of American Football that is suppressing supporters enthusiasm ahead of the new season is the cost of an NFL jersey.Β
Gaston County Mugshots September 1st
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City officials asking community for feedback on the next police chief
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings is retiring. The City of Charlotte has launched a nationwide search for his replacement and they are asking for community feedback in a new survey.
New hands-free driving law goes into effect
On Labor Day, law enforcement officers around South Carolina are working to keep drivers off their phones.
Man found shot at park in Fort Mill
Police in Fort Mill are investigating after a man was found shot to death at a local park.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots August 30th
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Gaston County Mugshots August 30th
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Salisbury Police investigating reported home invasion, shooting
Police are investigating a reported home invasion and shooting in Salisbury.
Teacher arrested for child sex crimes in Cabarrus County
A teacher with the Cabarrus County School District is facing charges of statutory sex offense of a child and indecent liberties with a minor.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots August 29th
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Judge denies bond for accused light rail killer
A sweet angel. That's how Iryna Zarutska's uncle described the 23-year-old stabbing victim Friday morning in court, as he asked the judge to deny bond to her accused killer, Decarlos Brown.
Gaston County Mugshots August 28th
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Surry Co., NC Board of Elections chair charged with child abuse, resigns from his position
Police in Wilmington arrested James Yokeley earlier this month, after he told them he found pills in ice cream he bought at a Dairy Queen for his two granddaughters. Investigators say it was Yokeley himself who put the pills in the ice cream.
CMPD officers shoot, hit suspect who they say fired shots toward them
Investigators say 20-year-old Benny Hall fired multiple shots "toward the direction" of officers, who fired back. Hall was hit, and taken to the hospital.
One person shot inside business office near Cotswold Shopping Center
Police are investigating after someone was shot in south Charlotte, across the street from the Cotswold Village Shopping Center.
One person seriously injured after police shooting in Charlotte
CMPD is investigating a police shooting that sent one person to the hospital with serious injuries Thursday morning
Iredell Co. Sheriff's deputies say missing 8-month-old baby has been found and is safe
The Iredell County Sheriff's Office says 30-year-old Carmen Edith Rodriguez is accused of taking her daughter, 8-month-old Samantha Roetzel, without custodial rights.
Minneapolis police: shooting at Catholic school has left 3 dead, including shooter, and 17 injured
A shooting Wednesday at a Minneapolis Catholic school has killed two children as they prayed and injured 17 other people, 14 of them kids.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots August 26th
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CMPD investigating shooting in west Charlotte
One person is seriously hurt after a shooting Tuesday night
Gaston County Mugshot August 26th
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Gaston County Police charge man with sex assault involving a child
45-year-old Jon Pittman is accused of raping a child under 15. He's being held behind bars in the Gaston County jail on a $750,000 bond.
Palisades High School parents arrested, charged after bringing weapons on campus
Arrest records show 38-year-old Regina Mungin carried a gun on campus, and officers say they later found another one in her car. 43-year-old Miquel Williams is accused of carrying a pocket knife on campus.
Charlotte city leaders question CATS safety after murder on light rail
The Queen City's crown seems tarnished after more deadly violence in the city. This time it was the murder of a woman in South End, a prime area for Friday nightlife.
Gaston County Mugshot August 25th
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1 dead, 1 hurt in Gaston County shooting
Gaston County police are investigating a shooting that left one person dead and another hurt.
Two arrested in Burke County homicide investigation
Two men are charged with second-degree murder after a homicide in Burke County.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots August 23rd
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Gaston County Mugshots August 23rd
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Arrest made after deadly stabbing on light rail train
Police have made an arrest after a deadly stabbing inside of a light rail train in South End on Friday night.
Former Mecklenburg County Court employee and youth volleyball coach accused of paying underage girls for explicit photos
43-year-old Kent Matzinger was arrested after an investigation in Texas revealed he was allegedly attempting to buy the images and videos over Instagram.
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