Local Crime

Police: Suspect Fires More than 30 Shots at Officers

A third deadly shooting involving a CMPD officer in less than two weeks.

Man Leads Police On Chase Through Two Counties

A man is in custody after leading police on a chase through two North Carolina counties.

Woman Arrested For Sneaking Drugs Into Prison For Boyfriend

Deputies say a woman has been charged after she tried to sneak drugs into a prison for her boyfriend.

TSA: Number of Firearms Found in Carry-On Bags on the Rise

The TSA is finding more firearms in carry-on bags at airports. Across the country, there was a double digit increase from 2014 to 2015. We tracked the numbers here in Charlotte.

New Details in CMPD Officer Shooting

Eight CMPD officers are on administrative leave after shooting and killing a man while trying to serve an arrest warrant Sunday night.

City Council Member Calls for More Officers

One city council member told WCCB Charlotte that the city needs at least 90 more officers, as crime hot spots are now spreading to other areas.

Police Searching For Fort Mill Gun Shop Thieves

Police need help identifying two suspects accused of stealing guns from a gun shop in Fort Mill.

Man Arrested For Sexual Assaulting Two Children

Police say they arrested a man for sexually assaulting two children.

Police Release More Details On West Charlotte Officer-Involved Shooting

CMPD released the name of the man killed by police and the name of the officer injured in a west Charlotte shooting.

2 In Custody After Car Jacking And Attempted Armed Robbery

Deputies have arrested two people following a car jacking and attempted armed robbery early Sunday morning in Rowan County.

Human bones found in Iredell County woods

Authorities are trying to identify human bones found in the woods of Iredell County.

Two Shot in Busy Charlotte Intersection

A shootout in a busy North Charlotte intersection New Years Day. Local police heard the gunshots and stopped it in progress. CMPD says quick reaction by officers may have prevented the first murder of 2016.

Gastonia's First Murder of 2016 Under Investigation

Police in Gastonia are investigating the first murder of the year off Jefferson Avenue.

Two men arrested after Union Co. break-in

Union County Sheriff's deputies arrested two men after deputies say they broke into a home in Marshville.

Police: Man arrested after stealing, wrecking patrol car

A man is in custody today after police say he stole and wrecked an officer's patrol car early Friday morning.

Gaston Co. Murder Suspect Arrested in Charlotte

A man was found dead in the trunk of a burning car in Gaston County. CMPD has arrested a suspect, saying the murder happened here in Charlotte.

Police Searching For Wanted Man

Police are searching for a man who is wanted on outstanding warrants.

Police: Body found in Gaston Co. may be connected to Charlotte shooting

A body found in a burning vehicle in Gaston County may be connected to a shooting in Charlotte, according to police.

Man Wanted for Lancaster Murder Arrested 1 Year Later

It's taken more than a year, but a man wanted for murdering his girlfriend in Lancaster is in jail.

Gastonia Family Mourns 21-Month-Old Riley

Heartbreaking news for a Gaston County family. A toddler struck in a hit and run accident at her home has died from her extensive injuries. Police say they've identified the driver, but no charges have been filed.

Police: Men Wanted For Breaking Into Store On Christmas Day

Police need help locating two breaking and entering suspects in west Charlotte.

Lincolnton Mother Charged With Involuntary Manslaughter After Child Found Dead

Police have charged a mother with involuntary manslaughter after her six-month-old was found dead on Christmas Eve.

Lincoln Co. Sheriff looking for armed robbers

The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office is investigating an armed robbery at the Dollar General on NC Business 16 South.

Mother Arrested After Baby Found Dead Inside Home

Patricia Ginyard says her neighbor Jason Allen is heartbroken over the death of his 6-month-old boy.

Brothers Charged with Child Abuse, Assault

Two Statesville brothers face child abuse and assault charges after a knife fight.

Two Men Accused Of Robbing Several Charlotte Businesses

Police say they arrested two men wanted for robbing several businesses in Charlotte.

Correctional Officer arrested after trying to provide marijuana to inmate

The Polkton Police Department responded to the Brown Creek Correctional Institution after an officer was unable to pass through electronic security early Monday morning.

Police: Son Shot Father To Death During Fight

Police say a man killed his father during a fight at a home in Albemarle.

Arrest made in Rowan Co. armed robbery

A man has been arrested in connection to an armed robbery in Rowan County earlier this month.

Lincoln Co. Sheriff investigating death of 6-month-old

Lincoln County Sheriff's detectives are investigating the death of a sixth-month-old boy Christmas Eve night.

Northlake Shooting Victim Had History of Violence

We now know more about the man shot inside Northlake Mall on Christmas Eve.

Police: Fight Sparks North Carolina Mall Shooting; 1 Killed

A shooting at a North Carolina mall sent shoppers fleeing into stores, some locking themselves inside, on Christmas Eve, but police say the incident was sparked by a long-running feud and was not a random act of violence.

Police Looking For 2 Suspects Following Overnight Robbery

Police are looking for two suspects they say robbed a 7-Eleven in Pineville overnight.

Update: Northlake Mall Shooting

Police say Daquan Westbrook, 18, is the man an off-duty CMPD officer shot at Northlake mall Thursday.

Off-Duty Officers Secure Malls Year-Round

Veteran CMPD Det. Gary McFadden says Northlake Mall uses off-duty officers year-round to help keep shoppers safe.

Police investigating deadly shooting at Northlake Mall

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a deadly officer-involved shooting at Northlake Mall Thursday afternoon.

Arrest Made After Multiple Thefts From Denver Walmart

Police have arrested a Dallas, NC man following a string of thefts from a Denver Walmart.

4 Arrested In Rock Hill Drive By Shooting

Police have arrested four people following a drive by shooting in Rock Hill early Wednesday morning.

Suspect Sought In Gastonia Robbery

Gastonia Police need help locating the suspect who robbed the Dollar General on Cox road Wednesday night.

Police Arrest Suspect In Rock Hill Motel Robbery

Police in Rock Hill are looking for a suspect they say robbed the Days Inn on Riverview Road this morning.

Holiday Surprise for Mom Who Shot Intruders

Christmas came early Wednesday for the Charlotte mother who shot back at intruders while feeding her baby.

Matthews PD to Receive Body Cameras

A spokesperson says the department will receive 55 new cameras in late January or early February.

Toddler In Hospital After Hit And Run

Gastonia police are investigating a hit and run that sent a 19-month-old girl to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

UPDATE: Victim ID'd In Northwest Charlotte Shooting

Police are investigating the shooting death of a man that happened on Brookshire Boulevard early Wednesday morning.

Suspect Arrested After Night Of Robbery, Kidnapping, And More, According To Police

Police have arrested Darryll Adkins, III on multiple charges stemming from a series of events that happened Tuesday evening.

4 Arrested For East Charlotte Robbery

Four people were arrested Tuesday for stealing a woman's purse in east Charlotte.

Armed Robbery In Huntersville

Police are investigating an armed robbery at a Huntersville gas station.

Statesville Man Arrested After Assaulting Officers

Police arrested a Statesville man after he interrupted an investigation with a shot gun.

Suspected Toy Thief Caught

A Cleveland County man is finally caught after investigators say he stole a toy tractor from a boy's home.

Police Searching For Bank Robbery Suspect

Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the man who robbed the Bank of America on South Tryon Street.

Taylorsville Rape Suspect Arrested

Police say a Taylorsville man has been arrested and charged with rape.

Local Explorers Learn What It Takes To Become Police Officers

Explorers program prepares students for a career with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police.

Toy Thieves Identified, Still on the Run

Two grown men jumped out of the car and took a little boy's toy. Sheriff's deputies replaced it back in March, but this time, they found the tractor.

Police Search for Serial Robber

A man wanted for robbing several Charlotte businesses is still lose. Investigators hope you can help find him.

Police Arrest Wanted Man

Police have located and arrested the convicted felon who cut off his electronic monitor.

UPDATE: New Details in Officer Involved Shooting

UPDATE: SBI releases the names of three officers involved in Gaston County's fatal officer involved shooting.

One Man Shot In Northeast Charlotte

CMPD is investigating a shooting that took place Thursday morning in northeast Charlotte.

New Details In Death Investigation On Lake Norman

Cornelius Police confirm a death investigation is underway on Lake Norman at Henderson Road.

Matthews Police Need Help Identifying Suspect

Matthews Police need your helping locating a suspect caught on surveillance in a fraud case.

Cornelius Surviving Terror Attacks Seminar

Preparing yourself and your family from an attack. That was the topic of a meeting Wednesday at the Peninsula club in Cornelius.

Homeowner Shoots Invasion Suspect

A homeowner shot and killed a thief during a home invasion in Bessemer City.

Suspects Plead Guilty to Animal Abuse

A guilty plea from a man and woman charged with animal cruelty in Morganton.

Shooting On University Station Circle

Police are investigating a shooting that took place on University Station Circle.

Police Investigating Mooresville Home Invasion

Police are investigating a home invasion that happened early Wednesday morning in Mooresville.

Police: Suspect Fired Shots During Albemarle Robbery

Police need your help identifying an armed robbery suspect in Albemarle.

CMPD Investigating One Person Shot In North Charlotte

Police are investigating a shooting that happened around 8:00am Wednesday morning in North Charlotte.

Father Charged with Shooting Son

A Gaston County father is accused of shooting his own son.

Officer Involved Shooting: Witness Describes Scene

A man is dead after a Dallas Police officer shot him Tuesday afternoon.

1 Injured in Bessemer City Shooting

A shooting in Bessemer City is under investigation. It happened on East Texas Avenue just after 7pm.

HP Launches Sober or Slammer Campaign

Just in time for the holiday travel season, South Carolina Highway Patrol has launched its annual "Sober or Slammer" campaign.

Police: Man Broke Wife's Fingernails Off During Assault

Police say they arrested a man for assaulting his wife and cutting off his electronic monitoring device during an argument.

Police Searching For Suspect Of 2 Armed Robberies

Police are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect responsible for two armed robberies.

Parents Furious Over Apt. Complex Crime

Eight shootings in the University area in the last three weeks have parents of college students preparing to fight crime.

CMPD Awarded Anti-Gang Initiative Grant

A plan to crack down on gang violence across Charlotte is getting some much needed help. City Council accepted a grant from the Department of Justice.

Police: 70 Animals Seized From Couple's Home

Police have arrested two people for animal cruelty after seizing 70 animals from their home.

Police: Gaston County Man Shoots Son

A Gaston County man called the police on Monday morning to tell them he shot his son.

WANTED: Mark Ellis

Police are searching for a man convicted of Armed Robbery who cut off his electronic device.

Waxhaw Man Arrested In Child Pornography Investigation

On Friday, 52-year-old Michael Ernest Crick of Waxhaw was arrested and charged with nine counts of Third Degree Sexual Exploitation of a Minor.

Police Arrest 2nd Suspect In GAP Robbery

Police have charged James Victor Broadhurst, 25, as the second suspect in the armed robbery of the GAP on Providence Road.

Sheriff investigating armed robbery

The Rowan County Sheriff's Office is investigating an armed robbery in Salisbury.

Sheriff: Human remains found in Rowan Co.

The Rowan County Sheriff's Office is investigating after two hunters found human remains Saturday afternoon near the intersection of Bringle Ferry Road and River Road.

SC Mother Murdered, Body Burnt

Torture is described in John Coddington's arrest warrant. Deputies accuse him of hitting and kicking Tiffany Williams to death before deputies say he tried to get rid of her body.

2nd Suspect Arrested in Rest Stop Shooting

A second suspect in a shooting at a local rest stop is in police custody. That shooting left a man paralyzed.

Robbery At First Citizens Bank

Police are searching for the man who robbed the First Citizens Bank on Concord Mills Blvd Friday night.

Police: 3 Men Arrested On Dog Fighting Charges

Police in Huntersville have arrested three men on charges connected to dog fighting.

Police: Man Arrested For Trespassing and Concealing Weapon at CLT Airport

Detectives say they arrested a man Friday after trespassing and carrying a concealed weapon at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

Police: Man Stabs Dog in Neck and Chest

Police say a man was arrested Thursday after a witness watched him stab a dog multiple times.

Police Searching For Robbery Suspect

Police need your help locating a man accused of cutting off his electronic monitoring device.

Neighbors Fight Back Against Crime

It's a war criminals are forcing on families living in east Charlotte's Plaza community. Now, residents are strategizing how to protect their homes.

Cornelius Police Search for Suspect in Armed Robbery

Cornelius police are searching for a suspect after an attempted armed robbery Thursday night.

Woman Witnesses Robbery Attempt

A woman who lives in east Charlotte says she saw a man being robbed.

Police: Meth and Opiates Found In Morning Drug Raid

Authorities say they arrested several people in a drug raid early Wednesday morning.

Police Searching for Man Who Reportedly Robbed Multiple Businesses

Police are asking from assistance to identify a man who reportedly robbed two businesses over the past month.

CMPD: Make a Plan as Thieves Become Violent

Violent robberies peaked this weekend at more than 30.

New Accusations Against Local Doctor

Two more women are now accusing a Charlotte doctor accused of sexually assaulting them.

Police: Victims And Shooter At University Walk Circle Knew Each Other

Police say the shooting that took place early this morning at the University Walk Circle does not appear to be related to the shootings that took place in that area within the last two weeks.