CMPD Makes Arrest After Eight-Month Long Homicide Investigation
After an 8-month long investigation, CMPD identified 33-year-old Quanticus Rucker as a suspect in the murder of 26-year-old Diana Perez-Barrera.
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NC Family Says Neighbor Shot Their Son Multiple Times, No Charges Filed
A Richmond County family claims their son was shot by their neighbor on August 22nd while trying to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ. The family says the sheriffβs office has been tight lipped about the status of the case.
Catawba Man Sentenced For Trafficking Methamphetamine
A Catawba man was sentenced to 235 months in prison for trafficking methamphetamine.
Mooresville Man Arrested For Animal Cruelty
A 25-year-old man was arrested after allegedly killing someoneβs cat by punching it in the head.
2 Pounds Of Crystal Meth Seized In Iredell County
A Statesville man was arrested after deputies said they found approximately two pounds of crystal methamphetamine in his vehicle.
4 Arrested, 4 Guns Seized At Matthews Arcade
Four suspects are facing charges after police said they seized four guns in a search warrant at an arcade in Matthews.
Cornelius Man Charged For Music Streaming Fraud Scheme Powered By AI
A Cornelius man is facing charges for creating a fraudulent scheme where βbotsβ would stream AI-generated songs, giving him over $10 million in royalty payments.
CMPD Street Takeover Event Results In Five Vehicles Seized
CMPD officers in coordination with NC Highway Patrol conducted a large street takeover event to various locations throughout Charlotte.
CMPD Arrests Suspect In Fatal Hit And Run On Sugar Creek Road
CMPD is investigating a fatal hit and run crash that involved a pedestrian on West Sugar Creek Road.
Albemarle Police Department Investigating Shots Fired At Headquarters
A suspect has been identified after shots were fired at the Albermarle Police Department Headquarters.
Suspect Arrested Months After Deadly Shooting In East Charlotte
A man was arrested Sunday in connection to a deadly shooting in east Charlotte in May.
17-Year-Old Shot, Killed In Shelby Park
A 17-year-old died after being shot at a park in Shelby on Saturday afternoon.
Deputies Investigating Shooting In Chester County
Deputies are investigating a shooting in Chester County on Saturday.
Over 1,000 Grams Of Methamphetamine Seized In Burke County Drug Arrest
Deputies arrested a man and seized over 1,000 grams of methamphetamine following a traffic stop in Burke County on Thursday night.
Juvenile Charged For Making Bomb Threat At Rowan County High School
A juvenile has been charged after allegedly making a bomb threat at a high school in Rowan County on Friday
CMS Bus Driver Arrested For Drunk Driving With Students On Board
A CMS bus driver was arrested Thursday after allegedly driving while impaired with nearly two dozen students on board.
$25K Reward Offered In Gaston County Murder
A $25,000 reward is now being offered to help find the person who murdered 19-year-old Uriah Diondreus McCree.Β
Man Charged After 22 Guns, Narcotics Seized In Search Warrant
Police seized 22 firearms, three of which were stolen, and a large sum of narcotics in a search warrant at the residence of a suspect accused of stealing materials from a local business.
Man Arrested For Hit-And-Run That Seriously Injured A Pedestrian
Police arrested a man who they say seriously injured a pedestrian with his vehicle before fleeing the scene on Tuesday night.
Man Killed In Car Crash Wanted For Stealing Tires At Airport
A man killed in a car crash last Thursday was found to be the suspect wanted for stealing multiple parts from cars parked at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Registered Sex Offender Arrested After Leading Police On Foot Chase Through The Woods
Registered sex offender Ross Berryman, 73, accrued several charges on outstanding warrants after fleeing from an abandoned home and leading police on a foot chase in the woods on Wednesday, August 28th.Β
2 Hospitalized In West Charlotte Stabbing
Two people were transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries following a stabbing in west Charlotte.
Charlotte Man Sentenced For Raping, Murdering Cousin
A Charlotte man was sentenced to life in prison after a jury found him guilty of raping and murdering his cousin in 2010.
Police: Pedestrian Killed In South Charlotte In Three Vehicle Collision
CMPD is investigating a fatal motor crash on Pineville Matthews Road that resulted in the death of a pedestrian
Registered Sex Offender Charged With Sexual Exploitation Of A Minor
A registered sex offender was charged with ten counts of third degree sexual exploitation of a minor after a search for child pornography was conducted.
SLED Charging Man Following Shooting With Officers
South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is investigating a series of incidents involving a man and officers exchanging gunfire.
Woman Charged With Sexual Exploitation Of A Minor
The Burke County Sheriff's Office have arrested a 29-year-old woman for allegedly distributing child pornography.
300 Grams Of Methamphetamine Seized In Lincoln Co. Drug Operation
During multiple drug investigations by the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office from 2023 into 2024, 300 grams of methamphetamine have been seized and four suspects have been arrested.
California Drug Courier Sentenced To Prison For Attempting To Smuggle Cocaine Through Charlotte Airport
Carlos Fernandez was sentenced to 87 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for attempting to smuggle 20 pounds of cocaine through the Charlotte-Douglas International Airport.
CMPD Sends Scam Alert Warming To Public
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has alerted the public about recent scam calls complaints.
Alleged Gastonia ABC Store Thief Arrested
Gastonia Police say they arrested an 18-year-old man who repeatedly stole tequila from an ABC Liquor store on West Long Avenue.
Statesville Man Charged With Statutory Rape Of 13-Year-Old
Iredell County Sheriff's Office arrested a 22-year-old man and charged him with two counts of statutory rape of a person 15 years of age or younger'
Waxhaw Man Accused Of Taking A Photo Up Teenager's Skirt At Bank Of America Stadium
Police say they arrested a Waxhaw man for secretly taking a photo up a 14-year-old's skirt during a Charlotte FC game at Bank of America Stadium over the weekend.
Driver Accused Of Ramming Patrol Car, Leading Officers On Chase
A Lexington woman is in jail after ramming a patrol car, damaging a citizen's car and leading officers on a short chase.
18-Year-Old Shot In The Head, Shooter On The Run
Rock Hill Police are investigating a shooting that resulted in a gunshot wound to the head of an 18-year-old in a McDonalds parking lot.
Police Trying To ID Burglary Suspects
Davidson police need help identifying suspects in a home burglary.
Woman Hits Patrol Car, Charged With DWI, Hit-And-Run
A Lexington woman was arrested in Morganton after being involved in a hit-and-run and initiating a police chase, all while under the influence, on Saturday night.
Domestic Disturbance Call Leads To Officer-Involved Shooting
The SBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Huntersville.
Two Injured In South Charlotte Shooting
Two people were transported to the hospital following a shooting in south Charlotte early Sunday morning.
Man Sentenced For Secret Peeping In Lincoln County
A business owner in Lincoln County was sentenced to prison for secretly peeping on a 13-year-old family relative in his care.
DNA Match Helps Solve 1989 Hit-And-Run Cold Case
A DNA match helped police obtain an arrest warrant and solve a fatal hit-and-run case from 1989.
26-Year-Old Charged With Voluntary Manslaughter In Concord Homicide
A 26-year-old man is facing charges in connection to a homicide in Concord on Thursday morning.
Suspects Wanted For Armed Robbery Of Gastonia Gas Station
Police need help identifying four suspects wanted for committing an armed robbery on a gas station in Gastonia early Monday morning.
Man Arrested For Trespassing On Historic Site In Statesville
A man is facing charges after allegedly trespassing on a historical site in Statesville last month.
Juvenile Hospitalized Following Shooting In Southwest Charlotte
A juvenile has been transported to the hospital with life threatening injuries following a shooting in Southwest Charlotte.
CMPD Provides Information On Multiple Cases Related To A Theft Ring
Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Departmentβs have arrested three suspects identified in a series of residential break-ins that are believed to be coordinated through a larger criminal network of South American theft groups, according to a new release.
Hickory Man Sentenced For Fatally Beating Girlfriend In 2022
A Hickory man will spend the next 26-32 years in prison for fatally beating his girlfriend in May 2022.
Crime Stoppers Offering Reward For Information On Rock Hill Shootings
The York County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in identifying suspects responsible for shootings that have occurred over the past two weeks.
Charlotte Man Sentenced To Seven Years In Prison Following Shooting
Convicted felon Josiah Phifer, 30, of Charlotte has been sentenced to seven years in prison following a shooting investigation from 2022.Β
Fatal Motor Crash In Southwest Charlotte Involving Freightliner Truck
CMPD is investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash involving a Freightliner truck on Granite Street.
Possible Suspect Vehicle Identified In Salisbury Double Homicide
Salisbury Police have released pictures of a possible suspect vehicle from the 128 Rowan Mills Road double homicide.Β
Memorial Service For Lincoln County Sheriff's Deputy Who Died In Line Of Duty
A memorial service for Sgt. John Hugh Howell, II will be held at 3:00 p.m., Monday, August 26, 2024. The service will be conducted at the new Lincoln County Courthouse, at 120 Justice Drive in Lincolnton.
Lenoir Police Seize Nearly 700 Grams Of Methamphetamine
697 grams of methamphetamine was seized by Lenoir Police during a search warrant of a residence.
Deputies: Statesville Man Arrested For Possessing Child Porn
An investigation that started in April led to a Statesville man being arrested for possessing child porn, according to the Iredell County Sheriff's Office.
The Latest: Day 2 Of The DNC Will Feature The Obamas And Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff
TheΒ Democratic National ConventionΒ heads into its second day Tuesday.
Police: Man Arrested For Beating Woman To Death With Hammer In North Charlotte Gas Station Bathroom
It has been revealed in an affidavit that Glandina Dixon was murdered by Sam Roary Jr. when he followed her into a QuikTrip gas station bathroom on Trailer Driver and killed her with a hammer.
Third Suspect Arrested In West Charlotte Homicide Investigation
As a result of the continued investigation, CMPD detectives have identified and obtained arrest warrants for a third suspect in connection to the murder of Aaron Thompson.
Monroe Man Sentenced To Prison For Operating An Investment Scheme
Christon Brewer, 39, of Monroe, was sentenced to nearly three years in prison for operating an investment scheme that took thousands of dollars from his friends and acquaintances.
CFD: Man Arrested After Intentionally Setting Fire At Retirement Home
CMPD arrested and charged a man with first degree arson after he deliberately set Barringer Gardens, a retirement home, on fire.
Monroe Methamphetamine Trafficker Sentenced To 11 Years In Prison
Nicki Wayne Parker, 36, of Monroe, N.C. was sentenced today to 135 months in prison followed by five years of supervised release for trafficking methamphetamine.
Police Make Arrest In Five-Month Long Homicide Investigation
37-year-old Terrance McBride was arrested in New York as a suspect for the murder of 31-year-old Darien Morrison on March 17.
Fatal Motor Crash On Statesville Road After Failure To Stop At Stop Sign
CMPD is investigating a fatal motor crash that took place on Old Statesville Road that resulted in the death of one person.
Rock Hill Celebrates International Overdose Awareness Day
Rock Hill will celebrate International Overdose Awareness Day to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of a drug-related death.
Deputies: Man Arrested After Shooting At First Responders And Stealing Vehicle
The Rowan County Sheriff's Office arrested a man after he fired shots at EMS personnel while he was impaired in a vehicle.
Three Arrested For Stealing Pharmacy Items In Mooresville
Three men were arrested in Mooresville for allegedly stealing over-the-counter items at a CVS and Walgreens.
18-Year-Old Arrested For Multiple Armed Robberies In Monroe
An 18-year-old was arrested Friday night after police said he committed multiple armed robberies earlier this week.
Man Wanted For Alleged Armed Robbery At UNC Charlotte
Police are searching for a man wanted for an alleged armed robbery on UNC Charlotte's campus.
Man Arrested In Mooresville After Vehicle, Foot Pursuit
A 24-year-old man was arrested in Mooresville after a vehicle and foot pursuit on Friday afternoon.
Charlotte Man Sentenced For Distributing Fentanyl
A Charlotte man will spend the next 15 years behind bars for distributing fentanyl after trading guns for drugs.
Man Stabbed At Rock Hill Islamic Center
The Rock Hill Police Department is investigating a shooting and stabbing at an Islamic Center.
Deputies: Burke County Man Charged After Bringing Gun On Middle School Campus
Burke County Sheriff's Office deputies have arrested 30-year-old Tommy McKinney after he reportedly was in possession of a revolver while on the campus of East Burke Middle School.
Suspect Wanted For Robbing A CVS In East Charlotte
Police need help identifying a suspect accused of robbing a CVS on Thursday in east Charlotte.
Jewelry Store Robbery Investigation Underway In Statesville
The Statesville Police Department is investigating a robbery at Kay Jewelers on Turnersburg Highway on August 16 at 12:25 p.m.
Second 18-Year-Old Arrested In Albemarle Homicide Case
18-year-old Jamie Mack was arrested after being taken into custody in Buffalo, New York for his involvement in the death of 18-year-old Dy'Zavious Bivens.
630 Grams Of Methamphetamine Seized After Four-Month Long Investigation
The Rowan County Sheriff's Office has arrested 47-year-old Michael Smith for his involvement in drug trafficking in China Grove and Salisbury.
Escaped NC Inmate Captured In Kannapolis
Escaped murderer Ramone Alston was captured shortly before 2 a.m. today at a hotel on Cloverleaf Parkway in Kannapolis, in an operation that included FBI Charlotte SWAT agents, Kannapolis Police and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police.
$50,000 Reward For Information Leading To Capture Of Escaped Offender
A $50,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the capture of escaped murderer Ramone Alston, 30.
NASCAR Champion Kurt Busch Releases Statement Following DWI Arrest In Iredell County
NASCAR champion Kurt Busch releases statement following drunk driving arrest in Iredell County.
Rowan County Neighborhood Mourns Death Of Store Owner Shot By Teen
The death of a 36-year-old Rowan County convenience store owner has filled neighbors with heartbreak.
FBI Needs Assistance Locating Escaped Murder Convict In North Carolina
The FBI is asking for the public's assistance in locating an escaped inmate who was convicted of murdering a one-year-old in Chapel Hill.Β
Stanly County Pastor Arrested For Not Reporting Crimes Against Children
A Stanly County pastor is facing charges after investigators stated he failed to report crimes against children.Β
Gastonia Family Puts Up Billboard In Hopes For Answers In Loved One's Murder
A family in Gastonia is hoping a new billboard of Franklin Boulevard will lead to answers in the murder of John Luke Moore.
Autopsy Reveals Cause Of Death For Mother & 2 Children Killed In Charlotte
Disturbing new details revealed in the deaths of a mother and her two kids. Markayla, Miracle and Messiah Johnson were all found dead in a north Charlotte apartment complex in March.
CMPD Investigating Series Of ATM Robberies In University City
CMPD needs your help identifying suspects accused in a series of ATM robberies in the University City area.Β
18-Year-Old Woman Charged In Connection To Domestic Shooting In Albemarle
Police say they arrested an 18-year-old woman for shooting two people during a domestic situation in Albemarle.
Homicide Investigation Underway In South Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation on Wynhollow Downs Lane near Lancaster Highway.Β
Gaston County Man Charged With Killing Wife With Eyedrops, Now Accused of Poisoning Daughter and Intimidating Witnesses
The Gaston County man accused of poisoning and killing his wife with eye drops is now accused of trying the same on his own daughter.
Elderly Woman Dies From Intentionally Set Fire In June; Homicide Investigation Underway
Police are conducting a homicide investigation after an 82-year-old died Tuesday from her injuries sustained in an intentionally set fire in June.
Five Guns And Over 900 Grams Of Drugs Seized In West Charlotte
Four suspects are facing drug trafficking charges after police said they seized five guns and over 900 grams of drugs from a search warrant in west Charlotte.
Suspect Now Facing Murder Charges Following Homicide In Albemarle
Suspect, Damani Wall, 18, faces upgraded charges in connection to a homicide that occurred in Albemarle on Wednesday, July 24.
Third Suspect Arrested In East Charlotte Homicide
A third man has been arrested Thursday in connection to the east Charlotte shooting on Saturday that left one man dead and three others critically injured.
Monroe Man Wanted For Shooting
A man is wanted in Monroe after police said he shot another man in the ear.
Deputies: Man Charged With Setting Home On Fire Which Resulted In Firefighters Being Injured And 6 Pets Dying
Deputies arrested a man after he allegedly set a home on fire which resulted in two firefighters being injured and the death of six pets inside the home, according to a news release.
Monroe Police Continue To Search For Escaped Attempted Murder Suspect
Monroe Police are still searching for a man on the run after he escaped custody on May 31st.
Monroe Man Arrested For DWI Twice In One Week
A man in Monroe is back behind bars after being arrested for a second DWI hours after being released from his first offense.
Three Arrested In Caldwell County Homicide
Three people were arrested in connection to a homicide investigation where a body was found along a highway in Caldwell County.
Newton Man Sentenced To Prison For String Of Armed Robberies In NC
Adrian Alexander Bryson, 29, was ordered to serve 121 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for Hobbs Act Robbery and possession and brandishing a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence.
CMPD Officer Arrested For Extortion And Disclosure Of Private Images
CMPD is conducting a criminal investigation that resulted in the arrest of CMPD Officer Joel Medina.
Pineville PD Releases Body Cam Video Of Deadly Shooting
May 15th, 2024, a fateful afternoon in Pineville. The Pineville Police Department got a call that day that 46-year-old Dennis Bodden shoplifted some groceries from the Food Lion on Johnston Rd.
CMPD: Repeat Street Takeover Suspect Arrested
CMPD says a repeat street takeover suspect has been arrested.
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