New 911 Location Signs on Charlotte's Greenways
Charlotte Mecklenburg Parks and Rec has started to install markers to allow people using the trails to be located in case of an emergency.
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Sheriff Names 5 People Fatally Shot In Southeast North Carolina Home
A sheriff's office in southeast North Carolina released on Friday the names of five people found fatally shot in a home earlier this week.
Police Charge 18-Year-Old Suspect In North Charlotte Homicide
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department have identified, arrested and charged the 18-year-old suspect responsible for killing one man and injuring two others in a North Charlotte homicide on Tuesday night.
AP: Amid Massive Search For Mass Killing Suspect, Maine Residents Remain Behind Locked Doors
Shocked and fearful Maine residents kept to their homes Friday as hundreds of heavily armed police and FBI agents searched intensely for Robert Card, an Army reservist authorities say fatally shot 18 people at a bowling alley and a bar in the worst mass killing in state history.
Rowan County Man Arrested For Indecent Exposure In Front Of Children
Rowan County deputies arrested a 52-year-old man on Wednesday, October 25th for indecent exposure after the man allegedly exposed himself to children exiting a stopped school bus.
Amber Alert Cancelled For Three North Carolina Children
An amber alert has been cancelled following a report that three North Carolina children were missing out of Haywood County on Thursday, October 26th, according to a news release.
5 Found Shot To Death At Southeast North Carolina Home, Sheriff Says
Five people were found fatally shot at a southeast North Carolina home early Thursday, according to the local sheriff.
Charlotte Man Sentenced To 14 Years For Armed Robbery, Possession Of Weapon As An Inmate
A Charlotte man has been sentenced to 14 years in prison in connection to an armed robbery from February of 2019 and for possessing a weapon as an inmate in September of 2021.
Cold Case: Suspect Charged With Raping Child In East Charlotte In 2014
CMPD has identified and charged a suspect for allegedly sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl in 2014. The suspect was 24-years-old at the time of abuse, according to authorities.
Two Dead, Four Transported To Hospital In Three-Car Collision In Chester County
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a three-car collision in Chester County that resulted in two dead and four more being sent to the hospital.
Prosecutors Will Not Seek Death Penalty Against Boyfriend Of Allisha Watts
James Dunmore appeared in court in Montgomery County on Wednesday for a hearing. Prosecutors told the judge, they will not seek the death penalty.
Hickory Firefighter Charged With Sexual Exploitation Of Minor
Police say they arrested a Hickory firefighter for sexually exploiting a minor.
Man Pleads Guilty To 32 Counts Of Various Dog Fighting Charges
CMPD has charged Earl Hamilton with several animal cruelty charges.
AP: An Off-Duty Pilot Is Accused Of Trying To Shut Down The Engines Of A Horizon Air Jet In Midflight
n off-duty pilot riding in the extra seat in the cockpit of a Horizon Air passenger jet tried to shut down the engines in midflight and had to be subdued by the crew, a pilot flying the plane told air traffic controllers.
Attempted Breaking And Entering In Gaston County
Gaston County Police Department are seeking a suspect who attempted to break into a trailer in a resident's driveway.
Lincoln County Man Charged With First Degree Murder
Deputies say they charged a man with murder after a woman was found dead inside the home they shared together in Maiden.
Wanted Suspect Involved In Vehicle Pursuit, Still On The Run
Authorities are searching for a wanted suspect with an extended criminal history record following a lengthy police chase, according to the Gaston County Police Department.
One Dead, One Injured In Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash
One person died and another was sent to the hospital on Saturday afternoon after a single-vehicle crash on West Springs Highway in the Town of Jonesville, according to The South Carolina Highway Patrol.
Tour Bus Causes Multi-Car Accident On I-85 South In Cabarrus County
A tour bus headed south on Interstate 85 collided with two vehicles in Cabarrus County, causing the highway to be closed for several hours.
Reward Offered For Missing Union County Teenager
A cash reward is now being offered for any information that could help bring home Lauren Heath, a missing Union County teen.
One Dead, Another Hospitalized In Fatal I-77 Crash In York County
One person has died and another was sent to the hospital in a fatal car crash late Friday night on Interstate 77 in York County, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
Mother Of Slain Alabama Woman Files Suit Against Hornets' Brandon Miller, 2 Others
The mother of a woman killed near the University of Alabama has filed a wrongful death lawsuit in federal court against current Charlotte Hornets rookie Brandon Miller and two other men.
Rock Hill Woman Found Safe After Being Missing For One Week
The Rock Hill Police Department confirmed that a Rock Hill woman that was missing for one week has been located and is now safe.
19-Year-Old Wanted For Killing Three People In Midland Crash Arrested In France
Investigators say a 19-year-old wanted for killing three people in a wreck in Cabarrus County was arrested in Paris, France.
CMPD Holds 3rd Quarter Public Safety Briefing
Overall crime in Charlotte is up 11%. Property crime is up 14 %. Violent crime is down 5%, which is good news right? Not necessarily.
Former Charlotte USPS Worker Indicted For Stealing $1.9 Million In Business Checks
A former U.S. postal worker from Charlotte was federally indicted Thursday for allegedly stealing $1.9 million in business checks, the United States Attorney’s Office announced.
Belmont Police Investigating I-85 Crash, Leaving A Father, 2 Children In the Hospital
Belmont Police are investigating a serious motor vehicle collision off Interstate 85 South near mile marker 27 that landed a father and his two children in the hospital with serious injuries.
20-Year-Old Man Arrested For Communicating Threats To Iredell County Schools
Police arrested a 20-year-old man for communicating violent threats via text messages to several schools in Iredell County, according to the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office.
Suspect Arrested For Hit And Run In Rock Hill
The Rock Hill Police Department arrested a 39-year-old woman in connection to a hit-and-run accident on October 7th.
Amber Alert Canceled For Missing Stanly County 3-Year-Old
The Amber Alert has been canceled for a missing 3-year-old boy out of Stanly County. Jasper O’Ryan Creese and Charity Walters Creese have been found and are safe.
Charlotte Bookkeeper Accused Of Wire Fraud, Embezzling $1.6 Million From Mooresville Companies
A 48-year-old Charlotte man pleaded guilty to wire fraud on Wednesday, October 18th for embezzling approximately $1.6 million from two Mooresville companies.
Man Indicted For Attempted Kidnapping, Assault On Blue Ridge Parkway
A federal grand jury has formally indicted a Whittier man for attempted kidnapping and four counts of assault on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Union County High School Coach Arrested On Child Pornography Charges
A 56-year-old instructional coach in Union County was arrested and charged with 10 counts of felony second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor, according to a news release.
15-Year-Old Arrested For Monroe Murder
Police say they arrested a 15-year-old teenager for a murder that happened on October 14th on Walkup Avenue in Monroe.
FBI Arrests North Carolina Man For Allegedly Making Threats Against Jewish Organization In Charlotte
A North Carolina man has been arrested for allegedly making threats to a Jewish organization in Charlotte, according to the FBI.
Suspect Arrested In Catawba County Hit And Run
A suspect has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run accident that occurred on Providence Mill Road on Sunday, October 15th.
New Task Force Formed In Attempt To Solve Rock Hill Cold Case Murder
Monday marks 10 years since a Rock Hill man was gunned down outside his home. Now, investigators are forming a task force to bring his killer to justice.
Body Mistaken For Halloween Decoration In China Grove
A woman says she is desperate for answers after a man's dead body was mistaken for a Halloween decoration in a China Grove yard.
Victim Identified In Fatal Crash Off Central Avenue
After continued investigation, police have identified the victim in a car crash that occurred on Saturday, October 14th.
2-Year-Old Shot At Church In Morganton
Investigators say a 2-year-old child was shot at a Morganton church Sunday evening.
Shots Fired Call Ends With Burke County Man Being Charged With Numerous Felonies Including Growing Marijuana
Burke County man charged after deputies found firearms, cocaine, crack, and marijuana plants inside his home while executing a search warrant, according to a news release.
5 Suspects Behind Bars, Face 59 Total Charges For Drug-Trafficking Operation
The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office seized five pounds of fentanyl and arrested five individuals that face 59 total criminal charges in the largest fentanyl seizure in the history of Buncombe County.
Police Investigating ‘Suspicious Death’ Involving Gun Fire In Monroe
Police are investigating a suspicious incident involving gun fire in Monroe that left one person dead near Walkup Avenue.
Manhunt For Atlanta Murder Suspect
A manhunt is underway for a murder suspect in Atlanta.
Police Arrest Asheville Man For Cyberstalking, Making Anti-Semitic Threats
The Asheville Police Department arrested and charged a 44-year-old man in connection to a series of threatening, anti-semitic emails sent to a local synagogue.
Lancaster Dog Fighting Investigation Underway
Several law enforcement agencies executed two search warrants in connection with a dog fighting investigation. A total of 31 American pit bull terriers were seized.
Three CMPD Officers Sustain Non-Life Threatening While Arresting Suspect
Three Charlotte Mecklenburg Police officers were transported to the hospital for non-life threatening injuries after attempting to arrest a suspect, according to the CMPD.
911 Audio Recordings From Fatal Wendy’s Shooting Released
A clip of audio recordings from the Wendy's shooting has been released.
Deputies Arrest 23-Year-Old For Causing Multi-County Police Chase
Deputies arrested and charged a 23-year-old Charlotte resident following a multi-county police chase in the early hours on Friday, October 13th.
CMPD: Man Attempts To Enter CMS Bus With Machete Following Apparent Road Rage Incident
CMPD says a man armed with a machete attempted to enter a CMS bus during an apparent road rage incident.
Status of Intimate Partner Violence in Mecklenburg County
In recognition of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Mecklenburg County representatives, community partners, and survivors released the latest data related to intimate partner violence in Mecklenburg County.
Two Men Arrested Following Homicide Investigation In University City
Two men have been arrested following a fatal shooting Tuesday night at a 7-Eleven in northeast Charlotte, according to the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department.
Citizen Complaints, Investigation Leads To Drug Arrest In Lincoln County
A Lincoln County man has been arrested for selling illegal drugs from his residence following multiple complaints and an investigation.
Arrest Warrant & Criminal Summons Issued For Hornets Player Miles Bridges
A criminal summons has been issued for Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges. WCCB has also learned an arrest warrant was issued for Bridges back in January.
Police Asking For Public’s Help Identifying Suspect Accused Of Breaking And Entering, Larceny
The High Country Crime Stoppers and the Watauga County Sheriff’s Office are asking for the public’s help identifying the person or persons accused of stealing tools and a riding lawn mower.
East Charlotte Homicide Investigation Underway
CMPD is investigating after a man with gunshot wounds was found dead in the early hours of Wednesday, October 11th.
Mooresville Police Arrest Man In Stolen Ambulance
A Mooresville man was arrested after police say he stole an ambulance and led officers on a pursuit in Iredell County.
Martin Luther King Jr. Monument In Concord Defaced
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Monument on Cabarrus Avenue was vandalized over the weekend.
CMPD: One Dead After Assault In Southwest Charlotte
A homicide investigation is underway after a man was found with gunshot wounds in southwest Charlotte, according to a news release.
Assault Investigation Underway In East Charlotte
An investigation is underway after a domestic violence incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, October 8th.
Statesville High School Football Game Postponed After Three People Are Arrested In Parking Lot
A Statesville high school football game was postponed after three people were found in the parking with weapons.
Caught On Video: Thieves Steal ATM Machine From North Charlotte Gas Station
This is the second ATM machine theft in Charlotte this week.
GoFundMe Arranged For Hickory Woman Attacked By Former Foster Child
A GoFundMe account has been made to help cover medical bills after a woman was reportedly attacked by her former foster child in her home.
Charlotte Man Charged For Stealing $3.6K From Landscaping Business In Denver
A Charlotte man has been charged in connection to a break-in at a landscaping business in Denver, N.C. that took place on May 8th at New River Landscaping.
Man Accused Of Starting At Least 10 Fires In Charlotte
The Charlotte Fire Department Investigation Task Force arrested Raymond Cureton who is suspected of starting 10 fires in the Charlotte area.
More Than 25 People Identified And Charged For Fighting During Monroe High School Vs. Forest Hills High School Football Game
The Monroe Police Department says more than 25 people have been identified and charged for fighting during the Monroe High School versus Forest Hills High School football game.
Two Men Charged With Murder Of Salisbury Mother
Salisbury Police arrested Nasir Fudge and Jaylon Lamont Hicks for the murder of Nohemy Hernandez-Laines.
"Operation Diamondback" Recovers $1.2 Million Worth Of Stolen Cars In York County
Operation Diamondback has tallied 51 arrests so far this year. 27 more are pending. 94 warrants were also served.
YMCA Staff Member Arrested, Charged With Child Sex Crimes
21-year-old Elijah Donato worked at the Harris YMCA and Camp Thunderbird in the Charlotte area from 2019 to 2023.
ATM Stolen From Brooks' Sandwich House In NoDa
Surveillance video shows suspects using a U-HAUL truck to rip the ATM at Brooks' Sandwich House out of the ground.
Four Suspects Arrested In North Charlotte After Stealing Vehicle
CMPD arrested two adults and two juveniles after tracking a stolen vehicle that triggered a precautionary lockdown at a nearby elementary school on Tuesday, October 3rd.
Pilot Program Continues To Have Clinicians Respond To Some Low-Risk Mental Health Calls
Who responds during a mental health crisis? In some cases, it's no longer a police officer. Charlotte City Leaders say a pilot program intended to reduce officer-involved shootings is showing results.
Police Asking For Public's Help To Find Sign Stealing Suspects In Boone
High Country Crime Stoppers and the Boone Police Department are asking for the public’s help to find the suspects responsible for street signs being stolen within the Town of Boone.
Suspect Arrested in Greenway Sex Assault
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police arrested this man, Khalil Boler, on Friday for attempted second degree rape and 2nd degree kidnapping.
Suspect Arrested After Armed Bank Robbery In University City Area
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department have arrested one suspect after an armed bank robbery in the University City area on Monday morning.
CMPD: Customer Shoots Employee at East Charlotte Taco Bell After Believing He Got The Wrong Change
An East Charlotte Taco Bell employee was shot after a drive-through customer believed he was given the wrong change, according to a news release.
Police Searching For Suspect In Fort Mill Bank Robbery
The Fort Mill Police Department is searching for a suspect wanted in connection to a bank robbery that took place last Friday.
Investigation Underway After Two People Are Shot At Apartment Complex In Pineville
An investigation is underway after two people were shot at an apartment complex on the evening of Saturday, September 30th.
Rock Hill Officer Terminated After Child Pornography Allegations And Charges
A Rock Hill Police Officer has been terminated after criminal allegations involving child pornography.
Charlotte Mother, Daughter Fighting To Recover Two Weeks After Vicious Dog Attack
Jackie Okitapoy and her daughter, Hanyange Yodi say they will never be the same. They were attacked near their home in University City on September 18.
Man Arrested For 2022 Sexual Assault Case On Charlotte Greenway
An arrest has been made in relation to a sexual assault investigation that took place on the McAlpine Creek Greenway on September 7, 2022.
70-Year-Old Woman Gets $125K Settlement After Judge Rules That Salisbury Police Pulled Her Hair During Traffic Stop
The city of Salisbury will pay $125,000 to a woman who says a Salisbury police officer pulled her out of her vehicle by her hair during a traffic stop in 2019.
CCSO: Mother And Daughter Arrested After Fighting Student At Chester County High School
A Chester County High School student and her mother have been arrested after fighting another student in the school bathroom, according to a news release.
Gaston County Police Used Drone To Help Rescue, Arrest Suspect Stuck In Tree
Officers were attempting to arrest Patrick Swann along Morgan Road in Mt. Holly when he climbed up a tree to get away from police.
Cleveland County Man Charged With Murdering Uncle
A Cleveland County man has been charged with the murder of his uncle stemming from an investigation from April 2023.
All Clear Given After Bomb Threat Causes Evacuations At Mecklenburg County Courthouse
Officials have reopened the Mecklenburg County Courthouse after authorities did not find anything following a thorough search of the building due to a bomb threat, according to the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office.
Rock Hill Man In Custody After Attempted Bank Robbery
The Rock Hill Police Department has charged Herbert Barnes, 57, for his involvement in an attempted bank robbery.
Two Chase Suspects Arrested In Iredell County
The North Carolina Highway Patrol and the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office have caught two suspects that were involved in a car chase on Interstate 77 North on Wednesday, September 27th.
Charlotte Man With Loaded Gun At Transit Center Sentenced To 10 Years In Prison
A Charlotte man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for possessing a stolen firearm at the Charlotte Transportation Center on East Trade Street.
Department Of Justice: Armed Fentanyl And Cocaine Dealer Sentenced To 7.5 Years
Charlotte man was sentenced to seven and a half years in prison followed by four years on supervised release for trafficking fentanyl and cocaine, according to a news release.
BBB Scam Alert: "Free Solar Panels" Can Cost You Big Time! How To Spot Phony Offers
If you want solar panels, be very careful when evaluating installation offers. Con artists use misleading sales tactics and lies to trick homeowners out of money and personal information.
Lancaster Man Sentenced To 5 Years For Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material
A 42-year-old man from Lancaster has been sentenced to five years in prison for possession of child sexual abuse material.
CMPD Holds Ceremony For Nation Day Of Remembrance
Monday evening, CMPD held a National Day of Remembrance ceremony for murder victim's families in Charlotte.
Stands Cleared After Fight Breaks Out At Harding University High Football Game
Chaos erupts at a CMS Friday night high school football game. Officials cleared the stands at Harding University High School after a fight broke out at the homecoming game against North Meck.
CMPD: Shootout Between Two Vehicles Closes Portion Of I-77 During Monday Evening Commute
A shootout between two vehicles led to major backups on I-77 during the Monday evening commute, according to CMPD. It also ended with one person being struck by gunfire.
Mother, Son Accused of Embezzling $47K From Clients Via Insurance Claims
A mother and son from Huntersville were arrested and charged with four counts of felony embezzlement on Monday, September 25th, according to a news release from the North Carolina Department of Insurance.
Police Investigating Salisbury Shooting That Left Three Injured
The Salisbury Police Department is looking for a suspect accused of injuring three people in a shooting in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Amber Alert Cancelled For Missing 9-Year-Old In Asheboro
An Amber Alert was issued and cancelled within minutes for a missing 9-year-old in Asheboro.
Sneaker Thieves In Mooresville Part Of Shoe Stealing Ring In The Metro Area
Mooresville police are on the search for two people stealing shoes at a local department store last week, but thanks to a clever Facebook post, word of these two is spreading quickly.
Police Investigating Threats Made To Two South Charlotte Schools
Police say they are investigating threats made to Ardrey Kell High School and Community House Middle School on Friday. School officials confirm both schools were placed on lockdown while police investigated the threats.
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