Gaston County Mugshots July 19th
Check out the Gaston County mugshots from Wednesday, July 19th.
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Mecklenburg County Employee Accused Of Sexual Assault
Officers with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are investigating a sexual assault case in east Charlotte. It happened July 11, 2023.
Gaston Police: Officer Involved Shooting Investigation Dallas NC
The Gaston County Police Department is assisting the Dallas Police Department after two officers were involved in a shooting Tuesday, July 18th.
Mecklenburg County Deputy Involved In Car Crash
A deputy with the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office was involved in a car accident while on duty Monday, July 17th.
Accused NY Serial Killer Owned 4 Properties In Chester County South Carolina
Chester County neighbors are stunned to learn the accused Long Island serial killer owns property in their community. We're learning more about Rex Heuermann's ties to our area.
Missing: Police Searching For Child Taken By Mother From Mecklenburg County Home
Police need your help locating a missing 3-year-old who was allegedly taken by her mother from her father's home in Mecklenburg County. The girl's father is the legal guardian of the child, according to police.
Police Investigating Deadly Stabbing In Kannapolis
Police are investigating a deadly stabbing that happened in Kannapolis early Saturday morning.
9-Year-Old Injured After Shots Fired Into East Charlotte Apartment
CMPD says a 9-year-old was injured after someone fired shots into an apartment on Idlewild Road in east Charlotte over the weekend.
Dozens Of Homes Across Mecklenburg, Union Counties Targeted In Mail Theft Ring
14 homes were hit by thieves in the past two weeks in Union County. The suspects stole mail from homes with flags raised on their mailboxes.
Charlotte Mother Sentenced For Murder Of 4-Year-Old Daughter Found Buried In Yard
Malikah Bennett pleaded guilty to second degree murder in the death of her daughter back in 2021.
Operation Diamondback Cracking Down on Car Thefts in York County
Operation Diamondback; a push from the York County Sheriffs Office to crack down on crime. WCCB Charlotte's Emma Mondo spoke with Trent Faris, Public Information Officer for the York County Sheriffs Office, getting a better idea the operations main focus.
Lincolnton Man Charged With Child Sexual Assault
A Lincolnton man in connection with a child sexual assault case from 2016 was arrested on July 11th, 2023.
9 Homes Shot Into Over the Weekend in Charlotte
Homeowners are terrified at nine different houses in the Charlotte area after their home was shot into over the weekend.
Gaston County Man Charged With Multiple Child Sex Offenses
A Gaston County man was arrested on multiple felony sex offense charges on Tuesday, July 11th.
Community Gathers For Prayer Vigil Following Mass Shooting
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety's Alcohol Law Enforcement Division have cited the owner and employee of the store.
Huntersville Jewelry Robbery Investigation Underway
Police say an investigation is underway after three masked suspects robbed Fink's Jewelers in Birkdale on Tuesday, July 11th.
Charlotte Airport Seeing Increase In Weapons Confiscated From Flyers
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at North Carolina airports discovered a total of 130 firearms in travelers’ carry-on luggage in the first half of 2023, a small increase statewide over the same time period last year.
Investigation Underway After 7 Shot, Including 1 Dead in Wadesboro
Still no arrests after a mass shooting at a block party in Wadesboro. State and local investigators are working to identify the suspect or suspects who shot seven people, killing one of them.
Man Turns Himself In After Shooting In East Charlotte
A man was charged with murder after a shooting in east Charlotte.
Judge Holds Washington State In Contempt For Not Providing Services To Mentally Ill People In Jails
A federal judge has found Washington state in contempt and ordered it to pay more than $100 million in fines for failing to provide timely psychiatric services to mentally ill people who are forced to wait in jails for weeks or months.
Homicide Investigation University City Area
CMPD is investigating a homicide after a victim was found shot dead in the University City area Saturday, July 8th.
US Marshals Offer $10,000 Reward For Information On Murder Suspect
U.S. Marshals Officials are requesting the public's assistance with locating a Conover man wanted for first-degree murder.
Lieutenant Speaks On Extensive Manhunt That Lead To The Arrest Of Parents Accused Of Abusing Four-Month Old Baby | VIDEO
Lieutenant Ivie on this extensive investigation and how help from multiple agencies and the public led to their arrest.
Active SWAT Situation Underway In Northwest Charlotte
CMPD says an active SWAT situation is underway in northwest Charlotte.
Over 30 Arrested Following Large Disturbance In Uptown Charlotte During Fireworks Show
CMPD announces the arrest of more than 30 people, including kids, following a large disturbance during the Uptown Charlotte fireworks show on July 4th.
CMPD Investigating Homicide In Southwest Charlotte
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are investigating a homicide that left one dead and one critically injured.
Four People Shot in North Charlotte
The victims were taken to the hospital. Two are suffering life-threatening injuries.
Suspect Arrested After A Woman Is Shot And Left On The Side Of Highway In Lincoln County
A man wanted in connection with shooting his wife several times and pushing her from a vehicle on Highway 321 has been arrested in Knoxville, Tennessee, according to a news release.
Teen Found Dead In Monroe Hotel Ignites Homicide Investigation
A teen was found dead from gunshot wounds in a Monroe Hotel Saturday, July 1st.
Family Of Woman Killed In Shooting Says Charge Against Boyfriend Is Wrong
Talia Petoia was shot and killed this past March in North Carolina. Her boyfriend at the time was Tyler Laughter, who was charged with involuntary manslaughter.
Four Cars Seized In Street Takeover Crackdown
Four more cars have been seized in a crackdown of vehicle stunts and reckless driving.
Man Arrested During Traffic Stop For Having Over Two Pounds Of Drugs
The Mooresville Police Department has arrested a man was accused of selling and possessing over two pounds of marijuana.
Only On WCCB: 9-Year-Old Girl Talks About Recovery, Two Months After Shooting
Olivia Velez was shot in the head while sleeping at a home in northwest Charlotte. She was 8 years old at the time of the shooting. No one has been arrested for the crime.
Arrests Made In Stateville Shooting Incident
Two arrests have been made in connection to a shooting incident from April 15th.
3 Years Later, Still No Arrests In Murder Of 'Beatties Ford 4'
The FBI Continues to offer a reward of up to $30,000 for the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the deaths of four people during a shootout on June 22nd, 2020.
Bond Denied For Teen Charged With Deadly DUI Crash In York County
19-year-old Christopher Mullis is charged with killing two people in a crash on Homestead Road on June 2.
Man Arrested In Connection To $270,000 Drug Bust In Gaston County
Gaston County Police has arrested the main suspect in a massive drug bust, valuing over $200,000.
Police: Homicide Investigation in North Charlotte
Detectives are investigating a homicide in north Charlotte.
Suspect Who Allegedly Abused His Own Infant Child Turns Himself In
The Matthews Police Department Criminal Investigations Division was contacted about a report of an injured infant.
Two Arrested After 12-Year-Old Killed In North Charlotte
Police say they arrested two suspects after a 12-year-old was killed in north Charlotte.
CMPD: 16-Year-Old Charged In Shooting Death Of 21-Year-Old Man At NW Charlotte Shopping Center
Paul Tate was found shot to death at the Rozzelle Crossing shopping center on Mount-Holly Huntersville Road Wednesday afternoon.
Police Searching For Man Accused Of Exposing Himself To Several People In Belmont
Police say they are looking for a man accused of exposing himself to several people in Belmont.
Homicide Investigation In North Charlotte
Detectives with the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department are conducting a homicide investigation after a man was shot and killed on Wednesday, June 14th.
Adult Living Center Resident Arrested For Murdering Roommate In Statesville
A Heritage Place Adult Living Center resident was arrested and charged with murdering his roommate On Tuesday, June 12th.
Family: Lenoir Woman Suffering From Drug Overdose Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting
We're hearing from the family of a Lenoir woman killed in an officer-involved shooting. Investigators say she charged at officers with two knives, while suffering a drug overdose.
South Carolina Prisoner Faces 2nd Life Sentence For Using A Cellphone To Arrange Killing
Federal prosecutors say a South Carolina prisoner already serving a life sentence for murder used a cellphone to orchestrate killing another man.
CMPD Investigates Multiple Homicides & Shootings Over Weekend
A violent weekend in the Queen City. Community activists are calling on parents to step up as summer approaches and kids get out of school.
Charlotte Murder Suspects Arrested At Border After Officials Say They Were Trying To Re-Enter The U.S.
The duo were named as suspects in the shooting death of Juan Santiago-Flores who was shot and killed on Milton Road on May 15th.
Chester South Carolina Suspect Charged With Murder
A man has been arrested and charged with murder in Chester, SC early Friday, June 9th.
CATS Worker Protest Cancelled
A protest planned by CATS workers was cancelled by union leadership Saturday.
Teenager Sentenced To A Minimum Of 20 Years In Prison For Statesville Homicide
A teenager has been sentenced to serve at least 20 years behind bars for a Statesville murder.
Driver Caught With Cocaine And Heroin
A traffic stop lands a New York man in jail after police seize a massive amount of cocaine and heroin in Henderson, N.C.
CMPD: Police Seize Hellcat, Mustang From Owners Related To Street Takeovers
On June 3rd, CMPD cited a woman after she was seen doing donuts in her Hellcat. Police say the woman was later identified as a repeat offender. She was cited for reckless driving and her Hellcat was towed for evidence.
Kia And Hyundai Thefts Continue To Rise In Charlotte
Thefts of Kia and Hyundai vehicles have increased 2,154% from 2022 in Charlotte, according to CMPD.
Charlotte Man Accused Of Punching 1-Year-Old In Face
A 26-year-old man is accused of punching a 1-year-old in the face. Rico Williams is being held in the Mecklenburg County jail on the charge of assault on a child under 12 year-old.
Tech Firm CEO From Huntersville Shot To Death At Holly Crest Apartments
A Huntersville man who was the CEO of a tech firm was shot to death at the Holly Crest Apartments, according to police.
James Salerno Who Allegedly Killed 20 Year Old Woman Is Out On Bond Leaving Family Wanting Answers
A man charged in the brutal death of a 20-Year-Old Charlotte woman is out on bond.
Two Spartanburg Residents Charged For Threats Made On East Charlotte Mosque
Two people are facing charges for threatening a mosque in east Charlotte.
Deadly Shooting In Huntersville Under Investigation
Police are investigating a deadly shooting in Huntersville.
South Carolina Community Pays Tribute To Teen Shot And Killed By Gas Store Owner
A South Carolina gas station owner was charged Monday with murder in the death of a 14-year-old boy whom he allegedly chased from the store and shot in the back, the sheriff said. The Sheriff says the boy did not steal anything from the store.
AP: Community Mourns Teenager's Death After Gas Station Owner Charged With Murder
Elected officials met a South Carolina community mourning the death of a 14-year-old boy who authorities say was fatally shot in the back by a gas station owner with calls to channel their righteous anger into collective support and political action.
Jury Convicts Man Of Murdering Charlotte Store Owner
The man who fatally shot Charlotte store owner, Massaquoi Kotay has been sentenced to life in prison after a jury found him guilty of murder and a firearm offense.
Serial Bank Robber Carrying Minion Lunchbox Arrested
The man accused of robbing banks in Statesville and Salisbury over the last week has now been arrested after robbing an additional bank in Hendersonville, North Carolina.
Office Of Violence Prevention Launches Campaign During Gun Violence Awareness Month
June focuses on Gun Violence Awareness, and Mecklenburg County Public Health’s Office of Violence Prevention will spotlight awareness and education throughout the month.
Suspect Arrested After Fraley Church Road Murder Investigation
A man has been arrested and charged with the murder of a 26-year-old man on Friday, June 2nd
Father And Son Busted For Drugs At Church In Davidson County
A father and son were arrested after police seized several grams of mushrooms, 12 pounds of marijuana, and several other marijuana-related products from the fellowship home behind a Lexington church.
$4,000 Reward Offered For 2 Stolen French Bulldogs
More than two weeks and counting since someone broke into a northwest Charlotte home and stole two French bulldogs. Now, the dogs' owner is speaking out, scared but determined to spread the word that she wants her dogs back.
Video Shows CMS Middle School Girl Being Attacked By Five Students
A video shows a five on one beatdown of Kiki Burton's daughter. The lopsided brawl happened on Tuesday in between periods at Kennedy Middle School.
New York Sex Offender Sentenced To 60 Years For Committing Multiple Offenses Against North Carolina Minor
A New York man was sentenced to 60 years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple sexual offenses in North Carolina.
Mike Pence To Launch Campaign For President In Iowa June 7
Former Vice President Mike Pence will officially launch his widely expected campaign for the Republican nomination for president in Iowa next week, adding another candidate to the growing GOP field and putting him in direct competition with his former boss.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Hosts Press Conference For National Gun Violence Awareness Day
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department will host a press conference for National Gun Violence Awareness Day on Friday, June 2, 2023
Investigation Continues Into CATS Bus Shootout In Steele Creek
Police are still investigating after a driver and passenger shot at each other on a cats bus earlier this month in Steele Creek.
CMPD: 14-Year-Old Charged With Murdering Man In North Charlotte In 2022
Police say they arrested a 14-year-old for shooting and killing Quantarrius Sturdivant in north Charlotte in November 2022.
Gaston County Mugshots May 30th
Check out the Gaston County mugshots from May 30th.
Mecklenburg County Mugshot Active Inmates May 31st
Check out the Mecklenburg County active inmates from May 31st
Officer Involved shooting East Charlotte
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department is searching for a suspect who fired rounds at a police vehicle in the early hours of Sunday, May 27th.
Charlotte Man Killed In Gastonia Shooting
Detectives from the Gastonia Police Department are investigating the shooting death of 50-year-old Frankie Carl Jones of Charlotte. The shooting happened on May 25th outside a home on Crescent Lane.
FBI Increases Reward For Charlotte Murder Suspect On "Ten Most Wanted Fugitives" List
The FBI has increased the rewards offered to capture people on the "Ten Most Wanted Fugitive" list to $250,000. This includes Charlotte murder suspect Alejandro "Alex" Castillo who is wanted for killing Sandy Le in 2016.
Contract Worker At CarMax Arrested After Having Over Three Pounds Of Suspected Marijuana Delivered To The Car Dealership
A Gastonia man has been arrested and charged after receiving a package at his workplace that contained over three pounds of suspected marijuana.
Matthews Man Sentenced To Prison For Tax Evasion
A Matthews man was sentenced to three years in prison for tax evasion on Thursday, May 25th.
CMPD: No Charges In East Charlotte Mosque Threat
CMPD will not be pressing charges in the threat to the Charlotte mosque. A police spokesperson tells us the caller who made the threat is 16 years-old.
CMPD Continues To Crack Down On "Street Takeovers" Across Charlotte
CMPD states officers have shut down various meet-ups and towed several cars involved in dangerous stunts in the city since February.
Woman Arrested For Allegedly Scamming People Out Of Charitable Donation Money For Child Diagnosed With Terminal Illness
An Indian Trail woman has been charged with scamming people out of charitable donation money after investigators say she set up a medical fund for a child who had been diagnosed with a terminal illness but then left the state after receiving the money.
Scammers Target Donors Of Local Nonprofit Dog Rescue
A local non-profit animal rescue is the latest target for scammers. Halfway There Rescue helps dogs and cats in the Carolinas find new homes.
Body Cam Footage Released In CMPD Officer-Involved Shooting That Killed Robbery Suspect Kevin Boston
CMPD releases 72 videos connected to the deadly officer-involved shooting of robbery suspect Kevin Boston. The deadly shooting happened in June of 2022.
7-Year-Old Girl "Accidentally" Shot In Vale
A 7-year-old girl was shot in Vale Monday evening, that's according to the Catawba County Sherriff's Office.
Police: Suspect Charged After Shooting On CATS Bus
According to CMPD, 22-year-old Omarri Tobias, is charged in connection to the shooting of a CATS bus driver on Thursday.
CMPD: 12-Year-Old, 6-Year-Old Involved In Armed Robbery In Steele Creek
CMPD says a 12-year-old and a 6-year-old were involved in an armed robbery that happened Sunday morning in southwest Charlotte.
Police: Domestic Situation Leads To Woman Being Shot In The Head In Lenoir
Lenoir Police say they arrested a man for shooting a woman in the head following an argument over jointly owned property.
Northlake Mall Announces A New Addition To Its Enhanced Security Program
Northlake Mall debuted the K-9 Patrol Unit as its newest addition to its enhanced security program on Wednesday, May 17th.
Wanted Suspect Arrested In Lancaster Homicide
A suspect in connection with a homicide was arrested after a month-long investigation Monday, May 15th.
More Than A Dozen Suspects Wanted After Deputies Bust Dogfighting Ring In Iredell County
More than a dozen suspects are wanted in Iredell County after deputies busted an alleged dogfighting ring.
Mecklenburg County Detention Officer Terminated Following Arrest
A Mecklenburg County Detention Officer has been terminated after he was arrested for allegedly assaulting a woman during a domestic violence incident, according to a news release.
Charlotte Woman Claims CMS Students Hit Her Car With Rock, Damaged Windshield
It's clear where Candace Brazzle's windshield was hit. What's not clear is who is paying to fix it.
Abducted Girl Found Safe In North Carolina After Nearly Six Years Missing
An Illinois girl, abducted by her non-custodial mother nearly six years ago is found safe in North Carolina. Kayla Unbehaun's father hadn't seen her since she was 9-years-old.
911 Calls Released In Chase That Leads To Truck Crashing Into Shelby Home
We're hearing the frantic 911 calls as a mom and her daughters are chased by a group of people, allegedly shooting at them from a pickup truck, early Sunday morning.
Sheriff: Former Teacher Arrested For Violating Court Order To Stay Away From Sexual Assault Victim
A former Iredell-Statesville School District teacher is facing additional charges after investigators say she violated a court order to stay away from a juvenile she has been accused of sexually assaulting.
Cockfighting Bust Leads Investigators To Finding Moonshine, Marijuana, Fentanyl, Cash, and More
A call about an illegal cockfighting event led investigators to rescuing 112 chickens, arresting dozens of people, and confiscating drugs and moonshine. It all happened off Prospect Church Road on May 14th in Chesterfield County.
Officials: Concord Officer Cited for Passing Stopped School Bus
A Concord Police Officer has been cited by the North Carolina State Highway Patrol for passing a stopped school bus.
Three Dead After Truck Crashes Into Shelby Home During Chase
A horrific crash leaves three people dead after a truck plows into a Shelby home. There is extensive damage left behind at the home on Suttle Street near Dekalb Street.
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