Former Rocky River High School Teacher Charged With Indecent Liberties With A Student
A former Rocky River teacher was charged on Friday with indecent liberties and sexual activity with a student.
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CMPD Investigating Shooting In West Charlotte
Officers are investigating a shooting in West Charlotte according to a tweet by CMPD.
Victim Transported To Hospital After Stabbing In University Area
A victim has been transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries after a stabbing in the University Area.Β
Steele Creek Suspect Arrested After Fatal Hit And Run
CMPD has arrested a suspect after a fatal hit-and-run crash in Steele Creek Saturday, August 5th.
Convicted Sex Offender And Pastor Faces New Charges
Robert Price is now charged with 13 counts of Indecent Liberties with a Child and one count of Statutory Sexual Offense.
Local Mother Seeking Answers To Her Daughter's Death
A woman is desperately seeking answers to what happened to her daughter, Jona Payne, after she was found dead in the woods in Rock Hill SC in early July.Β
Police: Kings Mountain Woman Arrested For Sexually Assaulting a Minor
Police say they arrested a woman in Kings Mountain for sexually assaulting a minor. Amanda Justice has been charged with two counts of felony statutory sex offense with a child.Β
CMPD: Bullet Shell Casings Found At Home Where Allisha Watts Was Last Seen
CMPD reported that bullet shell casings were found in front of the home of James Dunmore, the currently hospitalized boyfriend of Allisha Watts.
Chester Mother Sentenced To 35 Years in Infant's Death
Stover was arrested and charged in October 2021 with homicide by child abuse for the death of her 11-month-old child.
Man Wanted For Sexually Assaulting Woman Off West Woodlawn Road
Police need your help identifying a man accused of physically and sexually assaulting a woman on West Woodlawn Road in south Charlotte.
Charges Upgraded For Charlotte Woman Charged With Shooting Woman Found Inside Her Home
A grand jury indicted Stephanie Alexander for second degree murder in the death of 25-year-old Tyra Crosby. She was shot and killed at a home on Porter Street Tuesday, July 18, 2023. Alexander was initially charged with voluntary manslaughter.
Stallings Man Convicted Of Trafficking Meth Throughout Mecklenburg and Gaston Counties
A federal jury convicted a Stallings man on drug trafficking charges after authorities say he sold a significant amount of drugs throughout Mecklenburg and Gaston Counties.Β
14 Dogs Rescued In Gaston County Dogfighting Ring
More than a dozen dogs were rescued in an alleged dogfighting ring on East 6th Ave in Gastonia Wednesday morning.
Mooresville Police Officer Charged With Sexual Misconduct With A Minor
An officer with the Mooresville Police Department has been arrested and charged with sexual misconduct with a minor, according to a news release.Β
American Fugitive Who Faked His Death Can Be Extradited To US To Face Rape Charge, UK Judge Says
An American fugitive accused of faking his own death to avoid a rape charge in Utah can be extradited to the U.S., a judge in Scotland ruled Wednesday, calling the man βas dishonest and deceitful as he is evasive and manipulative.β
One Dead and Two Injured After Severe Car Crash in Mooresville
One person was killed and two were injured after a severe car crash inΒ Mooresville.Β
Search Warrant Released For Home Of Allisha Watts' Boyfriend
According to the warrant, Watts was last seen the afternoon of July 16th. Her cousin told CMPD Watts was last seen getting into her boyfriend's car that day. The car was at his home located at 1633 Pamela Lorraine Drive in Charlotte.
An Accomplice To Convicted Murderer Alex Murdaugh's Financial Misdeeds Gets Seven Years In Prison
The former CEO of a respected South Carolina bank will spend seven years in federal prison for helping Alex Murdaugh steal nearly $2 million from clients' legal settlements. Russell Laffitte was sentenced Tuesday after a jury found him guilty of six charges related to wire and bank fraud back in November.
CMPD Looking To Identify Penguin Drive-In Breaking And Entering Suspect
CMPD detectives need your help identifying the suspect accused of breaking into the Penguin Drive-In located on East Boulevard.Β
Lincolnton Police Arrest Suspect After SUV Crashes Into Migrant Workers
Police have arrested a suspect after an SUV plowed into a group of migrant workers in Lincolnton. 68-year-old Daniel Gonzalez showed up at police headquarters in Lincolnton to turn himself in just before 6:00 on Monday night.
Cleveland County Sheriff's Deputies Check In On Sex Offenders
Cleveland County Sheriff Alan Norman invited WCCB to join his deputies Thursday as they check in on the county's registered sex offenders.
Driver Arrested And Charged After Fleeing Fatal Crash In University City
CMPD located and arrested 23-year-old Jonathan Anguiano on outstanding warrants related to a fatal car accident that occurred Saturday, July 1st.
79-Year-Old Man Sentenced To Life In Prison After Being Convicted Of Murder
Caldwell Cole Jr., 79, has been sentenced to life in prison after being charged with murdering Janet Scronce and Furahn Morrow. in 2019. Cole was also convicted of shooting two others.
Family Demands More Answers From Police In Search For Allisha Watts
Family and friends are demanding CMPD release more information about a missing woman, last seen in Charlotte 10 days ago. Allisha Watts disappeared while visiting her boyfriend. Her SUV was found days later in Anson County.
Officials: Guns, Alcohol, And Drugs Found During ALE Illegal Club Search
Police say the illicit sales of controlled substances, alcoholic beverages, and firearm violations were occurring outside and within an illegal business in Kannapolis called Club Lounge.
Inmate Captured After Escaping From Caldwell Correctional Facility
Deputies with the Iredell County Sheriff's Office have captured wanted inmate Matthew Brown in Southwest Statesville.
1 Hurt In Shooting At Julius Chambers High School
Police say a fight between two adults led to shots being fired at Julius Chambers High School.
Gastonia Tattoo Shop Robbed
The owners ofΒ From The Ashes Tattoo Studio have lost thousands of dollars after a break-in in Gastonia.
Rock Hill Man Shot Twice While Stopping Armed Robbery At Gas Station
Quick and heroic actions by a Rock Hill Man may have saved the life of a store clerk. "I just thought about the problem and how to fix it," said Dalton Wheeler.
Kia & Hyundai Attempted Thefts Continue As Software Update Rolls Out
Thieves continue to target Kia and Hyundai owners in Charlotte and across the country. Criminals are using USB charging cables to easily steal the vehicles. Despite a software update being pushed out, local owners are still becoming victims.
Greenway Sexual Assault: Still No One in Custody
People who walk the trails of the McAlpine Creek Greenway are on edge after a sexual assaultΒ happened Saturday on the Four Mile Creek trailΒ off of Johnston Rd.Β
CMPD: Woman Sexually Assaulted While Walking On McAlpline Creek Greenway
Police are investigating after a woman says she was sexually assaulted by a young man while walking on the McAlpine Creek Greenway.
CMPD: Homicide Investigation In University City
CMPD is conducting a homicide investigation on University Point Boulevard.Β
Police: Woman Shot While Boating In Albemarle
A woman was taken to the hospital after being shot on a boat in Albemarle.
Huntersville Armed Robbery Investigation
The Huntersville Police Department is searching for two suspects concerning an armed robbery in a Walgreens parking lot. The event occurred Tuesday, July 18th.
Lincoln County Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Arrest
A traffic stop led to a search warrant where officers seized electric equipment and illegal drugs early Thursday, July 20th.Β
Four South Carolina Inmates Plead Guilty For Involvement In 2018 Jail Riot
Four inmates pleaded guilty to various charges for their part in the 2018 riot at Lee Correctional Institution on Thursday, July 20th.Β
Tony Bennett Dies At 96
Grammy award-winning singer Tony Bennett dies at 96 on Friday, July 21st.Β
Wadesboro Suspect On The Run After Being Charged With Murder
The Wadesboro Police Department is in search of murder suspect, Devonte Horne, (23) after a man was shot and killed Sunday, July 16th.
Gaston County Mugshots July 19th
Check out the Gaston County mugshots from Wednesday, July 19th.
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.Β
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.Β
Police Investigating Deadly Stabbing In Kannapolis
Police are investigating a deadly stabbing that happened in Kannapolis early Saturday morning.Β
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.Β
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.Β
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.Β
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.Β
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 travelersβ 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.Β
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.Β
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.Β
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.Β
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.Β
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.Β
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.Β
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.
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