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CMPD Details Its 911 Response Times To Illegal Street Takeovers
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is addressing criticism over its police response times to so-called illegal street takeovers.
Police: Teen Injured in Shooting in Rock Hill
Police are investigating after a teen was found shot Monday afternoon.
Accused Multi-State Killer Tyler Terry and Adrienne Simpson Plead Guilty
Police say Tyler Terry killed two people in South Carolina, two others in Missouri and one in Memphis, Tennessee. He led police on a week-long manhunt before being arrested in May of 2021.
Statesville Man Accused Of Attacking Man With Machete, Holding Others At Knifepoint
A Statesville man is accused of attacking a man with a machete during a dispute.
Serial Killer In Charlotte? CMPD Addresses Social Media Rumors
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is dispelling social media rumors of a serial killer targeting women.
Volunteer Firefighter Killed In Watauga County Crash
Officials say that volunteer firefighter Raymond "Jay" Kerley was killed in a crash on U.S. Highway 321.
Police: Man On Bicycle Assaults Three Men With Machete In Gastonia
Three men are recovering after being attacked with a machete in Gastonia.
Innocent Woman Injured In Drive-By Shooting Near NoDa
An innocent woman is seriously injured in a drive-by shooting just outside NoDa on Sunday night. Now neighbors want to know why, as police search for the suspect who opened fire.
Child Shot in Kannapolis Apartment
Juvenile rushed to hospital after gun went off
Lancaster Co. School Employee Arrested For Assault & Battery On School Grounds
A Lancaster County School District employee has been placed on paid suspension after being charged with assault on school grounds.
Police Search For Bank Robber Wearing Blue Fanny Pack
The Belmont Police Department is searching for a man who robbed the State Employee's Credit Union on Wilkinson Blvd.
Amber Alert Issued For 2 Missing Children Out Of Asheboro
UPDATE: Amber Alert Canceled after the toddlers were found safe late Sunday night
Two Juveniles Hurt After North Charlotte Shooting
CMPD says two juveniles have non-life-threatening injuries after being shot late Saturday night.
Mecklenburg County Health Department Employee Arrested On Sex Assault Charges
Kenneth Smart was arrested on multiple charges Thursday involving a 17-year-old girl. Prosecutors say the crime happened in September.
Union County Deputies Looking For Chase Suspect
Union County Sheriff's deputies are searching for one of the people involved in a police chase near Indian Trail that forced two local schools to go on lockdown.
Statesville Man Accused Of Molesting A Child
The Iredell County Sheriff's Office says Guy Welch, 64, is facing felony charges of indecent liberties with a child.
"Operation Sweet Tooth" Seizes Candy Laced With THC
Roxboro Police investigate counterfeit candy seizing 145 items from four convenience stores.
Charlotte Man Sentenced To 10 Years In Prison For 2019 Shooting
Kehlan Johnson was sentenced in November for the murder of Darnel Mills. Mills was shot and killed in October 2019 on East W.T. Harris Boulevard.
Charlotte Transportation Worker Charged with Embezzlement
CMPD arrested CDOT employee for filling up personal vehicles with a city gas card
Union County Employee Facing Child Porn Charges
A maintenance technician employed by Union County is facing felony child porn charges.
Crime Stoppers Reward Doubles In Unsolved Murder Of Edy Alvarado
The Crime Stoppers reward increased to $40,000 in the unsolved murder of Edy Alvarado in South Charlotte.
Students and Bus Driver Exposed To Unknown Chemical
A 14-year-old student passed out after being exposed to an unknown chemical substance on a school bus at Indian Land High School.
Charlotte Firefighter Awarded Medal Of Valor
Charlotte firefighter Michael Cunningham received the medal of valor wednesday after protecting a civilian during an active shooting
Person Found Dead At McAlpine Creek Park
Police say that they were attempting to find a missing person when they discovered a body. CMPD has not said if the two incidents are connected.
North Carolina A&T Freshman From Statesville Shot To Death
The Greensboro Police Department is investigating a shooting Tuesday night the left two people dead and four others injured.
Escaped SC Inmate Taken Into Custody in Shelby
Joshua Shoemaker was taken into custody in Shelby, North Carolina Wednesday morning after escaping from Cherokee County Detention Center in Gaffney, South Carolina on Monday.
One Person Injured In Shooting In University City
Medic confirms that one person was treated for life threatening injuries after responding to Tyler Trail Court.
Inmate Escapes from Gaffney, SC Detention Center
The public's help is needed to locate an inmate that escaped from Cherokee County Detention Center.
Couple Sentenced After Stealing $239K from South Meck High's Booster Club
The husband was also sentenced for getting fraudulent COVID-19 relief loans and using a portion to cover up the theft.
Livingstone College Hires Security Experts After Shooting
Livingstone College is addressing safety concerns following a shooting on campus
Gaston County Police Now Say Deadly Triple Shooting is Double Murder-Suicide
An investigation is underway after three people were shot and killed Monday afternoon.
Wife Claims Mooresville Man Allegedly Hid Cameras Inside His Own Home
The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office says Chad Krantz, 50, has been arrested in connection with the incident.
Arrest Made In Fatal ATM Shooting From July
The Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department says that they have arrested J’wuan Horton, 24, in connection with the July murder of Karen Baker at an ATM.
Suspect Wanted For Attempted Bank Robbery
CMPD is trying to locate a man they say tried to rob a First Citizens Bank Friday morning.
Woman Arrested for Throwing Bleach in Bus Driver's Face
Parent of an elementary school student has been charged with assault on a school employee
Iredell Sheriff: Man Charged With Child Sex Crimes
Deputies have arrested Robert Harris III, of Cleveland, N.C., in connection with the sexual assault of a child.
Guns Stolen From Home in Lincoln County, Man Charged
A Cherryville man is behind bars and has been charged in connection to a home break-in and vehicle theft according to the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office.
Source: Man Points Gun At Several Charlotte Firefighters
CMPD is investigating the incident that happened as Charlotte Firefighters battled a fire at an apartment complex on Mallard View Lane in northwest Charlotte.
Raleigh Police Report Shows Mass Shooter Killed Brother Before Going On Killing Spree
On Thursday, James Thompson's family laid their 16-year-old son to rest on the same day authorities released new information about his accused killer.
Afterschool Daycare Employee Accused of Distributing Obscene Material
The Burke County Sheriff's Office says they are investigating a YMCA daycare employee that is accused of disseminating obscene material.
Three People Arrested after 9-Year-Old Found Locked in Dog Kennel
Deputies say they found a 9-year-old child locked in a dog kennel in Davidson County.
Charlotte Family Pushes For Justice Following Murder Of Teen
The family of Kashawn Johnson wants the district attorney to charge the 15-year-old suspect in this case as an adult.
CMS Transportation Not Commenting On Bus Driver Assaulted With Bleach
This week, Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools is talking about bus safety, but they're not talking about a recent incident on a school bus where a driver had bleach thrown in her face.
SC Attorney General Files Response To Alex Murdaugh Attorney Motions
Murdaugh is accused in the murders of his wife and son at the family’s hunting property in June of ’21.
Shootout Erupts In Front of CMS School Bus, Suspects in Custody
Four suspects are now in custody. Police say road rage triggered the shootout.
Funeral Arrangements For Disabled Veteran Killed In House Fire
A disabled veteran that was killed on October 10th in a house fire will be laid to rest. The funeral will be held at the Clark Funeral Home in Kannapolis, NC.
Rare Arnold Palmer Doll Stolen from Gastonia Dental Office
Owner says the collectible doll is worth thousands; burglary suspect caught on camera
Man Charged, Person of Interest Sought after Shooting at Livingstone College
Salisbury Police have charged a man in connection to a shooting over the weekend at Livingstone College.
Matthews Police: Uber Driver Arrested For Sexual Assaulting Passenger
Police say that Vicente Diaz-Gomez, 45, assaulted a woman who was his Uber passenger.
Hickory Police Name Victim And Suspect In Deadly Shooting
Police have released the names of those involved in the alleged shooting between roommates on 5th Street SE.
Two Arrested After High Speed Chase With Baby In Backseat
Deputies say that after finding the two suspects, the men tried to crash into a patrol car and drive off, reaching speeds of up to 115 miles per hour with a baby in the back seat.
Three Arrested After Stabbing In SW Charlotte
Police say that one person has non life-threatening injuries after being stabbed in the 8100 block of South Tryon Street.
Multiple Shots Fired Into Rock Hill Apartment Complex
The Rock Hill Police Department says that they found seventeen shell casings after the shooting early Monday morning.
Rock Hill Police: Woman Fatally Hit By Truck
The Rock Hill Police Department says that the woman died from her injuries at the hospital.
Police Investigate Homicide In South Charlotte
Tonight police are investigating a deadly shooting in South Charlotte.
Two People Arrested Following Fight At Olympic High School Football Game
Dozens of CMPD officers arrived at the scene Friday night to break up the fight.
Man arrest after admitting to throwing rock through Caldwell Co GOP Building
Shards of glass cover the GOP building in Caldwell county after a man threw a rock through the window early Friday morning.
Store Clerk Says Suspected Arsonist Assaulted Him
CMPD says a man being investigated for a string of arsons in Northeast Charlotte is also suspected of setting fire to a convenience store.
Police Investigate Person Shot at North Charlotte Business
One Rushed to Hospital After Friday Shooting on Old Sugar Creek Rd
Lancaster Man Sentenced To Life For Human Trafficking
This case is the first jury trial conviction for human trafficking in South Carolina.
Alamance County: Mother Attempts to Bring Contraband to Son in Jail
Investigators have charged a Snow Camp mother after they say she tried to bring contraband to her son and several others in jail.
Dogs Stolen From Local Animal Shelters
We expect to learn soon that charges have been filed against two people accused of stealing dogs from local animal shelters.
5 Killed In Raleigh Mass Shooting Including An Off-Duty Officer, 15-Year-Old Suspect In Custody
A shooter killed five people along a walking trail in North Carolina’s capital city and eluded officers for hours before he was cornered in a home and arrested, police said.
One Injured in Northwest Charlotte Shooting
According to Mecklenburg EMS, one person was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries after a shooting on Burbank Drive on Friday morning.
CMPD: Suspect In Connection With String Of Arsons In Hospital
Police say the suspect set fire to an apartment in Northwest Charlotte, and at least two others Tuesday.
Two Charged After Shooting Near Cleveland County Elementary School
Cleveland County Sheriff's deputies charged two people Thursday in connection to a shooting near an elementary school that forced the school to go on lockdown.
Death Investigation in SW Charlotte After Body Found
CMPD says a body was found in the woods off Diamond Creek Circle
Gun Found at Julius Chambers High School
It's the first gun found at a CMS school this year. A juvenile suspect has been arrested.
Police: Man Arrested After Firing Shot At CATS Bus
A man has been arrested and is in custody after police say he fired a shot at a CATS bus.
CMPD: Overall Crime Is Up, Violent Crime Is Down In Charlotte, Many Residents Say They Still Feel Unsafe
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has released third quarter crime stats for 2022.
Union County Sheriff's Office Unveils New Administration Building
The Union County Sheriff's Office unveiled its new administration building.
Human Remains Found Buried In Yard Identified
Human remains that were found buried in a yard in Conover have been positively identified as those of a man reported missing for more than a year.
Police Departments Across North Carolina Are Now Handling Mental Health Calls Differently
When someone calls 911 for an emergency, police departments are now tasked with figuring out how to respond if the call is centered around a mental health crisis.
Man Dead After Suspected Arson
Police have released the name of the man killed in what they believe was an intentionally set fire.
Supreme Court Rejects Appeal from Dylann Roof, Who Killed 9 Church Members
The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from Dylann Roof, who challenged his death sentence and conviction in the 2015 racist slayings of nine members of a black South Carolina congregation.
Authorities: 5 Dead in Shooting at South Carolina Home
Five people died Sunday night in a shooting at a home in northern South Carolina, authorities said.
No Charges for Police Who Killed Molotov-Throwing Man
North Carolina police officers who shot and killed a man throwing Molotov cocktails and setting cars on fire near a police station in May won’t face charges, prosecutors announced Monday.
Man Accused Of Felony Stalking, Neighbor Concerned For Safety
A young mother in Madison Park is frightened after her neighbor was arrested for Felony Stalking.
Lancaster Homicide Suspect Turns Himself In
The Lancaster Police Department says a man is now in custody in connection to the death of David Lunn.
Armed Suspect Arrested After Road Rage Incident near Cuthbertson HS
A man is in custody following a road rage incident near a Union County high school.
Armed Robbery Call Turns Deadly
The Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating an early morning homicide on Eastway Drive.
Concord Police Investigate Deadly Shooting
Officers are interviewing multiple witnesses on International Drive NW
Suspect Charged With Double Murder In Fort Mill Held Without Bond
Paul Bumgardner is in custody in Gastonia accused of killing a mother and son in Fort Mill, South Carolina
Driver Charged With Hit & Run After Striking Utility Worker
A driver accused of injuring a utility worker along a highway in Mooresville is in police custody. The incident happened Friday morning along Highway 150 at Perth Road.
Gaston County Inmate Dies While In Custody
Officials say that Jordan Moses died after being found unresponsive in his jail cell.
Homicide Investigation Underway in West Charlotte
Police are investigating a homicide in the 4400 block of Tuckaseegee Road.
Arrest Made in York County Double Homicide
A Gastonia man has been arrested and charged in the shooting deaths of a mother and son in York County.
Concord Man Arrested For Alleged Child Sexual Abuse
A Concord man is in custody after the Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office says at least one victim has come forward about abuse between the years 2000 to 2002.
Charges Against A Steele Creek Shooting Suspect Upgraded To Murder
A shooting on Green Ivy Lane on Sunday is now being investigated as a homicide after the victim passed away from his injuries.
Father of Murder Victim 'Disappointed' With Accused Killer's Bond
On Thursday, a judge set Dashawn Partlow's bond at $150,000. Partlow is charged with murdering Nathaniel Isenhour, 19, in University City in 2019.
Rowan County Man's Body Found after Camper Fire, Reward Offered
A reward is being offered for information regarding the death of a Salisbury man.
Man Killed, Teens Injured After A Crash Involving a Stolen Vehicle
A man driving a stolen vehicle died and injured four teens after leading police on a chase in Hickory.
14-Year-Old Boy Speaks Out About Brutal Attack At Statesville High School
A 14-year-old boy is speaking out after being brutally assaulted inside Statesville High School. Camden McClain says a group of teens beat him up, knocked him to the ground, and stomped on him.
Teen Goes Missing In Gaston County
Police are looking for Day'Shawn Harden, 14, who was last seen walking away from Warlick Academy in Ranlo.
Charges To Be Reinstated Against 16K Offenders Whose Charges Were Accidentally Dismissed
The Mecklenburg County District Attorney is addressing a system error that led to the dismissal of 16,000 charges.
11-Year-Old Girl Missing For Days From East Charlotte Home
CMPD is asking for the public's help to find a missing girl. According to police, Jennifer Velasquez-Cruz, 11, ran away from her home on Oak Valley Lane in East Charlotte on September 30.
Authorities Investigating Fabricated Active Shooter Call At South Middle School In Lancaster
Authorities are investigating a fabricated active shooter call at South Middle School in Lancaster. Investigators say the report was similar to other fabricated active shooter reports at various South Carolina schools.
West Iredell High Teacher Accused of Sending Sexually Explicit Video and Image to Student
A teacher at West Iredell High School is facing charges after authorities say she is accused of sending a nude image and sexually explicit video to a student.
Arrest Made After Several Tires Slashed, Woman Shot in Rock Hill
Police have made an arrest after several tires were slashed and a woman was shot.
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