62-Year-Old Woman Claims Walmart Employee Attacked Her Inside Store
A 62-year-old woman claims she was attacked inside a Charlotte Walmart by an employee.
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Deputies: China Grove Man Plotted To Kill Woman "For The Thrill"
A man has been arrested after deputies say he plotted to kill a woman "for the thrill." They say he also expressed interest in cannibalism.
New Efforts To Solve Huntersville Cold Case Murder Of Peter Jordan
New efforts are underway to solve a cold case in Huntersville. The murder of 19-year-old Peter Jordan remains unsolved nearly nine years later.
2 Dead, 1 Injured In Murder-Suicide In South End
Two people are dead and another person was hurt in a murder-suicide in South End late Monday night. 23-year-old Dionyah Thompson and a 33-year-old man, whose name has not been released, died from gunshots.
CMPD: Two Shot and Killed in South End
Two people were shot and killed in South End late Monday night.
CMPD: Man Killed After Shots Fired On Billy Graham Parkway
Police have released the name of the victim that was shot and killed on Billy Graham Parkway on Sunday.
Rumors Swirl About Balloons, UFOs as Officials Stay Mum
The downing of four aerial devices by U.S. warplanes has touched off rampant misinformation about the objects, their origin and their purpose.
15-Year-Old Victim of Accidental Shooting in East Mecklenburg County
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has identified the teen that was killed after an accidental shooting in east Mecklenburg County.
Statesville Police: 18-Year-Old Arrested For Stealing Car With Child Inside
Carson Tate, III, was arrested Friday for larceny, kidnapping, and possession of a secured firearm.
Deputies Arrest Two In Death of Lincolnton Man
Two people are behind bars in connection to the 2021 murder of a Lincolnton man.
Current & Ex Lincoln Co. Sheriff's Deputies Charged With Assault
Sgt. Alden (Joe) Sutton is charged with simple assault. Ex-Deputy Tyler Thompson is charged with assault inflicting serious injury. Both charges stem from an arrest the two made in May 2022.
Man Arrested in Double Murder Cold Case from 1984
Detectives have charged a man in a nearly 40-year-old double murder cold case.
CMPD: CMS Employee Accused of Inappropriately Touching Student
A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools employee is accused of inappropriately touching a student according to police.
Intentionally Set Fire At Apartment Complex Under Investigation in Mooresville
The Mooresville Fire Marshal's Office say they are investigating an intentionally set fire at an apartment complex.
Charlotte Mother Loses Belongings After Arsonist Sets Fire To Home
A Charlotte mother loses all of her belongings after an arsonist sets fire to her home. The case comes as CMPD says arsons are up more than 25 percent year-to-year.
How the Cases in Alex Murdaugh's Murder Trial are Shaping Up
Two weeks into the double murder trial of South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh, prosecutors haven't presented any direct evidence that he killed his wife and son at their home in June 2021.
Retailers Try to Curb Theft While Not Angering Shoppers
Across the retail landscape, businesses have been putting items under lock and key as a quick way to stop thieves.
Man Sues CMPD After Flash-bang Explodes In His Hand Amidst 2020 Protest
A man who picked up a flashbang that exploded his hand during a protest in Uptown is suing the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department.
27-Year-Old Woman Arrested In Case Of Baby Found Dead Near Railroad Tracks
The Richmond Co. Sheriff's Office has made an arrest in the case of the dead baby found near railroad tracks in East Rockingham.
Police Identify 14-Year-Old As Suspect In Kannapolis Homicide
Police have arrested a 14-year-old juvenile in connection to a homicide investigation in Kannapolis.
Police Identify Victim in Deadly Southeast Charlotte Shooting
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are investigating a homicide in southeast Charlotte.
Charlotte Community Members Calling For An Arrest In 5-Year-Old Shot & Killed On NY Day
It's been a month since a 5-year-old girl was accidently shot in Charlotte minutes into the New Year. However, there still hasn't been an arrest.
Reward Offered In Case Of Newborn Baby Found Dead Along Railroad Tracks
The Richmond County Sheriff's Office has released photos of two separate towels and a heater box that investigators say were found at the scene.
Grand Jury Indicts Two People For House Fire That Killed 2 Children
Jontae Nichelle Littlejohn and John Randolph Littlejohn were inducted for Involuntary Manslaughter, and Felony Child Abuse in deadly house fire.
CMPD Investigating Homicide in East Charlotte
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a homicide in the 2100 block of North Davidson Street.
Witnesses Describe Dangerous Stunts From "Street Takeover" In Uptown
Social media is buzzing over videos showing a street takeover in Uptown. It happened near the NASCAR Hall of Fame on Saturday night. Drivers are seen doing burnouts and performing stunts.
Murdaugh Trial Latest: Prosecutors Present Multiple Guns From The Murder Scene
Murdaugh murder trial. We hear new details from inside the courtroom as investigators take the stand.
CMPD Identify Man Found Dead In Southwest Charlotte Neighborhood
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have named 29-year-old Osvin Adonay Alevar Solis as the man who was found dead near Choyce Avenue on Sunday.
Police: Four Taylorsville Residents Facing Drug Charges After Nearly 56 Grams Of Meth Found Inside Home
Several Taylorsville residents were arrested after officers say they found approximately 56 grams of Methamphetamine after attempting to serve a warrant at a home on Emma Brooke Lane.
Rock Hill Man Arrested, After Woman Found Shot Dead
Rock Hill Police say they were called just after 4 a.m. Sunday to a home on Harrison Street for a person who had been shot.
Family Of 20-Year-Old Man Demands Justice For Son's Murder
Malik Boyd was shot to death last April in East Charlotte. The family believes their son's accused killer will be offered a plea deal from the Mecklenburg County District Attorney.
Mecklenburg Co. Sheriff Recently Changed Policy To Reduce Risk Of Traffic Stops Turning Deadly
MCSO adopted a new policy in September that deputies will no longer pull over drivers for low-level offenses as the basis for the traffic stop.
Cleveland County Man Who Claimed He Had Bomb Near Capitol Pleads Guilty
Floyd Ray Roseberry, of Grover, North Carolina, pleaded guilty to the felony charge in Washington federal court. He faces up to 10 years behind bars and is scheduled to be sentenced in June.
WATCH TRIAL: Former South Carolina Lawyer Alex Murdaugh Stands Trial For The Murders Of His Wife And Son
Disgraced South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh is on trial for the shooting deaths of his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul, at the family's home on Islandton, South Carolina.
U.S. Post Office Responds To Criticism Over Lack Of Mail Carrier Safety
The safety of postal workers and our mail is being called into question. Nationally and locally, carriers are being attacked.
Indian Land Teacher Charged with Drug Trafficking
Two suspects arrested at their home in Lancaster County, based on a narcotics investigation
'Please Do Not Let This Killer Walk Free'; Local Family Pleads For Justice After Killing Of Beloved Daughter
27-year-old Breeana McClain pleaded guilty Thursday to involuntary manslaughter in the death of Morgan Wetherbee in a crash in May of 2020.
Student Found With Gun in Backpack at A.L. Brown High in Kannapolis
A student at A. L. Brown High School in Kannapolis was found with a gun on Wednesday.
Alex Murdaugh's Murder Trial Starts with Cellphones, Bullets
After 19 months of speculation, prosecutors finally laid out their evidence Wednesday that Alex Murdaugh killed his wife and son as they opened the double murder trial for the disgraced South Carolina attorney.
Police: Armed Robbery Suspect Stole $80K Worth of Jewelry from Kohl's
Police are trying to locate the person that is responsible for stealing $80,000 worth of jewelry from the Kohl's store in Gastonia.
CMPD: 80% Of Vehicles Stolen In 2022 Were Kia Or Hyundai Models
There's a staggering new statistic when it comes to car thefts in Charlotte. CMPD says 80 percent of vehicles stolen last year were Kia or Hyundai models. Police say a TikTok challenge is partially to blame.
Iredell County Fill-In Teacher Accused Of Drinking On The Job
The Iredell County Sheriff's Office says a teacher that was filling in at an elementary school was found with an empty wine bottle and appeared to be impaired.
'Happening Way Too Often': Report Delves Into Mass Attacks
As the nation reels from a week of high-profile shootings, a new report on mass attacks calls for communities to intervene early when they see warning signs of violence.
CMPD Responds To Homicide In Northeast Charlotte
According to CMPD, the killing happened in the 500 block of West Sugar Creek Road.
Police Issue Warning After Razor Blades Found Inside Gas Pump Handles At NC Gas Stations
Police in Forest City, North Carolina are warning people pumping gas to be on alert for razor blades.
Body Camera Video Released In August 2022 Officer-Involved Shooting
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has released body camera video of an officer-involved shooting that happened in August 2022.
Two Juveniles Arrested After Crashing Stolen Car Near Mecklenburg County Jail
CMPD says the two juveniles suspects crashed into a work truck near the jail before jumping out of the car and running.
Judge Has Key Rulings Before Alex Murdaugh Testimony Starts
Jury selection is continuing in the murder trial of South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh, who is accused of the 2021 killings of his wife and son.
"How Do We Do More With Less?" CMPD Addresses Staffing Shortage
Doing more with less. CMPD leadership telling City Council the police department is working to lower crime, despite being down 300 officer positions.
49 Mini-Horses, 39 Chickens Seized From Morganton Woman Accused Of Animal Cruelty
Dozens of mini-horses and chickens have been taken into Burke County custody.
Police: 15-Year-Old Killed While Playing With A Gun In East Charlotte
Police say the juvenile was fatally shot in the 7400 block of William Reynolds Drive which is in the Hickory Grove Division.
Postal Service Offering $50,000 Reward After Mail Carrier Kidnapped & Robbed In South Charlotte
It happened Thursday evening on Candlewood Drive near South Blvd.
Alex Murdaugh Goes on Trial in 2021 Killings of Wife, Son
As his life unraveled over the past two years, disgraced South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh didn't fight giving up his law license and said he made plenty of mistakes tied to missing client money and a financial mess that led to 100 criminal charges.
Chester Police Investigate Homicide
Police say they were called Sunday to Steinkuehler Street for a man lying in the street.
Kannapolis Police: One Dead After Fatal Shooting
Police say one person is dead after a shooting outside an apartment complex on Pacific Court.
MEDIC: One Shot With Life-Threatening Injuries In East Charlotte
MEDIC took one person to the hospital following a shooting in East Charlotte on Sunday night. It happened just before 6:00 at the intersection of Albemarle Road and North Sharon Amity Road. We're told the victim has life-threatening injuries.
CMPD Officer On Unpaid Leave Following DWI Arrest
Police say CMPD Officer Marsaun Cook was off-duty when he hit a car around 3 a.m. Saturday.
SBI, CMPD Investigating An Officer-Involved Shooting
Officers say they called around 1 p.m. to a home on Billings Park Drive for an involuntary commitment due to a person in mental health crisis.
Charlotte Man Facing Murder Charge In Bessemer City
A Charlotte man is behind bars in Gaston County accused of killing a man Friday morning in Bessemer City. Detectives say Chavis Davis of University City is charged with first degree murder of Matthew Watkins of Cherryville.
Great Falls, SC Police Chief Charged with Misconduct in Office
SLED says chief resolved a hit-and-run without going through authorities
Man Accused Of Stabbing Ex-Girlfriend At Kings Mountain Gas Station Denied Bond
Kings Mountain Police arrest Timothy Parson and woman passenger during a traffic stop Thursday afternoon.
Person in Custoday After SWAT Team Investigation at South Charlotte Apartment Complex
Members of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg SWAT team are assisting officers in the 7500 block of Quail Meadow Lane for a barricaded person inside an apartment.
CMPD Cold Case Detectives Utilize Review Team To Help Solve Cases
CMPD Cold Case division has their hands full with over 600 cases dating back to the 1970's.
TSA: Record Number Of Guns Found At CLT In 2022
According to the TSA, officials found a total of 117 firearms at security checkpoints last year at Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Man Accused Of Killing Ex-girlfriend In Kings Mountain Captured
Kings Mountain Police arrest Timothy Parson and a woman passenger following a traffic stop Thursday afternoon.
Mother Of Myers Park High Student Takes The Stand In Sexual Assault Trial
Jane Doe's mother took the stand on Wednesday to testify about the alleged rape and kidnapping of her daughter in 2015.
No One Hurt After Matthews Shooting
Police say they were called to Tall Pines Lane regarding a man firing a handgun at another man.
Threat Phoned Into Matthews Elementary Traced Back To Juvenile In Texas
The Matthews Police Department says the threat was left on a voicemail at the school over the holiday weekend.
CMPD: Juvenile Suspect Grazed By Bullet While Attempting To Steal Vehicle
Police say a citizen fired a shot into the car and at the juvenile suspect during the attempted theft.
Missing Gastonia Teen Found Safe
Police say that 15-year-old Frecia Urias-Avelar, who went missing last Friday, has been found safe.
CMPD Investigating Shooting at Walmart Parking Lot
Just after 7 p.m. on January 17th, police responded to a shooting near the Walmart on Wilkinson Boulevard.
Trial Begins In Myers Park High Student Sexual Assault Case
A jury Tuesday marked the beginning of the trial in the Myers Park student sexual assault case.
Gunfire Damages North Carolina Substation, No Outage Caused
A North Carolina utility said Tuesday that an electricity substation was damaged by gunfire but that it caused no power outages.
Mother Facing Charges After Her Child Was Kidnapped During Carjacking
Two teenagers, 14 & 15, are facing charges for allegedly stealing a car with a 4-year-old child inside then crashing after a police chase.
Boone Police Use Taser On Man Accused Of Leading Them On A Chase In Stolen Tractor
Boone Police had to use a taser to subdue a man they say stole a tractor and led them on a chase.
Person Dies In Custody After Raleigh Police Use Stun Gun
A person died Tuesday morning after officers used a stun gun to apprehend the individual, according to the Raleigh Police Department.
2 Dead Following Domestic Dispute In Cleveland County
A husband and wife are dead following a domestic dispute in Cleveland County. The sheriff's office responded to a call for help Sunday night at a home on Casar Road in Casar.
No Bond For Mooresville Man Accused Of Shooting, Killing Wife
Now, neighbors are speaking out about what happened and sharing their concerns about what the couple's children may have witnessed.
CMPD Investigating Homicide In East Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has released a few more details about a deadly shooting Sunday night in east Charlotte.
Gaston County Police Investigate Shooting
Police say someone was shot in the leg in the 600 block of Hickory Grove Road Monday evening.
Police Arrest Suspect In Citiside Drive Homicide, Victim Identified
Treyvon Young is charged with killing Deandre Hagler Friday morning in east Charlotte
Man Charged With Wife's Murder
Investigators say a Mooresville man called 911 saying he shot his wife.
Search For Suspect Continues 6 Years After Man Struck And Killed In East Charlotte
Friends and family are remembering a man struck and killed six years ago in East Charlotte. No one has been arrested after a hit-and-run driver struck 25-year-old Corey Brown on Lawyers Road, just after 6:00 p.m. on January 15, 2017.
Troutman Man Wanted For Father's Murder
A man wanted for murder in Iredell County is on the run tonight. The Sheriff's Office says deputies are looking for 23-year-old Carlton Clarke.
Matthews Police Department Working To Correct Crime Statistics
An internal investigation revealed the Matthews Police Department had been incorrectly reporting crime statistics and case closure rates between 2018 and 2022.
Burglary Suspect Arrested After Leading CMPD On Chase Into South Carolina
A burglary suspect is in custody after leading CMPD officers on a chase into South Carolina. Investigators responded to a breaking and entering call involving three suspects on Tribune Drive in West Charlotte around 9:30 on Friday night.
CMPD Investigates Homicide In North-Charlotte
Police say they found a man shot at an apartment complex on Hackberry Creek Trail just after 7 p.m. on January 13th.
Man Charged In Crash That Killed CMPD Officer Mia Goodwin Pleads Guilty
The man accused of causing the crash that killed CMPD Officer Mia Goodwin on I-85 appeared before a judge Thursday morning.
Body Found Along Road In Catawba County Identified
The Catawba County Sheriff's office says a motorist saw a body in a wood line near the intersection of Plateau Road and Tradewinds Street on Wednesday. Her cause of death is unknown.
Body Found In Pond Identified As Suspected Shooter In Lincoln County Woman's Death
Detectives in Lincoln County say the shooting death of a woman on Sherwood Lane in Denver was the result of murder-suicide.
Child Abuse Arrest in Lenoir
Police have arrested a father they say put his child in a hot bathtub for over five minutes, leaving him with burns on 29% of his body.
Registered Sex Offender Facing Child Sex Charges
A registered sex offender is now under arrest in Iredell County, accused of inappropriately touching an 11-year-old.
Man Attacked with Hatchet at Boone Bus Stop
A man in Boone is hurt after he says an acquaintance attacked him with a hatchet at a bus stop on Watauga Village Drive.
What's Revealed In The Madalina Cojocari Case Search Warrants
As we expected, they are heavily redacted, but we've still learned a few new things about this investigation.
Ranlo Police Officer Charged With Murder Is Fired
A Ranlo Police Officer is facing a first-degree murder charge for allegedly shooting Juan Avalo at a home on New Year's Day. Search warrants reveal the connection between the officer and Avalo.
Woman Hit and Killed by Car on The Plaza After She Made Threats With a Knife
CMPD says officers were talking to her when she backed into the roadway and was hit
Search Warrants Revealed in Madalina Cojocari Case
Search warrants are now public following the disappearance of 11-year-old Madalina Cojocari.
Drone Leads to Arrest of Felony Assault Suspect
UCSO Charlie Squad patrol deputies assisted the Monroe Police Department in the investigation of a felony assault that occurred at the Quick Stop Pantry on North Rocky River Road over the weekend.
Still Waiting For Court To Release Search Warrants In Madalina Cojocari Case
A judge decided on Friday to reverse her decision, in part, to completely seal the search warrants in the case of the missing 11-year-old girl from Cornelius.
Uber Driver Shot & Robbed; Two Suspects Arrested
A South Carolina man has been arrested, accused of shooting an Uber driver early Sunday morning in Charlotte.
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