Deputies Charge Gastonia Man & Woman With Multiple Sex Crimes Involving A Child
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Magistrate Suspended For 6 Months For Improper Emails
The South Carolina Supreme Court has suspended a Chester County magistrate for six months for improperly using her judicial email account.
Former Lancaster County School Resource Officer Arrested For Sexual Act With Minor On Social Media
A former Lancaster County school resource officer has been charged with two counts of criminal solicitation of a minor, according to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division.
Former FBI Assistant Director Says Parents Should Push School Leaders For Plan To Keep Students Safe
Chris Swecker, Former FBI Assistant Director and Charlotte attorney says card access systems, armed security guards and metal detectors should all be implemented in schools.
Dog Stabbed, American Flag Stolen During Burglary At Home In York
Deputies say a dog was stabbed and an American Flag was one of several items stolen during a burglary at a home in York.
Suspect Identified In Gastonia Shooting Turned Himself In
The 19-year-old suspect involved in the shooting that killed one person and seriously injured another has turned himself in to the Gaston County Police Department Detectives.
Former NFL Player Says He Was Racially Profiled At Concord Mills
A former NFL player who now lives in Concord says he was racially profiled while walking through the parking lot of Concord Mills.
Monroe Man Charged With Death By Distribution
The Union County Sheriff’s Department has charged 32-year-old Trenton Butler with death by distribution after concluding an overdose death investigation started in March 2022.
Police: Charlotte Man Facing Charges After Shooting Two People At Gastonia Business
A 53-year-old Charlotte man has been charged with attempted murder after police say he shot a man and woman at a Gastonia business Sunday morning.
60-Year-Old Charged With Murder In Fatal Salisbury Shooting
A 60-year-old has been arrested for fatally shooting a man in Salisbury Friday evening, according to deputies.
CMPD: 24-Year-Old Charged With Murder After Man Fatally Shot In Southwest Charlotte
A 24-year-old is facing a murder charge after a man was shot and killed in southwest Charlotte earlier this month, police say.
One Dead, Two Hurt After Shooting And Car Chase In Charlotte
One person is dead and two others are injured after a shooting and car chase that ended in northeast Charlotte early Monday morning.
Detectives Charge Maiden Man With Operating Chop Shop
A Maiden, N.C. man has been charged with operating a chop shop after investigators discovered him to be in possession of 47 Catalytic Convertors, an estimated value of $40,000.
Mecklenburg County Detention Officer Fired Over Assault Charges
A Mecklenburg County Detention Center officer was fired Friday after being arrested for the second time on assault charges stemming from an off-duty incident at his home.
SEC Accuses Charlotte Man Of Operating Ponzi Scheme
Federal authorities have accused a Charlotte man of operating a $7 million Ponzi scheme that defrauded at least 75 investors and using the money he gained to make mortgage payments and pay for private schools for his children.
Shoplifting Suspects Charged After Police Chase Ends In Multi-Vehicle Crash In Mooresville
Three suspects have been charged for their involvement in a shoplifting incident at a Tractor Supply in Mooresville on Tuesday, police say.
Man Dies After Shooting In Northeast Charlotte, Homicide Investigation Underway
Police have identified the victim of the northeast Charlotte shooting as 26-year-old Feliciano Aguilar-Sanchez.
Police: Lincolnton Man Arrested On Drug Charges
Deputies say citizen complaints over illegal drug activities launched an investigation that led to the arrest of one Lincolnton man on Thursday.
CMPD: One Dead, Northeast Charlotte Homicide Investigation Underway
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a homicide after a 41-year-old died earlier this month.
CMPD: Man Who Shot Into CATS Bus Several Times In South Charlotte In Custody
The man accused of shooting into a Charlotte Area Transit System bus several times on Wednesday has been taken into custody, according to Charlotte-Mecklenburg police.
CMPD: Fatal Stabbing In East Charlotte
Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are investigating a fatal stabbing in east Charlotte.
Federal Authorities: Man Arrested In Gaston County For Drug Trafficking Sentenced To Over 8 Years
A 54-year-old man from Mexico was arrested and sentenced to over 8 years in prison after being caught trafficking carfentanil in Gaston County, authorities say.
Suspect Wanted For Assaulting Woman At Mecklenburg County Courthouse In Custody
The 24-year-old suspect wanted for assaulting a woman at the Mecklenburg County Courthouse Tuesday has been arrested, according to the sheriff's office.
Man, Woman Charged With Trafficking Drugs After Catawba County Traffic Stop
Two people were arrested for trafficking cocaine and heroin after deputies conducted a traffic stop in Catawba County on Saturday.
9-Year-Old Child, Two Others Injured In South Charlotte Apartment Complex Shooting
Three people were injured, including a 9-year-old child, during a shooting at an apartment complex in south Charlotte Tuesday afternoon.
Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Vehicle In Northeast Charlotte
A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle in northeast Charlotte early Sunday.
Police: 40-Year-Old Fatally Shot In Statesville
A 40-year-old man was shot and killed in Statesville Tuesday morning, sparking an investigation, according to police.
CMPD: South Tryon Homicide Investigation
Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are investigating a case involving the death of a man on Friday, May 13th.
CMPD Releases Video In Hopes Of Identifying Juvenile Connected To East Charlotte Shooting
Detectives are asking for the public's help identifying a juvenile suspect wanted in connection to an east Charlotte shooting that occurred on April 30th.
Catawba County Police Seize Large Amount Of Drugs, Cash In Joint Investigation | PHOTOS
A joint investigation in Catawba County has led to the seizure of over 19 pounds of methamphetamine and $91,870 in cash, police say.
CMPD: Death Investigation Underway In South End
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a death in South End Friday afternoon.
Deputies: Alexis Man Arrested On Child Sexual Assault Charges After Missing Person Search
Following a missing person search Wednesday night, Lincoln County Deputies arrested a man on child sexual assault charges.
Police: One Shot, Killed In Statesville
Police are investigating after a deadly shooting in Statesville Thursday.
Three Arrested At Lenoir 'Fentanyl Distribution Compound'
Three people were arrested Wednesday afternoon at a fentanyl distribution compound after a two month long investigation, according to the Caldwell County Sheriff's Office.
Salisbury Police Officer Arrested For Assault In Alleged Domestic Violence Incident
A Salisbury police officer has been arrested for assault after an alleged domestic violence incident early Wednesday, according to the police department.
Police: 35-Year-Old Arrested, Charged With Murder In Hickory Homicide
A 35-year-old has been arrested and charged after a woman was found dead in Hickory Sunday morning.
Woman Facing Multiple Charges After 'Serious' Gastonia Crash
A Bessemer City woman is facing multiple charges, including DWI, after a serious collision involving a motorcycle Tuesday afternoon, according to the Gastonia Police Department.
Amazon Driver Gets 10 Years For Fatal Crash While On Meth
Prosecutors say a Charlotte man delivering packages as a contractor for Amazon has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to causing a fatal crash in South Carolina while high on methamphetamine.
NC State Troopers: Fatal Car Crash
NC State Highway Patrol responded to a fatal collision on Sunday, May 8.
Police: Man Charged In Kings Mountain Hit-And-Run That Killed One Pedestrian, Injured Another
One person is dead and another injured after a hit and run involving pedestrians in Kings Mountain Sunday evening, police say.
Man Injured After Shooting At Circle K In Rock Hill
An investigation is underway after a shooting in Rock Hill left a man injured Saturday afternoon, according to police.
29-Year-Old Fatally Shot In South Charlotte, Investigation Underway
Detectives have opened a homicide investigation after a man was shot and killed in south Charlotte early Sunday morning.
MCSO Issues Over 100 Violations During Traffic Enforcement Operation
The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office, in partnership with several local law enforcement agencies, conducted a traffic enforcement operation Wednesday night that ended in 189 violations being issued.
Police: Suspects Wanted For Armed Robbery On University Of South Carolina's Campus
A cash reward of up to $1,000 is being offered for any information leading to the arrest of two men for their alleged involvement in an armed robbery on the University of South Carolina campus.
'Armed And Dangerous': Authorities Search For Florida Murder Suspect Who May Be In SC Near NC Border
Authorities are looking for a fugitive wanted in connection to two Florida murders. The suspect is believed to be in upstate South Carolina and along the border in North Carolina.
Gaston County Police Arrest 2 Men In Operation Targeting Child Pornography
Earlier this week, Gaston County Police conducted an operation targeting child pornography that ended in the arrest of two men.
Police: No Charges Filed In Shooting At DaBaby's Troutman Home
According to the Troutman Police Department, no charges will be filed in the shooting that happened at Rapper DaBaby's home in Troutman.
Two Lincoln County Men Charged For Trafficking Fentanyl
An undercover investigation in Lincoln County has led to two men being arrested for trafficking fentanyl on Tuesday, according to the sheriff's office.
Governor Cooper Offers Reward For Information On 2020 Anson County Murder & Attempted Murder
Governor Cooper announced on Wednesday that North Carolina is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest of the person(s) responsible for shooting and killing one teenager and paralyzing another in Anson County in 2020.
York County Coroner's Office Says Woman Found Shot To Death In Her Home
Detectives have opened an investigation after finding a woman shot to death inside her York County home on Tuesday.
CMPD: Ex Pro-Skateboarder Arrested For Abusing Mentor Role To Sexually Assault Numerous Children In Charlotte
CMPD says is it aware of at least 8 victims who claim they were sexually assaulted by former professional skateboarder Wayne (Ray) Goff.
Police: Man Charged For Assault, Murder Of 39-Year-Old Woman In Salisbury
A man is facing charges for the assault and homicide of a 39-year-old woman that happened at a Salisbury home in March, according to police.
Active Drug Lab, Suspicious Items Consistent With Explosives Found In Albemarle Home
An investigation is underway after an active drug lab was found at a home in Albemarle Tuesday evening, police say.
Two Charged With Multiple Felony Drug Crimes After Undercover Investigation In Iredell County
Two people have been arrested after an undercover investigation led to the discovery of various drugs including meth, cocaine, and ecstasy at a Statesville home, according to deputies.
Libertarian VP Candidate Spike Cohen To Lead Protest In Gastonia For Arrested Homeless Veteran
Spike cohen makes his third visit to Gastonia to lead a protest in connection with the arrest of a homeless veteran and tasing of his service dog.
Student Arrested After Body Scanner Found Loaded Gun At High School In West Charlotte
A student was arrested Monday after a body scanner found a loaded gun on the campus of a high school in west Charlotte.
Juvenile Charged With Murder After Person Found Dead Near East Charlotte Elementary School
A 16-year-old has been charged with murder after a person was found dead near an east Charlotte elementary school on April 21, according to police.
CMPD: 18-Year-Old Charged With Murder For Deadly Shooting Near Northlake Mall
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has charged an 18-year-old with murder after a deadly shooting at a Target parking lot in north Charlotte.
Deputies Investigate Crime Allegation At Chester County Middle School
Deputies opened an investigation on Saturday after receiving information that a crime occurred at Lewisville Middle School.
CMPD: Two Killed In Northwest Charlotte Shooting
Police are investigating after finding two people fatally shot in northwest Charlotte Friday evening.
Monroe Police Arrest Man Charged With Murder After Boyte Street Shooting
Monroe Police arrested a man suspected of shooting and killing Jaleel Nivens outside a convenience store in Gastonia Thursday night.
CMPD: Person Found Shot, Injured At Adult Arcade In East Charlotte
A 34-year-old man was found shot and injured at an adult arcade in east Charlotte Friday morning, sparking an investigation, according to police.
Over 30 Animals Removed From Gaston County Home After Dog Fighting Investigation
Over 30 animals were removed from a Gastonia home Thursday morning after an investigation into dog fighting was sparked, authorities say.
Ghost Guns On The Rise
Ghost guns are on the rise. Charlotte-Mecklenburg police say an 18-year-old arrested in connection to a shooting that left one man possibly paralyzed is accused of making these guns and giving them to his friends.
Family Speaks Out To Suspect In Court Following Triple Murder In Rock Hill
A 17-year-old faces murder charges for allegedly shooting and killing two teenagers in a Rock Hill triple homicide Tuesday night. A third teen was also killed.
Lancaster Man Charged With Murder In 2021 Christmas Day Homicide
Police say a 36-year-old Lancaster man has been charged with murder in connection to the shooting death of Marico Stevens early on Christmas Day 2021.
Catawba County Traffic Stop Leads To Arrest Of Three People
Deputies say a Catawba County traffic stop led to the arrest of three people on Wednesday.
Man Wanted For Purchasing $3,000 Worth Of Items With Stolen Credit Card In Matthews
The Matthews Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying a suspect that made $3,000 worth of purchases on a stolen credit card.
Deputies: Man Facing Cocaine Trafficking Charge After Catawba County Search Warrant
A man is facing multiple charges, including trafficking in cocaine, after a search warrant was conducted at a Catawba home Tuesday, authorities say.
Wanted Woman Arrested After Leading Mooresville Police On Vehicle Chase
A vehicle chase in Mooresville led to the arrest of a woman who was wanted on multiple charges Wednesday, police say.
Dirt Bikes, Atv's, And Bikes Are Wreaking Havoc And Driving Dangerously In Uptown Says CMPD
Two of those riders are accused of being connected to a shooting leaving one man possibly paralyzed.
Two North Carolina Men Plead Guilty For Orchestrating $4 Million Ponzi Scheme
Authorities say two founders of a fake North Carolina "hedge fund" appeared in court on Wednesday and plead guilty to federal charges for orchestrating a $4 million Ponzi scheme.
Police Dog Finds Drugs in Two Student Vehicles At Lancaster High
A police dog alerted officers of drugs in two vehicles belonging to students at Lancaster High on Tuesday, April 26th, according to a news release.
Rep. Madison Cawthorn Cited For Having Gun At Charlotte-Douglas International Airport TSA Check Point
Charlotte-Douglas International Airport TSA seized a firearm from U.S Representative Madison Cawthorn during a bag check on Tuesday, April 26th, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
Man Arrested, Accused Of Throwing Asphalt Chunks Off Bridge At Trucks On I-77
Investigators are calling it a dangerous and disturbing incident. A man is accused of throwing chunks of asphalt off a bridge over I-77, hitting several trucks and injuring drivers.
Concord Man Arrested For Sexual Exploitation Of Minor
The Concord Police Department is investigating a sexual assault case involving 55-year Jeffery Boden.
Charlotte's West End Community Rallying Against Violence
People living in Charlotte's West End community are rallying together after a night of violence in their neighborhood.
McCrae Dowless, Key Player In 9th District Absentee Ballot Fraud Probe, Dies
The key player in a North Carolina absentee ballot fraud probe that led to a do-over congressional election has died. The family of Leslie McCrae Dowless Jr. and a friend confirmed he died Sunday at his daughter's Bladen County home.
Two Cornelius Men Face Federal Charges In Connection With Multi-Million Dollar Investment Ploy
Two residents of Cornelius are facing federal charges due to their involvement in a multi-million dollar investment scheme.
Cayce Police Officer Fatally Shot In The Line Of Duty
Cayce Police say, Officer Drew Barr, 28, was killed in the line of duty during a shooting, Sunday, April 24th.
EXPLAINER: How South Carolina Execution Firing Squad Works
It’s unknown how long a stay will hold off the execution of South Carolina’s first-ever inmate to be put to death by a firing squad as his attorneys pursue legal challenges.
Deputies: Union County Murder Suspect Sentenced To Life In Prison
Deputies say Byron Watkins was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole after pleading guilty to first degree murder for his involvement in the fatal shooting of a Union County mother in front of her two children.
Four Arrested, Charged For Stolen Property In Iredell County
Four people have been arrested in Iredell County after an investigation led to the discovery of stolen items, including a vehicle, and drugs, according to the sheriff's office.
Burke County Deputies Shoot, Injure Man Sparking Investigation
Burke County deputies shot a man Thursday night after he pointed a gun at a deputy's head, according to authorities.
Police: One Person Fatally Shot In West Charlotte
A person was shot and killed in west Charlotte Thursday night, sparking a homicide investigation, according to police.
Deputies: 2 Arrested In Union County Undercover Sting For Selling Fentanyl To Kids
An 18-year-old woman and her 20-year-old boyfriend were arrested after an undercover sting in Union County revealed the duo were selling fentanyl to juveniles, according to the Union County Sheriff's Office.
CMPD Hopes New Technology Helps Track Down Criminals Stealing Guns
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police say more than 230 guns have been stolen from vehicles this year in the city.
Concord Police Search For Suspect Of 2 Bank Robberies
The Concord Police Department is asking for the public's help with identifying the suspect responsible for two bank robberies in Concord on Wednesday.
CMPD Reports Spike In Guns Stolen From Cars In 2022
So far in 2022, at least 239 guns have been stolen out of cars near Charlotte, which is a 12 percent increase from last year, according to CMPD.
Deputies: 64-Year-Old Charged With Trafficking Over $61,000 Worth Of Drugs In Lenoir
A 64-year-old Lenoir man has been arrested and charged for trafficking meth and fentanyl, according to deputies.
Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office Seeking Leads In 2018 Homicide On Easter
A reward is being offered for any information leading to the arrest of any suspect(s) that were involved in a 2018 homicide on Easter in Chesterfield County.
Woman Arrested, Charged For Stabbing Boyfriend In Statesville
A 26-year-old has been charged for stabbing her boyfriend in Statesville Monday morning, police say.
CMPD: Man Charged With Murder In West Charlotte Homicide After Being Released From Hospital
Detectives have identified Alphonso Davis, 58, as the suspect responsible for the death of a woman in west Charlotte.
Morganton Man Arrested For Trafficking Over $45,000 Worth Of Meth
A 40-year-old Morganton man was arrested for meth trafficking after over $45,000 worth of drugs were seized, deputies say.
Man Arrested For Setting Highway Patrol Vehicles On Fire In Statesville
A 49-year-old Statesville man has been arrested after Highway Patrol cars were set on fire outside a convenience store Monday evening.
Cleveland County Deputy Stabbed While Trying To Rescue Two Children
Deputy John Humphries was stabbed while trying to rescue two children being held against their will by 33-year-old James Bolin on Tuesday, April 19th.
SLED: Former Kershaw County Investigator Arrested For Domestic Violence
Agents from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division arrested former Kershaw County investigator Cody Blackmon on Tuesday, April 19, 2022.
Man Found Fatally Shot Outside Lancaster County Home
A homicide investigation is underway in Lancaster County after a man was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds Monday evening.
Two Facing Drug Charges After Iredell County Traffic Stop
An Iredell County traffic stop led to two people facing drug related charges including meth trafficking, according to deputies.
Man Arrested, Charged For Pouring Gasoline Outside Boone Church
A 44-year-old man has been arrested for pouring gasoline outside a Boone church Saturday morning, according to police.
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