Local Crime

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.

Cases Of Guns Being Stolen From Cars On The Rise

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.

Highway Patrol Vehicles Set On Fire In Statesville

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.

Ballantyne Woman Beaten And Carjacked In Broad Daylight

What started as a pleasant Easter Sunday, turned into a nightmare for one Ballantyne woman.

SLED Arrest Greenville County Man For Identity Fraud

Agents with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division arrested 43-year-old Collis Law for Identification Fraud.

One Person Shot, Killed In North Charlotte

One person was shot and killed in north Charlotte Sunday evening, sparking a homicide investigation, according to police.

Police: Bond Set For Suspect Of South Carolina Mall Shooting That Left 14 Injured

A judge has set a $25,00 secured bond for the man allegedly involved in a shooting at a mall in Columbia, S.C. on Saturday that left 14 people injured, according to police.

SLED: Hampton County Club Shooting Injures At Least 9

SLED agents are investigating a shooting that occurred at Cara's Lounge in Hampton County Sunday morning after at least nine people were shot.

Boone Police Search For Man Accused Of Pouring Gas On Church

Police are searching for a man accused of pouring gasoline on a doorway and sidewalk leading into a church in Boone.

CMPD: Suspect Of South Charlotte Shooting Involving An Officer Arrested

A 34-year-old man is under arrest for allegedly stealing a car and trying to run over an officer while fleeing from law enforcement back in March, according to CMPD.

Police: 18-Year-Old Woman Killed In Shooting Outside Mint Hill Gas Station

Detectives have identified the woman shot and killed outside a Mint Hill gas station on Thursday as 18-year-old Jayla Symone Barnett.

One Dead, Another Arrested After Albemarle Shooting

One man is dead and another arrested after a fatal shooting in Albemarle Thursday afternoon, according to police.

CMPD Asking For Help Identifying 4 Armed Robbery Suspects

CMPD is asking for the public's help in identifying four men involved in the armed robbery of a north Charlotte business.

Police: 28-Year-Old Woman, Juvenile Charged In Kannapolis Shooting

Police have made two arrests in shooting that occurred on April 10th in Kannapolis.

Police: Gastonia Teacher Charged With Murder After 6-Week-Old Adopted Son Dies

A Gastonia man facing a murder charge after his 6-week-old adopted son died from physical abuse injuries he allegedly inflicted has also been suspended from his teaching duties.

CATS Bus Operator Injured Following Assault In Northwest Charlotte

Friends of the 60-year-old driver say a passenger on the bus hit her in the face with a trash can.

Greenville Police Search For Suspect Accused Of Hitting Woman With Plate Of Whipped Cream

Police are searching for a suspect after he assaulted a woman in downtown Greenville, S.C. by hitting her in the face with a plate of whipped cream.

Deputies Investigate Break-In, Theft At Lincoln County Rental Storage Facility

The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a break-in at a rental storage facility Sunday led to the theft of over $40,000 worth of equipment.

Man, Woman Arrested For Concealment Of Death In Rowan County

Two people have been arrested and charged for concealment of death after a victim was found dead in Rowan County on April 2, according to the sheriff's office.

CMPD: Charlotte Woman Charged With Murder

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has charged 27-year-old Courtney McKoy with murder on Saturday, April 9th.

Deputies Investigating Two Weekend Break-Ins At Dollar General Stores In Lincoln County

The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office is investigating after two different Dollar General stores were broken into over the weekend.

CMPD: South Charlotte Bank Robbery Suspect Located

Charlotte-Mecklenburg police say that an accused south Charlotte bank robbery suspect has been located.

Abducted Child In Wingate Has Been Located

Wingate Police say they have located a child abducted by 22-year-old Jhamira Bennet.

Maiden Man Arrested For Trafficking Heroin Near School

A 28-year-old Maiden man was arrested Friday for trafficking heroin near a school, according to police.

27-Year-Old Found Fatally Shot In Chester County

A 27-year-old was found fatally shot in Chester Saturday night, sparking a homicide investigation, according to the Chester County Sheriff's Office.

Police Investigating Shooting In SouthWest Charlotte

Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department say they are conducting an investigation after a man is found dead in the early hours of Saturday, April 10th.

China Grove Police Are Searching For A Suspect After Fatal Shooting

Police say a man is dead after being shot on Saturday, April 9.

Police Investigate a Homicide In East Charlotte

The Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a homicide in the 4500 block of Sharon Chase Drive.

Catawba County Officer Fired For DWI

An off-duty Catawba County officer was arrested early Saturday morning for driving drunk, according to the sheriff's office.

Police: Convicted Felon Arrested In Mooresville For Drug Trafficking | PHOTOS

Police arrested a 33-year-old man on Friday after executing search warrants on two Mooresville homes and seizing drugs, cash, and a gun.

CMPD Issues Warning After Group Stole Nearly 300 Gallons Of Gas By Rigging Pumps | VIDEO

CMPD is issuing a gas theft warning after nearly 300 gallons of gas, valued at more than $1,000, was stolen when a group rigged gas pumps at a Charlotte convenience store.

Police: 31-Year-Old Man Shot Multiple Times In Lancaster

A Lancaster shooting has left a 31-year-old man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds Wednesday night, police say.

Law Enforcement Reflects On One Year Since Mass Shooting In Rock Hill

A prominent doctor, his wife, two grandchildren, and two HVAC technicians were shot to death on April 7, 2021 at a home in Rock Hill.

Police: 22-Year-Old Lincoln County Woman Arrested For Trafficking Drugs

A 22-year-old Lincoln County woman was arrested on Monday after officers found a trafficking amount of Opium/Heroin in her car.

Taylorsville Father Charged With Child Abuse, Child Suffering From Broken Bones

A Taylorsville father was arrested Wednesday for child abuse after a baby sustained multiple broken bones, according to the sheriff's office.

Deputies: Newton Man Charged With Trafficking In Opioids After Traffic Stop

A 19-year-old has been arrested after a Catawba County traffic stop led to the seizure of opioids, according to the sheriff's office.

CMPD Asking For Public's Help Identifying West Charlotte Armed Robbery Suspect

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying a suspect accused of armed robbery in west Charlotte.

A Local Mother Sent Her Son A Message Of Love Moments Before He Was Murdered, Now She Demands Justice For His Killer

The last text Christina Michaels sent to her oldest son on March 22nd: "I love you anyways."

CMPD: 15-Year-Old Charged With Murder After Teen Fatally Shot Near North Charlotte Apartment

A 15-year-old has been charged with murder after a teen boy died two days after being found shot near a north Charlotte apartment complex in February, police say.

Southwest Charlotte Officer Involved Shooting Extended

CMPD: Officer Shoots, Injures Person At Southwest Charlotte Apartment Complex

A Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officer shot and injured a person early Wednesday morning after a report that someone was chasing a person with a gun in southwest Charlotte, according to CMPD.

Police: 1 Dead, 3 Injured After Shooting In Parking Lot Of Shelby, N.C. Business

Police say an 18-year-old was killed and another person was injured after a shooting broke out in the rear parking lot of Skooterz Saloon in Shelby early Saturday morning.

Deputies: Iredell County Man Busts Into Family Home Under The Influence At 2AM

Iredell County deputies arrested a man who allegedly entered a family's home under the influence on Monday, April 4.

Police: 6 Men Charged In Deadly Shooting On Lancaster Basketball Court | PHOTOS

Investigators have brought charges on six men for their involvement in a 2021 shooting in Lancaster that left one man dead and another seriously injured.

CMPD: 14-Year-Old Arrested For Fatally Shooting Teen In North Charlotte

A 14-year-old has been arrested for the fatal north Charlotte shooting that left a teenage boy dead Tuesday morning, police say.

Police Ask For Public's Help Identifying Matthews Fraud Suspect

The Matthews Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying man accused of fraudulently purchasing over $3,000 worth of merchandise Wednesday morning.