Gaston County Mugshots June 21st
Check out theΒ Gaston County mugshots from Saturday, June 21st.
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Staffers charged with assaulting facility residents
Two men who work at a developmental center in Morganton were charged after being accused of assaulting two residents of the center.
Mecklenburg County Mugshots June 20th
Check out theΒ Mecklenburg County mugshots from Friday, June 20th.
Gaston County Mugshots June 20th
Check out theΒ Gaston County mugshots from Friday, June 20th.
One person shot in afternoon shooting on North Church Street
One person is in the hospital after a shooting in north Charlotte just outside of Uptown.
Guilty verdict for man accused of killing Deidre Reid
A guilty verdict for the man accused of killing a mother of three from Pageland. On Thursday, a jury in Chesterfield County convicted Emanuel Bedford in the 2021 murder of Deidre Reid.
Crime Scene Investigators work Charlotte's latest shooting
The scene was at Rex Chapman Road off Milton Road at the Sycamore Station apartments. MEDIC confirms it took one person to the hospital with life threatening injuries.
UPDATE: Woman found dead under water in west Charlotte identified
A woman found dead under water in west Charlotte has been identified as 46-year-old Sarah Ward.
Police: Man exposed himself to child at local skate park
A man is facing charges after CMPD say he exposed himself to a child at a park. Police arrested and charged Gabriel Hamrick with indecent exposure on Tuesday.
Man sentenced to life in prison after 2019 murder of local cell phone shop owner
Elchin Khalilov was 29-years-old when he was killed. Tyrone Miller was found guilty of first degree murder and several other charges.
Six now charged in "especially violent" assault and kidnapping in Union Co.
In late February, Union County Sheriffβs deputies found a man severely beaten on Hayes Road. He was naked in 20 degree weather, and had his hands tied behind his back.
Shooting threat leads to lockdown of Lincolnton businesses and city offices
Some downtown buildings and city offices in Lincolnton were on a precautionary lockdown Tuesday afternoon, according to a city official.
UPDATE: Former Charlotte hotel where woman and baby were found dead is closing
A former Charlotte hotel that had been used as a drug recovery center is closing following the deaths of a woman and a baby.
Driver charged with DUI after crash that killed woman in Gastonia
A 21-year-old driver is charged with Felony Death by Mother Vehicle, DUI, Failing to Stop at a Steady Red Signal, and Reckless Driving after a crash that killed a woman in Gastonia Monday night.
One person hurt in north Charlotte shooting
One person is being treated for life-threatening injuries following a shooting Monday afternoon in north Charlotte.
Woman charged with attempted murder in Monroe, man still wanted
A 66-year-old man is recovering after he was stabbed several times in Monroe over the weekend. Police arrested a woman and are still looking for a man in connection to the stabbing.
Suspect arrested after convenience store shooting in Gastonia
A man is in custody accused of shooting a convenience store clerk in Gastonia and a man at a gathering in Forest City on Friday. Christian Campbell faces several charges in connection to the shootings.
CMPD investigating homicide in east Charlotte
One person is dead after a homicide in east Charlotte on Saturday night.
CMPD: Two arrested, one injured after conclusion of "No Kings" protest in Uptown Charlotte
CMPD says that after the conclusion of the rally, a smaller group of approximately 200 individuals, who were not affiliated with the event organizers, remained in the Uptown area and engaged in additional marches resulting in two arrests.
UPDATE: Man shot and killed at apartment complex in Indian Land identified
The coroner says 26-year-old Justin Pullom is the man found shot to death Thursday morning in the parking lot at the Parkstone at Indian Land apartments.
UPDATE: Sixth suspect arrested in connection to Catawba Co. mass shooting
The Catawba County Sheriff's Office says Charles Rodell Kincaid III is charged with attempted first degree murder in connection to the June 1, 2025 mass shooting.
Person killed at Charlotte apartment complex
One person died after a shooting at an apartment complex in the University City area Wednesday night, according to police.
Republican SC House member charged with distributing child sexual abuse material
A Republican South Carolina House member has been arrested and charged with 10 counts of distributing sexual abuse material involving children.
SC pastor and his wife face disturbing child abuse allegations
Myron Chorbajian is accused of performing sexual acts with children and beating them. Police say his wife Kathy was aware of the abuse, and did not attempt to stop it.
Judge lowers bond for Gastonia parents charged in their son's death
A Gaston County judge has lowered the bond for Samuele Jenkins and Jessica Ivey. A judge initially set their bond at $1.5 million each.
Cellphones found at scene of Catawba Co. house party shooting
According to the Catawba County Sheriff's Office, investigative agencies have recovered a number of cell phones at the scene on Walnut Acres Drive. The phones appear to have been lost during the attack.
Woman charged after 7-month-old foster child dies in hot minivan
A baby left inside a minivan in Hamlet died from exposure to excessive heat, according to police. The child's foster mother, Djuna Bostick, is charged with involuntary manslaughter and child abuse.
UPDATE: 12 hurt after fight inside south Charlotte fast food restaurant
A fight inside the McDonald's on South Tyron Street ended with 12 people hurt, three of which were taken to the hospital Tuesday morning. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police say the fight happened just before 10:30 am and that no deadly weapon was used.
Pentagon draws up rules on possible use of force by Marines deployed to LA protests
The Pentagon was scrambling Monday to establish rules to guide U.S. Marines who could be faced with the rare and difficult prospect of using force against citizens on American soil.
Pineville Police looking for shooter who hurt 1 during illegal street takeover
Police in Pineville are investigating a shooting that happened during an illegal street takeover. Investigators say it happened just after 4 Sunday morning in the Park Road area.
Driver wanted for hitting and killing man pushing bicycle in Clover
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is looking for a driver who hit and killed a man early Sunday morning.
Two charged after Gastonia man killed in his front yard
Two men are charged in connection to the deadly shooting of a man who police say happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time in Gastonia.
4 Catawba County mass shooting suspects expected in court Monday
Toland Huff Junior, Zachary Bates, Izaiah Mitchell, and Keβandre Mack are facing a judge after more charges were added on Friday.
Search for shooter after 2 people hurt in drive-by shooting in Monroe
A drive-by shooting in Monroe sent two people to the hospital Sunday night. The shooting happened around 11 pm at a house on E. East Avenue.
Chinese hackers and user lapses turn smartphones into a 'mobile security crisis'
Cybersecurity investigators noticed a highly unusual software crash β it was affecting a small number of smartphones belonging to people who worked in government, politics, tech and journalism.
Outlaw Motorcycle Club House shooting leaves one dead, one critically injured in Newton
One person is dead and another person is in critical condition following a shooting at the Outlaw Motorcycle Club House, according to Newton Police.
Person shot during street takeover in Pineville shopping center parking lot
Authorities say a person was shot after a fight broke out during an illegal street takeover in Pineville.
Protesters and immigration authorities face off for a second day in LA area after arrests
Tear gas and smoke filled the air on the southern outskirts of Los Angeles on Saturday as confrontations between immigration authorities and demonstrators extended into a second day.
Lincoln County man charged after shooting at neighboring homes
The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man who fired shots at neighbor's homes while they were still occupied.
Names and charges piling up as investigators work "fast-moving" and "complex" investigation of deadly Catawba Co. house party
Detectives have so far named eight people they say are connected to the deadly event. Those people face charges ranging from attempted murder to accessory after the fact to promoting underage drinking.
Woman charged in connection to Catawba County mass shooting
Authorities say they arrested a woman connected to the Catawba County mass shooting.
Catawba Co. Sheriff says "it's infuriating" that judge gave bond to attempted murder suspect
Authorities say Garon Killian fired shots into a crowd early Sunday morning, killing one person and injuring 11 others. Law enforcement agencies are outraged at the bond amount, which was set against the recommendation of the district attorney.
Prayer vigil for 7-year-old girl shot in head while sleeping
Pageland, SC police say that drive-by shooting happened around one Sunday morning on Brewer Circle. Skylar Baker was airlifted to the hospital.
Toddler shot by unsecured gun in Charlotte apartment
A 2-year-old boy has serious injuries after he was shot with an unsecured gun.
Man arrested after mass shooting in Catawba County
An arrest has been made in connection to a mass shooting that killed one man and left 11 others hurt.Β
7-year-old girl in critical condition after drive-by shooting in Pageland
Investigators are asking anyone in the area that has cameras outside to contact police and share the footage.
2 arrested at Randolph Middle School, accused of attacking staff & trespassing
A mother is facing charges after warrants say she attacked the principal of Randolph Middle School and choked the superintendent. The incident happened on May 5.
Tiawana Brown's daughter asks judge for permission to travel to Jamaica despite federal charges
A daughter of Charlotte City Councilwoman Tiawana Brown, who has also been indicted on fraud charges, is asking a federal judge if she can go to Jamaica.
First look at suspected gunman accused of killing 1 and injuring an officer
We are getting our first look at the teen who died in a shootout with Monroe Police over the weekend. Officers shot and killed Joshua Sikes following a chase after he shot an officer early Saturday morning.
Third person arrested in connection to stolen dog
20-year-old Tahari Taylor was arrested on Friday in connection to the theft of Julio, a 6-year-old French Bulldog.Β Taylor is one of at least three people arrested in the case.
Man charged after argument leads to shooting in Rock Hill
An argument between two people ended with a man in the hospital suffering from a gunshot wound to his hip, police say.
Officer injured and 18-year-old homicide suspect killed after shootout with police
An 18-year-old homicide suspect is dead and an officer is recovering after a shooting, according to Monroe Police.
Suspect arrested in north Charlotte shooting
A suspect has been arrested in connection to a north Charlotte shooting on Saturday.
One dead, three injured in multi-car crash
One person died and three others were injured in a three-car collision in Iredell County on Saturday night.
One dead, 11 hurt in Catawba County mass shooting
One person is dead and nearly a dozen more are injured from a mass shooting in Hickory early Sunday morning.
One dead, one injured from single-vehicle wreck in Mooresville
One person is dead and another is recovering following a single-vehicle crash in Mooresville on Friday night.
Former officer charged with straw purchasing firearm
A former Gastonia Police officer is facing new federal charges after authorities say she bought a gun and gave it to someone else.
CMPD investigating two overnight homicides
CMPD is investigating a pair of overnight homicides, both in north Charlotte.
Armed suspect killed after shooting Monroe police officer
A suspect was shot and killed after allegedly shooting a Monroe police officer early Saturday morning.
Witnesses say shots fired at woman, baby in east Charlotte
Witnesses tell our crew 3 people wearing ski masks walked up to a nearby playground and started firing shots. The witnesses tell us the target appeared to be a woman pushing a baby in a stroller.
Driver arrested after hitting bicyclist in Boone and leaving the scene
A man is facing several charges after police say he hit a bicyclist with his truck and left the scene. The accident happened on Thursday on US Highway 421 and Bamboo Road in Boone.
Missing girl and biological mother with active warrants found in Charlotte
A four-year-old girl reported missing in Huntersville has been found safe in Charlotte with her biological mother.
CMPD arrests man they say is seen on video trying to strangle an Uber driver
Police say Sean Smith attacked Osvaldo Rivera from the back seat. Smith is charged with strangulation and two counts of simple assault.
Parents charged after their child is killed while trying to cross the street, police say "adults must be held accountable."
Jessica Ivey and Samuele Jenkins are facing charges in connection with their child's death. Their charges include involuntary manslaughter and felony child neglect.
Road rage incident spills off of I-77, leads to shooting in Statesville neighborhood
The search continues for a suspect after a road rage incident ends in a shootout. It happened around two Thursday afternoon in a Statesville neighborhood. That neighborhood is near I-77, on Wall Street.
Teen dies after triple-shooting in n. Charlotte, suspect's charges upgraded
A man has now been charged with murder in the death of a 16-year-old boy. The boy died days after a triple-shooting in north Charlotte. It happened Friday night on Stroud Court.
UPDATE: Victim and suspect in north Charlotte murder identified
A triple shooting in north Charlotte is now a homicide after police say a teenage victim died from his injuries.
Animal advocacy group calls for more charges in burning possum case
Officers arrested 30-year-old Cameron Torrence earlier this month and charged him with animal cruelty. He's the only one charged, despite many believing there were multiple people involved.
Monroe Police K9 tracks and finds 2 suspected teen car thieves
Police say Narco followed the scent of the teen suspects through the woods and a field for a mile before finding them.
2 arrested for kidnapping a toddler in south Charlotte
Donnell Cochran and Tanika Barnes are both charged with first-degree kidnapping and felony conspiracy. Cochrane also faces cocaine charges and firearms charges.
Questions remain in Lenoir infant daycare death
A baby who died at a Lenoir daycare facility was laid to rest Tuesday afternoon. Sixteen month old Madolyn βMaddyβ Mitchell died at Creative Beginnings daycare back on May 19th.
Monroe Police K9 catches 14-year-old car theft suspect
Two teenage car theft suspects are in custody thanks to Monroe Police K9 Narco. Police say Narco followed the scent of the suspects through the woods and a field for a mile before finding them.
Memorial Day shooting sends one to the hospital with life-threatening injuries
One person is facing life-threatening injuries after a shooting on Westpark Drive in south Charlotte. It happened at an apartment complex around 2pm on Memorial Day.
Tuesday funeral for toddler who died at Lenoir daycare
A funeral is set for the 16-month-old who died last week at a Lenoir daycare facility. Maddy Amara-Serenity Mitchell will be laid to rest Tuesday afternoon at Water Life Church.
10 people shot at holiday weekend party on South Carolina boat
Ten people were shot during a fight that started on a private boat holding a holiday weekend party Sunday night on the South Carolina coast, authorities said.
CMPD investigating homicide in north Charlotte
One person died in a shooting in north Charlotte on Saturday night.
Large police presence outside arcade in east Charlotte
A late-night crime scene outside the Freedom Arcade at North Sharon Amity Road and Albemarle Road. That's in east Charlotte.
Local school custodian arrested, charged with assaulting a student
A school custodian has been arrested. Alan Pryor is charged with assault and battery on a student. Pryor turned himself into police on Friday.
Friday afternoon shooting sends 2 to the hospital with life-threatening injuries
It happened around 5:30 Friday evening on Stroud Park Court.
Charlotte City Councilwoman, 2 daughters make first appearance in federal court
Tiawana Brown and her daughters pleaded not guilty Friday on multiple federal charges related to $124,000 of fraudulently obtained PPP loans.
Increased reward in Asha Degree investigation
There is now an increased reward for information in the disappearance of 9-year-old Asha Degree. The Cleveland County Sheriff's Office announced the increased reward, totaling $75,000 on Friday.
2nd suspect charged in deadly Salisbury shooting
A second suspect is in jail charged in connection to the murder of an 18-year-old in Salisbury.
Man sentenced to life in prison for Newton woman's murder
Family members say justice has been served after a jury convicted a man charged with the murder of a woman in Newton.
Councilwoman faces federal fraud charges, asks "Why would I resign?"
Charlotte City Councilwoman Tiawana Brown says she will not resign after being indicted on federal charges. Brown and her two daughters are accused of fraudulently getting $124,000 in COVID-relief funds and spending some of it on a lavish birthday party. The District 3 representative is vowing to fight the charges.
Troubling trend of thefts at South End bars
More thefts are happening in South End. We told you last week about a troubling trend happening at a popular south CharlotteΒ bar.
City Councilmember and daughters indicted on federal charges
Charlotte City Council member Tiawana Brown and her daughters have been indicted on federal charges connected to COVID pandemic relief funds.
UPDATE: Chester Walmart reopens after incident in parking lot
The Walmart on J A Cochran Bypass in Chester reopened Thursday afternoon after being closed for a about two hours because of an incident in the parking lot.
Local daycare worker charged after toddler dies at facility
Police arrested 29-year-old Alexandra Coffey on Wednesday. She is charged with involuntary manslaughter and was given half a million dollars bond. We have also learned that the state has suspended the daycare's business license.
Charlotte Mom facing charges after repeat offender son is accused of stealing dog
A Charlotte mom is facing charges in connection to a stolen French Bulldog that she says she never took. The dog was inside a car in North Charlotte when police say several juveniles including her son stole the vehicle back in April. The mom says she's in desperate need of help for resources to get her teen under control.
Remains of missing Charlotte man found at NC scrapyard
The remains of a man reported missing in Charlotte almost 10 years ago have been found about an hour away in Davidson County.
SC death row inmate from Rock Hill wants to volunteer to die after friends are executed
A South Carolina inmate whose best friend and four other inmates have been put to death in less than a year appears to want to die himself.
Charlotte man sentenced for assaulting postal carriers
A Charlotte man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison followed by three years of probation after he assaulted two U.S. Postal Service mail carriers.
Ex-York Co. Sheriff's Deputy arrested, charged with ill treatment of animals
Amari Anne Mitchell (L) is the former deputy. She and Kaitlyn Johnson were arrested last week after an investigation found Mitchell had left her dog outside for several days without adequate food, water or shelter.
UPDATE: Man accused of stabbing pregnant woman to death extradited to Rock Hill
A man is accused of stabbing a pregnant woman he was in a relationship with during an argument has been extradited to Rock Hill.
Violent weekend in Charlotte leaves 3 people dead, including 2 teens
All three cases are under investigation. Call Crimestoppers if you have any information that can help police.
York County deputy arrested for animal mistreatment
A York County deputy has been charged with felony ill-treatment of animals.Β
17-year-old killed in shooting near Uptown
A 17-year-old was killed in an early morning shooting near Uptown
Man shot and killed at West Charlotte food truck lot
CMPD says 27-year-old Najee Pendergrass was shot and killed early Saturday morning at a food truck lot off Freedom Drive in West Charlotte.
Friday night shooting outside Charlotte gas station sends one person to the hospital
It happened at the Marathon gas station at the intersection of The Plaza and Sugar Creek Road.
Iredell Co. man charged with murder after calling 911 saying he shot his wife
A man is in jail charged with murder after the Iredell County Sheriff says he called 911 and said he shot his wife.
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