Man Charged For Catawba County Hit-And-Run That Left Motorcyclist With Serious Injuries
A 35-year-old man has been charged for his involvement in aΒ hit-and-run collision in Catawba County on Friday that left one motorcyclist with serious injuries.
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Suspect Charged, Man Seriously Injured After Shooting Outside Caldwell County Courthouse In Lenoir
A 48-year-old man has been charged after a victim was sent to the hospital following a shooting in front of the Caldwell Count Courthouse in Lenoir Monday morning.
Charlotte Community Honors Victims Of Gun Violence 8 Years After Their Murder
A balloon release ceremony was held for Inna Gonzalez and Davion Funderburk.
CMPD: Drunk Driver Runs Red Light Fatally Striking Pedestrian In Northwest Charlotte
A pedestrian was killed and a Lexus driver was seriously injured after a drunk driver ran a red light in northwest Charlotte early Saturday morning, Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives say.
CMPD: Driver Faces Charges In Fatal South Charlotte Hit-And-Run
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives say a Honda driver is facing charges for his involvement in a fatal collision in south Charlotte where he fled the scene.
Sheriff: Mecklenburg Co. Detention Officer Fired For Assaulting Inmate
Sheriff Garry McFadden says a former Mecklenburg County Detention Officer was fired on Friday for assaulting an inmate back in May.
Charlotte Man Convicted For His Role In A String Of Armed Robberies, Federal Authorities Say
A federal jury in Charlotte has convicted 38-year-old Ron Garland for his role in several armed robberies, attempted robberies, and related firearm offenses.
Registered Lincoln County Sex Offender Found Guilty For 2019 Sexual Assault
A 56-year-old Lincolnton man was found guilty by a Lincoln County Superior Court jury in connection with a sexual assault that happened in 2019.
26-Year-Old Charlotte Man Charged For Murder In Kannapolis Homicide Investigation
A 26-year-old Charlotte man has been arrested for murder in connection to a Kannapolis homicide case that happened on July 3, according to police.
27-Year-Old Woman Arrested For South Charlotte Bank Robbery
A 27-year-old woman has been charged for the Tuesday evening robbery of a south Charlotte Wells Fargo Bank, according to Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives.
Police: Suspect Wanted For Robbery Of Gastonia Business
The Gastonia Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying a suspect that robbed a business on June 26.
Man Charged With Murder After 16-Year-Old Boy Dies Following Fourth of July Shooting In South End
Charlotte-Mecklenburg police have charged a man for the fatal Fourth of July shooting that killed a 16-year-old boy in South End.
Three People Shot, One Stabbed In Rowan County
Detectives are investigating after three people were shot and one person was stabbed in Rowan County.Β
21-Year-Old Man Found Dead In Mint Hill Apartment, Investigation Underway
Police have identified the victim who was fatally shot at a Mint Hill apartment complex early Tuesday morning as a 21-year-old man.
CMPD: Woman Shot, Killed In West Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating after a woman was shot and killed in west Charlotte early Wednesday morning.
Only On WCCB: Statesville Boy Speaks Out About Violence, One Week After Being Shot
7-Year-Old Maliki Ramseur is one of three children shot last Monday in their Statesville neighborhood. One child was killed. No one has been arrested for the crime.
Police Arrest 4 People After Shots Fired Towards Homes In Monroe
Monroe Police arrested four people Sunday night for firing shots towards residential homes with AR-15-style guns.Β
CMPD: Drunk Driver Kills Woman In West Charlotte Hit & Run
Detectives say a 33-year-old woman was killed in West Charlotte after a fatal hit-and-run collision on Sunday.
Police Investigate Shooting at South End Intersection; 1 Person Seriously Injured
A heavy police presence in South End on Sunday afternoon as CMPD investigates the city's latest shooting.
Parents Speak Out After Six-Year-Old Dies in Street Racing Crash
We're hearing from the parents of a six-year-old boy killed in a street racing crash. Liam Lagunas and his father Santiago, who is now out of the hospital, were innocent victims after one of the cars street racing - crossed the center line, hitting them head on. It happened on U.S. 74 in Gaston County last Saturday night.
CMPD: Detectives Investigate A Fatal Shooting At A Southeast Charlotte Apartment Complex
Detectives have identified the victim in the fatal southeast Charlotte shooting as 24-year-old Jason Farmer.Β
Police: Man Fires Gun From Vehicle In Downtown Boone, 1 Person Injured
Police responded to a shooting on King Street in downtown Boone, N.C. on Saturday where one person was injured.
Deputies: Couple Arrested In Lancaster County After Drugs, Guns, And Cash Seized From HomeΒ
Officers arrested a man and a woman in Lancaster County Wednesday afternoon after finding illegal drugs, guns, and cash inside the home.
Passenger Arrested After Jumping Out Of Plane Emergency Exit Door At Charlotte Airport
A passenger on their flight out of Charlotte Douglas International Airport was arrested Thursday night after opening the emergency exit door of the plane and jumping out.
Rock Hill Police Officers Named In Controversial Arrest Of Ricky Price
The Rock Hill Police Officers involved in the controversial arrest of Ricky Price were named during his preliminary hearing on Friday at the Moss Justice Center.Β
Deputies: Armed Man Arrested For Holding Woman Hostage Inside Catawba County Home
Catawba County deputies say a hostage situation in Claremont, N.C. ended peacefully Wednesday night after several hours of negotiation.
Gaston County Man Charged For Possession Of Child Porn
A 39-year-old Dallas, North Carolina man has been charged with possession of child pornography, according to the Gaston County Police Department.
Juvenile, 24-Year-Old Man Charged In Fatal Northwest Charlotte Shooting
A juvenile and a 24-year-old man have been charged in connection to a deadly northwest Charlotte shooting that happened Tuesday night, police said.
Police: Man Shoots And Kills 3 Family Members Before Setting Home On Fire In Lenoir
Detectives say new evidence reveals Ronald "Jimmy" Ward, 29, shot his two sisters and father before intentionally setting the home in Lenoir on fire and shooting himself.
An Emotional Candlelit Vigil After A Deadly Street Racing Crash Claims The Life Of A 6-Year-Old Boy
Liam Lagunas mother and father were hand-in-hand at a vigil for their 6-year-old son. Their grief was palpable. Liam and his father, Santiago, were on their way to get ice cream. Moments later, one of the alleged street racers crossed the center line and hit them head-on, killing 6-year-old Liam.
8-Year-Old Killed, Two Others Hurt After Statesville Drive-By Shootings
A 8-year-old girl was killed and two other children were hurt after two separate drive-by shootings in Statesville Monday night.
Four People Found Shot to Death After Apparent Explosion in Lenoir
Four people were found shot to death after an apparent explosion at a home in Lenoir on Wednesday morning. Investigators are still working to determine how it all started.
CMPD: Police Chase Out Of Charlotte Ends After A Serious Crash In South Carolina
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives say two drivers were seriously injured after a police chase from Charlotte ended in a crash in South Carolina early Wednesday morning.
CMPD Officer Charged In Domestic Violence Investigation
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have charged one of their own officers in a domestic violence investigation.
CMPD: 24-Year-Old Man Charged With Murder After Fatal East Charlotte Shooting
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has charged a 24-year-old man after a deadly east Charlotte shooting that happened early Sunday.
District Attorney: U.S. Marshal Who Shot Man At East Charlotte Gas Station Will Not Face Charges
No charges will be filed against the U.S. Marshal who shot and killed Frankie Jennings at a gas station on The Plaza in March, according to the Mecklenburg County District Attorney Spencer Merriweather III.
Woman Charged In Northeast Charlotte Hit-And-Run That Killed 13-Year-Old
A woman has been arrested for hitting and killing a 13-year-old boy with her vehicle in a northeast Charlotte hit-and-run that happened early Sunday, according to police.
New Jersey Man Facing Child Sex Crime Charges In Iredell County
A New Jersey man is facing several charges after the Iredell County Sheriff's Office said he sent inappropriate messages to a local North Carolina child in 2019.
Woman Tried to Save 6-Year-Old Boy Killed in Crash Caused by Street Racing
A deadly street racing crash claims the life of a 6-year-old boy. He and his father, innocent victims, after one of the cars street racing -- crossed the center line. We're now hearing from a woman who tried to save the little boy's life.
Family, Friends Honor The Life of Woman Killed During Beatties Ford Road Shootings
Loved ones released balloons Sunday celebrating the life of Kelly Miller.
Six-Year-Old Dies After Car Struck in Gaston Co. Street Racing Crash
Highway Patrol says a six-year-old has died following a street racing crash in Gaston County. Investigators say two cars were racing on U.S. 74 near Sparrow Springs Road just before 9:30 on Saturday night, when one of the cars crashed into a third car with a father and child inside.
Detectives Investigate Deadly Shooting In East Charlotte
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives say they are investigating a homicide in east Charlotte after a 42-year-old man was shot and killed Saturday night.
Gastonia Police Search For Armed Robbery Suspect
Gastonia Police are asking for the public's help finding a suspect wanted in an armed robbery that occurred Saturday afternoon.
CMPD: 3 Charged For Shooting And Killing Man In South Charlotte Hotel Room
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives have charged three suspects for the murder of Dean Varian, 31, who is the victim in the fatal south Charlotte shooting that occurred early Saturday morning
Concord Man Arrested After Seen Behind Mall Dumpster With Child, Suspected Of Victimizing Children For Decades
A 66-year-old man was arrested after he was seen behind a mall dumpster with a minor Thursday, police said.
Police: 2-Year-Old Found Dead In The Parking Lot Of A Gaston County Business
Police have opened an investigation after they say a 2-year-old was found dead in a car in the parking lot of a Gaston County business on Thursday.
Gastonia Police Arrest Man Accused Of Stealing Woman's Purse At A Gas Station
Police say Deshawn Baxter, 21, is under arrest for his involvement in a robbery at a gas station in Gastonia. The suspect was wanted for stealing a woman's purse on June 21st at a QuikTrip, after approaching her to ask for baby formula, then pointing a gun on someone else attempting to help.
CMPD: 26-Year-Old Man Fatally Shot Multiple Times In Northeast Charlotte
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives have identified 26-year-old Dontae Kennedy as the victim in this case.
North Carolina Man Accused Of Stuffing Girlfriend In Tote
A North Carolina man is accused of killing his girlfriend, taking her body to Tennessee and asking a friend to help him dispose of it, police said.
Police: University Student Arrested On Child Porn Charges In Albemarle
Detectives say an off campus Pfeiffer University student is under arrest for possession and distribution of child porn.
Deputies: 34-Year-Old Man Charged With Attempted Murder For A Stabbing In Midland
Detectives say a 34-year-old man is charged with attempted murder after he allegedly stabbed someone in Midland, N.C. early Thursday morning.
Police: 3 People Shot After A Dispute At A Family Dollar In Northwest Charlotte
Police say three people were shot and taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries after some sort of altercation broke out at a Family Dollar in northwest Charlotte on Thursday.
Blowing Rock Police Search For 2 Suspects Wanted For Armed Robbery
Blowing Rock Police are asking for the public's help identifying two men allegedly involved in an armed robbery that occurred Tuesday morning.
CMPD: 75-Year-Old Man Shot & Killed During Domestic Dispute In West Charlotte, Homicide 'Justified'
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives say the fatal shooting of Edward Moses, 75, in west Charlotte has been classified as a justified homicide.
CMPD: 25-Year-Old Man Charged With Murder In West Charlotte Homicide Case
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has charged a 25-year-old man in a February homicide investigation where one person was killed in a west Charlotte home.
York County Man Gets 20 Years For Voyeurism, Exploitation Of A Minor
A York County man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the sexual exploitation of minors and voyeurism.
One Year Later, Community Honors Victims Killed In Mass Shooting, Leaders Push CMPD To Solve Case
Hundreds turned out for a silent memorial walk Tuesday on Beatties Ford Road to honor four victims killed on June 22, 2020.
Bond Denied For South Carolina Couple Charged In Multi-State Killing Spree
A South Carolina couple, Tyler Terry and Adrienne Simpson, that have been linked to five murders across multiple states are now facing more charges in York County.
CMPD: 1 Dead, 1 Injured In Fatal East Charlotte Shooting
Detectives say one person died and another person was injured after a fatal shooting in east Charlotte early Sunday morning.
Police: Burglary Suspect Arrested For Assaulting Sleeping Man In Boone
Police say a 44-year-old man is under arrest for robbing and assaulting a sleeping man in Boone, N.C. on June 9th.
Police: 64-Year-Old Woman Walking In Downtown Davidson Dies After Car Hits Her
Police say they are investigating a pedestrian fatality after a 64-year-old woman was hit and killed by a car while walking in downtown Davidson Thursday afternoon.
Matthews Police Search For 2 Larceny Suspects Believed To Be Part Of Organized Theft Ring
Detectives with the Matthews Police Department are attempting to identify two suspects who allegedly stole over $8,900 worthΒ of retail merchandise.
Warrant: Mom Made Daughter Bury 4-Year-Old Sister In Backyard
The mother of a 4-year-old girl whose remains were found at a Charlotte home last month forced her 13-year-old daughter to help bury her sister in the backyard, according to a search warrant.
Citing Withheld Evidence In Charlotte Homicide Case, Judge Frees Death Row Inmate
A North Carolina man who was convicted 12 years ago in a womanβs stabbing death has been freed by a judge who cited the discovery of evidence that could have strengthened his defense but wasnβt shared with his attorneys.
Police Investigate An Officer-Involved Shooting In Bessemer City, Suspect Killed Β
Gaston County Police say a man was killed in an officer-involved shooting that occurred near a home in Bessemer City on Wednesday.
CMPD: 2 Officers Seriously Injured After Drunk Driver Hits Patrol Car Head-On In East Charlotte
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives say two officers were taken to a local hospital with serious injuries after a drunk driver collided head-on with their patrol car in east Charlotte on Wednesday.
Man Connected To Two Charlotte Murders Arrested For Killing Man In Union County
A Marshville man, that is connected to two Charlotte-area murders from April 2021, is now facing charges in Union County for the murder of a 33-year-old man.
19-Year-Old Driver Charged With DWI In Fatal East Charlotte Crash
A 19-year-old is facing multiple charges including DWI after a deadly east Charlotte crash on Monday night, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
Concord Police Search For Suspect Who Robbed Convenience Store
The Concord Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a man accused of robbing a convenience store at gunpoint Sunday.
End Of COVID-19 Emergency Means End Of Curbside Beer In South Carolina
Gov. Henry McMasterβs decision to end the COVID-19 state of emergency in South Carolina means itβs back to being illegal to buy beer and wine outside of a store.
Concord Police Investigate Shooting Outside AMC Theaters at Concord Mills
Concord Police say they're investigating a shooting outside of the AMC theaters at Concord Mills. Investigators say one person was injured and is being treated and a suspect is in custody.
Concord Police Investigate Shooting Outside AMC Theaters
Concord Police are investigating a shooting that occurred outside of AMC theaters on Sunday.
Police: 3 Shot, 1 Dead After Fatal Shooting In Salisbury
Police say they are investigating a fatal shooting in Salisbury after three people were shot and one person died early Sunday morning.
Troopers: Woman Dies After Being Rear-Ended In Fatal Catawba County Collision
Troopers say a woman driving a Mitsubishi was killed on Friday, after getting rear-ended in Catawba County while attempting to turn into a private driveway.
CMPD: SWAT Team Arrests Armed, Barricaded Suspect In Matthews After Hours-Long Standoff
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police say a suspect is now in custody after a several hours-long standoff early Saturday morning with SWAT officers and an armed man barricaded in a house in Matthews.
Only On WCCB: Mecklenburg Co. Sheriff: Family, Friends Mailing Letters Laced With Drugs To Inmates
Sheriff Garry McFadden says his office bought a new device that detects drugs in envelopes.
Police Looking For Driver Who Struck, Killed Pedestrian In York County
Police are asking for the public's help locating a driver who fatally struck a man in York County, South Carolina early Wednesday morning.
NC Supreme Court Upholds Murder Charge In Child Abuse Case
North Carolinaβs Supreme Court on Friday upheld a lower courtβs decision finding a man guilty of first-degree murder by starvation and neglect of his 4-year-old stepson in Gaston County.
Driver Facing Several Charges After Deadly Northeast Charlotte Crash
A driver is facing several charges including a DWI after a fatal northeast Charlotte crash Monday, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
2 Teenagers Arrested After Former Carolina Panthers Thomas Davis' Home Was Broken Into, McLaren Wrecked
Two teenagers have been arrested after deputies said they broke into former Carolina Panthers linebacker Thomas Davis' home and wrecked his sports car, according to the Union County Sheriff's Office.
CMPD: Teenager Charged In South Charlotte Armed Robbery
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives have charged one teenager for his involvement in a south Charlotte armed robbery on Thursday.
Stanly County Teacher Arrested After Allegedly Sexually Assaulting Teenager
Deputies say a 28-year-old Stanly County teacher is under arrest after he allegedly sexually assaulted a teenage student at the Tarheel Challenge Academy in New London.
High School Teacher Accused Of Indecent Liberties With Student In Monroe
A Monroe high school teacher was arrested and charged after he was accused of indecent liberties with a student.
CMPD: Man Arrested For Allegedly Kidnapping Woman, Victim Found Safe
Charlotte police say they have located and arrested the 22-year-old man who allegedly kidnapped a woman in east Charlotte Wednesday.
Crime Stoppers: Thieves Steal $16,000 Worth Of Purses From SouthPark Mall
Authorities are trying to identify two suspects accused of stealing purses valued at more than $16,000 from Gucci in SouthPark Mall, according to Charlotte Crime Stoppers.
Feds Accuse Charlotte Woman Of Pushing Fake COVID-19 Cure
A Charlotte woman has been accused of peddling a fake COVID-19 cure during the height of the pandemic and continuing to offer it despite warnings to stop.
Salisbury Police Open Homicide Investigation After Fatal Shooting
Detectives with the Salisbury Police Department have opened a homicide investigation after a man was shot and killed on Wednesday.
Federal Authorities: Charlotte Man Convicted For Operating As Money Mule In $2 Million Dollar Scheme
A federal jury convicted a 40-year-old Charlotte man on Wednesday for his involvement in a Business Email Compromise (BEC) scheme that defrauded at least six companies of close to $2 million dollars.
CMPD: Firearm Theft From Car Break-Ins In Charlotte On The Rise
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department said Wednesday that there has been a rise in car break-ins in Charlotte and many of them are leading to the theft of a firearm.
Gov. Cooper: Reward Offered In Case Of Missing Man Found Dead In Union County
Governor Roy Cooper announced Wednesday that North Carolina is offering a reward for information in a Union County case where a missing man was found dead in February.
Former Airline Employee Arrested For Trespassing At Charlotte Douglas
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has arrested a former airline employee after he trespassed at Charlotte Douglas International Airport Tuesday.
'Armed And Dangerous': Iredell County Deputies Looking For Accused Murder Suspect
Iredell County deputies say they are looking for an 'armed and dangerous' 31-year-old man who is wanted for murder.
CMPD Asking For Public's Help Identifying Suspects In East Charlotte Robbery
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying two suspects accused of robbing an east Charlotte business Monday afternoon.
Charlotte Man Gets 25 Years In 2018 Gunshot Slaying In SC
A Charlotte man was sentenced to 25 years in prison in the death of a man who was shot to death while driving, authorities said Monday.
Mecklenburg County Detention Officer Terminated, Charged With Sexually Assaulting Transgender Inmate
Mecklenburg County Detention Officer Kyle Harris is arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a transgender inmate.Β Β
Police: 22-Year-Old Charged After Shooting At Dominoβs Employees In Rock Hill Because βThe Business Was Closedβ
A 22-year-old man has been arrested after police say he shot at Domino's employees Sunday because the Rock Hill business was closed.
CMPD: Detectives Investigate A Fatal South Charlotte Shooting
Charlotte-Mecklenburg detectives are investigating after a man was shot and killed early Sunday morning in south Charlotte.
Salisbury Police Investigate A Homicide At A Local Apartment Complex
Salisbury Police are investigating a homicide after a man was killed in the Zion Hills Apartment complex early Sunday morning.
Police say 1-Yr-Old Shot in Hand in Northwest Charlotte
Police say a 1-year-old was shot in the hand in Northwest Charlotte. It happened on Isaac Hunter Drive just after 5:00 on Saturday afternoon. Investigators say the child was inadvertently shot during a domestic altercation between family members.
Investigators say Northwest Charlotte Fire was Intentionally Set
Investigators say a house fire in Northwest Charlotte was intentionally set. Firefighters responded to a fully-involved single-story home in the 6400 block of Old Plank Road around 3:45 on Saturday morning.
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