Police Say Fatal Shooting Outside Southwest Charlotte Bar Was Justified
Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Homicide Unit say the fatal shooting outside The Trap bar in southwest Charlotte in February was justified.
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Lancaster Police Searching For Suspect In Fatal Shooting
Police are investigating a fatal shooting in Lancaster. Just before 11:30pm on April 9th, investigators say a woman called 911 and told dispatchers she was driving a man with a gunshot wound to a hospital in Lancaster.
York County Double Murder Victims Identified
According to officials, York County detectives are investigating a double murder and suicide that happened off of Yorkdale Road near Rock Hill.
CMPD Says March Homicide Suspect Arrested In Connecticut
A man currently in custody in Connecticut has been charged with the murder of a 37-year-old man in northwest Charlotte last month.
Police: Rock Hill Teen Arrested For Purposely Coughing On Officers
Rock Hill Police Officers have charged a 17-year-old, who was supposed to be self-quarantining, for purposely coughing on multiple officers after video evidence circulates on social media.
17-Year-Old Shot And Killed, Northeast Charlotte Homicide Investigation Underway
CMPD is conducting a homicide investigation in northeast Charlotte after 17-year-old Qa’dir Avery Alverest was shot and killed Tuesday night, police say.
WANTED: Michael Beach
The CMPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Michael Beach who is wanted for disabling his electronic monitor.
25 Victims Safe After Armed Suspect Shot Into Multiple Homes With Child Nearby
According to CMPD, a 30-year-old suspect has been charged with 21 felony offenses after an argument escalated to several south Charlotte homes being shot into, while his 1-year-old was nearby.
WANTED: Travis Jones
The CMPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Travis Jones who is wanted for disabling his electronic monitor.
Black Doctor Jailed Over $100 Bill Sues Charlotte, Police
A doctor who was jailed overnight in North Carolina after being accused of paying for a beer at a concert with a counterfeit $100 bill is suing, saying she was singled out for malicious prosecution because she’s African American.
Lincoln County Man Charged For Sexual Crimes Against Minor
Lincoln County deputies have arrested a man for sexual crimes against a minor.
Woman Found Dead In Salisbury Home, Suspicious Death Investigation Underway
The Salisbury Police Department is investigating a suspicious death after finding a 59-year-old woman deceased in her home.
CMPD Investigating After Woman Shot In East Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating after a woman was shot in east Charlotte Monday evening.
Two Suspects Charged With Larceny Of Matthews Business
According to a news release, Matthews officers have arrested two suspects after responding to Conbraco Industries regarding a larceny in progress early Monday.
Major West Charlotte Crash Leaves 1 Dead, 2 Seriously Injured
CMPD responded to a single vehicle crash in West Charlotte early Monday that left one person dead and two seriously injured.
Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Bust In Iredell County
A traffic stop led to a felony drug arrest in Iredell County, according to a news release.
Sheriff: Five Shot, One Dead In Lancaster County
Deputies say five people were shot and one died after a shooting outside a home on Memorial Drive on the west side of Lancaster Sunday night.
Eight Protesters Arrested Outside East Charlotte Women's Clinic For Violating Stay At Home Order
CMPD released the names of the eight protesters who were charged on Saturday for violating the mass gathering order outside of a Charlotte abortion clinic. The order permits for no more than 10 people to be gathered as part of the North Carolina Stay at Home Order.
WANTED: Ricardo Aguilar
The CMPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Ricardo Aguilar who is wanted for disabling his electronic monitor.
Suspect Arrested In South Charlotte For Sexual Exploitation Of Minor
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department have charged a suspect for sexually exploiting a minor after an incident in South Charlotte.
Authorities Investigating Homicide After Man Found Shot Behind House In Albemarle
Police are investigating after a man was found shot to death behind an Albemarle residence on Friday.
Police Searching For Man Accused Of Shooting Into Gastonia Residence
Gastonia Police are asking for help locating a man wanted for attempted murder stemming from a shooting in February.
Juvenile Charged With Murder Of 16-Year-Old At East Charlotte Gas Station
The CMPD has charged a 16-year-old juvenile for the murder of 16-year-old Reginald Deveaux in east Charlotte Thursday night.
Police Searching For Ricardo Aguilar
Authorities say they are searching for Ricardo Aguilar who cut off his electronic monitoring device.
East Charlotte Business Manager Charged With Violating Stay At Home Order
CMPD have charged the manager of a day spa in east Charlotte for violating the North Carolina's Stay at Home Order.
Man Facing Drug, Weapons Charges Following Traffic Stop In Iredell County
A Statesville man has been arrested following a traffic stop that led to the discovery of marijuana and guns in Iredell County.
Second Suspect Charged For Murder Of Man Found On SC Gravel Road
The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office says a second person has been arrested in connection with the death of 17-year-old Logan Stacks.
Rowan County Man Charged With Beating Step-Father To Death
A Rowan County man is facing voluntary manslaughter charges after deputies say he beat his step-father to death.
Gaston County Police Arrest Suspects After Robbery, Car Chase
The Gaston County Police have arrested four suspects, including three juveniles, after a robbery and car chase.
Officers Looking For Suspect That Stole A Parked Running Vehicle
Lincoln County deputies are looking for a suspect that stole a parked vehicle that was left running outside a QuikTrip in Denver while the owner was inside the store.
CMPD: Three-Year-Old Accidentally Shot Himself In The Leg In West Charlotte
Police are investigating after a three-year-old accidentally shot himself in the leg in west Charlotte.
First North Carolina Inmate Tests Positive For Coronavirus
An offender at the minimum custody unit of the Caledonia Correctional Complex in Tillery has tested positive for coronavirus.
Gaston County Police Charge Two Suspects For Homicide, Victim Identified
The Gaston County Police have arrested and charged two suspects for murder after a hit-and-run incident turned into a homicide.
Suspect In Two Charlotte Robbery Cases Arrested
CMPD detectives, along with the FBI Safe Streets Task Force, have charged 54-year-old Mario Roane for his involvement in two bank robberies.
CMPD Says Domestic Violence Incidents Up 18%, Shooting Into Occupied Dwellings Up 80%
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department says domestic violence is up 18% for the month of March. They released the stats during a virtual news conference Wednesday.
3-Year-Old Wounded In Drive-By Shooting In Kannapolis
Kannapolis Police are investigating a drive-by shooting that left a 3-year-old suffering from life-threatening injuries, police said.
One Suspect Arrested, Another Wanted In Series Of Armed Robberies At McDonald's Across Charlotte
One suspect was arrested and another is wanted for a series of armed robberies that took place at several McDonald's restaurants across Charlotte, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
Gastonia Police Looking For Kidnapping, Assault Suspect
The Gastonia Police Department is looking for a suspect who was charged in a domestic situation on Tuesday, March 31.
Lincoln County Deputies Arrest Man On Fraud Charges
Lincoln County deputies have charged a suspect wanted in connection to several fraud charges after a foot chase.
Bad Wig Bandit Bank Robbery Suspect Arrested At Fort Benning In Georgia
A suspect known as the 'Bad Wig Bandit' who was wanted in connection to several robberies around the Charlotte area has been arrested at Fort Benning in Georgia.
Police Investigating After Man Found Shot In Street Near Crashed Vehicle In Rock Hill
Police are investigating after a man was found shot near his crashed vehicle in Rock Hill on Monday night.
CMPD Asking For Public's Help Identifying Suspect In Robbery Case
Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are requesting the public’s assistance in a robbery from a north Charlotte business.
Suspect Charged In Deadly South Charlotte Stabbing Investigation
CMPD detectives have charged 37-year-old Daniel Pereyra-Nandayapa for the murder of Hector Cruz.
CMPD Investigating Fatal Shooting In Lincoln Heights Neighborhood Of Northwest Charlotte
Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are investigating a fatal shooting that happened Saturday evening in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood of northwest Charlotte.
Homicide Investigation In Statesville After Woman Found Lying In Street With Gunshot Wounds
The Statesville Police Department is investigating an early morning homicide after finding a 20-year-old lying in the street suffering from gunshot wounds.
Bizarre Twist Connects Two Separate Murder Charlotte Cases
The man sitting in the Mecklenburg County jail accused in the murder of beloved Brooks Sandwich House owner Scott Brooks is now also accused in the murders of two more people.
Charlotte Man Charged For Lincoln County Vehicle Break-Ins
A Charlotte man has been charged in connection with several vehicle break-ins at a business in eastern Lincoln County, according to a news release.
Man Arrested For Shooting Another Man In Face Near Marshville
Deputies say they arrested a 55-year-old man for shooting another man in the face following an argument at a party near Marshville.
Third Arrest Made After Man, Woman Found Dead In Vehicle In North Charlotte
CMPD have identified 33-year-old Terry Connor Jr. as the third suspect in the murders of Siojvon Joseph and Asa Shannon. Connor was already in police custody for the murder of Brooks' Sandwich House co-owner Scott Allen Brooks.
Sheriff: Woman Arrested After Leaving Newborn Baby In Plastic Bag Outside Marshville Home
A Marshville woman has been charged with attempted murder and child abuse after deputies say she abandoned her newborn baby boy outside her home Wednesday afternoon.
CMPD Needs Help Identifying Armed Robbery Suspect
Police say they need your help identifying an armed robbery suspect in northwest Charlotte.
Group Accused Of Impersonating Walmart Execs, Scamming $900K
A group of North Carolina counterfeiters has been accused of impersonating Walmart corporate executives and scamming multiple stores in several states out of about $900,000, court documents said.
Iredell County Deputies Arrest Two Suspects For Multiple Break-Ins
Iredell County deputies have arrested two suspects for the breaking and entering of vehicles as well as burglary of residences.
WANTED: Timothy O’Neal
The CMPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Timothy William O’Neal who is wanted for disabling his electronic monitor.
Suspect Charged After Car Chase, Armed Robbery Of Hickory CVS
The Hickory Police Department have charged a suspect for an armed robbery of a CVS Pharmacy after a car chase.
Homicide Investigation Underway In Southwest Charlotte, Suspect Charged
CMPD Detectives have charged a suspect for their involvement in a southwest Charlotte homicide.
One Man Dead, Two Houses And Three Vehicles Shot Into In East Charlotte
CMPD is investigating a homicide after a man was fatally injured following two homes and multiple vehicles being shot into in east Charlotte.
No Charges For Officers Who Fatally Shot South Carolina Man
No charges will be filed against police officers in South Carolina who fatally shot a man outside a store where he was accused of shoplifting, the state’s attorney general announced.
Mother Of Infant Found Dead In Charlotte Cemetery Accused Of Murder
The mother of a 6-month-old boy who was found dead last month in a North Carolina cemetery has been charged with murder in his death, police said.
Local Man Arrested For Falsely Claiming He Had Coronavirus Inside Albemarle Walmart
From the stupid criminal file: a Carolina man arrested at a local Walmart, after announcing inside the store that he was coronavirus positive.
Rowan County Deputies Raid The Lucky Duck Café For Illegal Gambling
The Rowan County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at the Lucky Duck Café in Salisbury for illegal gambling and found multiple law violations. The business which appeared to be an arcade was actually an illegal gambling casino.
Boone Police Asking For Public's Help Identifying Two Robbery Suspects
The Boone Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects who robbed a Circle K Gas Station.
Morganton Man Sentenced To Life After Killing A 57-Year-Old Neighbor
According to a news release, a Morganton man has been sentenced to life in prison for the first-degree murder of a 57-year-old man. The Burke County jury needed less than half an hour to make this decision.
Homicide Investigation Underway After Victim Shot, Killed While Being Treated In Ambulance
The suspect in the south Charlotte homicide investigation has been charged with murder after a victim was shot and killed while being treated by MEDIC.
Suspect In North Charlotte Homicide Case Located, Arrested In Georgia
According to CMPD, the suspect involved in a north Charlotte homicide has been located and arrested in Georgia.
CMPD Says No Charges Filed In East Charlotte Homicide
Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department say they are investigating a domestic related homicide in east Charlotte.
Wanted Felon Captured Following Chase In Iredell County
A fugitive who was wanted on several felony charges was arrested following a chase in Iredell County.
Teen Arrested For Stonebridge Subdivision Thefts In Union County
Deputies say they arrested an 18-year-old teenager for several thefts that happened in the Stonebridge neighborhood off Doster Road in Union County.
Suspect Charged With Murder For Homicide That Occurred Late Saturday Night
According to a news release, CMPD have charged a suspect for the murder of 19-year-old Antwon Risher after locating the suspect vehicle associated with the case.
Police Investigating Fatal Hit And Run
Authorities are investigating a fatal hit and run involving a pedestrian that occurred on Parkton Road Thursday, March 5th.
Police Searching For Gerald Laney
Police are searching for Gerald Laney who is wanted for Larceny of a Motor Vehicle, Felony Breaking and Entering, Larceny, Damage to Property and Interfering with an Electronic Monitoring Device.
Suspect In Two Robbery Cases Arrested By Albemarle Police
The Albemarle Police Department have made an arrest in connection to two robbery cases from December.
DA's Office: CMPD Officers Justified In Deadly Officer-Involved Shooting Near Epicenter
A report from the Mecklenburg County District Attorney's Office says two Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officers were justified in a deadly officer-involved shooting that happened outside the Epicenter on Friday, November 15th, 2019.
Two People Injured After Assault, Stabbing Incident
Two people were injured due to an assault and stabbing incident that happened in Lincolnton.
Man Charged For Sex Crimes With Child
According to Gaston County Police, a man has been charged with multiple sex offenses involving a child.
Man Charged For Secret Peeping On Minor In Gaston County After Cameras Found In Bathroom
Gaston County Police have charged a suspect for secret peeping on a minor after a recording device was found in a bathroom, officials say.
Three People Found Dead Following SWAT Situation In Huntersville
Three people are dead after a shooting at a Huntersville home Friday morning, according to the Huntersville Police Department.
Second Suspect Charged With Murder After Man Died In Northeast Charlotte Shooting
CMPD has now charged a second suspect for the murder of Lamar McNeil, who died as a result of a shooting that happened at a northeast Charlotte apartment.
Suspect Officially Charged In Fatal West Charlotte Hit-And-Run Investigation
James Winston, the suspect in the case, has been released from the hospital and transferred to the Mecklenburg County Jail.
Mistakenly Released Inmate From Gaston County Located
According the Gaston County Police Department, Kyle Auten, who was mistakenly released from Gaston County Jail in February, has been located.
Mother Of Teen Shot In West Charlotte Says Daughter Was Targeted
19-year-old Brianna Stephenson died Monday from her injuries
Teenager Dies Following Drive-By Shooting In West Charlotte
The 19-year-old victim of a drive-by shooting in west Charlotte has died due to her injuries. Stephenson was pronounced dead on March 9. This case is now being investigated as a homicide.
Family Asks For Public’s Help After Man Dies In Rock Hill Police Custody
On Monday night the family of a man who died in police custody in Rock Hill raised money to conduct their own autopsy.
WANTED: Jeremiah Fincher
The CMPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Jeremiah Fincher who is wanted for disabling his electronic monitor.
WANTED: Billy Simpson
The CMPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Billy Simpson who is wanted for disabling his electronic monitor.
Burke County Man Arrested After Stealing Car Parts
Burke County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest on a suspect who was stealing metal car parts to exchange for cash.
Mecklenburg County Public Health Department Provides COVID-19 Update
The Mecklenburg County Public Health Department provided an update on the county's preparations and response to COVID-19 after an announcement that a confirmed case of the virus passed through the CLT Airport.
Traffic Stop In Burke County Leads To Drug Arrest
A traffic stop on a speeding vehicle in Burke County led to a drug arrest, deputies say.
CMPD Looking For Suspect With Over 20 Active Warrants
CMPD is asking for the public's help with locating a suspect who has over 20 active warrants.
Hit-And-Run Investigation Underway In Kings Mountain After Pedestrian Struck
The Kings Mountain Police Department is investigating a hit-and-run accident involving a pedestrian.
Suspect Arrested After Pursuit In Chester County
Chester County deputy arrested suspect after car chase and foot pursuit.
Police Searching For Jaylen Barber
Police say they are looking for Jaylen Barber who is wanted for breaking and entering a Motor Vehicle, Felony Larceny, Damage to Property and Interfering with an Electronic Monitoring Device.
Two Charged For Ill Treatment Towards Animals In Lancaster County
Deputies say two people are facing charges after 10 dog carcasses were found inside a garbage 26 dogs and a cat were removed from a home in Lancaster due to poor living conditions.
Missing Toddler's Remains Believed Found In Tennessee
Remains believed to be that of a 15-month-old girl were found in Tennessee, ending the 17-day search across three states for a missing toddler, authorities said.
SWAT Situation Ends Peacefully In Tega Cay, Two People Arrested
A SWAT situation ends peacefully in a Tega Cay neighborhood.
To Catch A Criminal: Your Crime Stopper Tips Lead To Arrest
Proof it works: your calls to Crime Stoppers helped police find and arrest the guy accused of holding up a local Family Dollar. Now, another case where they need your help to catch a criminal.
Six People Arrested In York County Human Trafficking Investigation
York County officers have arrested six people suspected to be involved in a prostitution and human trafficking investigation.
Two Suspects Charged For Child Neglect After One-Year-Old Tested Positive For Heroin
The Chester County Sheriff's Office has charged two suspects for the negligence of a child after a one-year old was tested positive for heroin.
Two Suspects Charged After Employee Shot During Robbery At North Charlotte Restaurant
Two suspects have been charged for the attempted murder of a 48-year-old woman following an attempted robbery at Mr. C's Family Restaurant, according to CMPD.
Neighbors Taking Crime Into Their Own Hands With License Plate Readers
At least a dozen neighborhoods in the Charlotte area have license plate readers to help police track down criminals who target their neighborhoods.
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