WANTED: Davon Watlington
The CMPD is asking for assistance locating a man wanted for disabling his electronic monitoring device.
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Man Suffers Life Threatening Injuries After Being Shot In Chest In Rock Hill
Police say a SWAT standoff on Brownstone Road in Rock Hill could be related to an earlier shooting on Jefferson Drive, which left a man with life-threatening injuries.
Charlotte Man Sentenced To More Than 19 Years For Sex Trafficking Minor
Willie Dishon Matthew Obadiah, 32, of Charlotte, North Carolina, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Beth Bloom to 235 months in prison today for sex trafficking a minor.
Hickory Man Charged With Sex Crime Involving Minor
A Burke County man has been charged with a sex crime involving a minor following an investigation by the Burke County Sheriff's Office.
CMPD Identifies Man Who Died After Being Found Shot In Burning Car In East Charlotte; Suspect In Custody
The CMPD has charged 60-year-old Lambert Smith with the murder of 49-year-old Perry Bostic in east Charlotte earlier this week.
Remains Of Woman Missing From Charlotte Since 2016 Found In Iredell County; Homicide Investigation Underway
The remains of a woman missing since 2016 were found in Iredell County earlier this year and now detectives are investigating a homicide.
Rock Hill Man Wanted For Attempted Murder After Hitting Girlfriend In Head With Gun During Argument
A man is wanted for attempted murder following a domestic incident at a Rock Hill apartment complex on Tuesday night.
Families Pay Tribute To Loved Ones During Annual Memorial Tree Lighting
A somber ceremony in Charlotte as families who've lost loved ones violently gathered to remember their lives.
A Salisbury Cold Case Closed After 35 Years
A search warrant obtained by WCCB Charlotte's Alexandra Elich gives new information as to how DNA solved the murder of Reesa Trexler.
Two Men Charged In Theft Of CBD Stolen From Lincoln County Business
Two people have been charged in the November 12th break-in at a business in Lincoln County that sells CBD.
Iredell County Couple Charged With Stealing, Pawning "Large Amount" Of Tools
Two people have been arrested after allegedly stealing tools from a Mooresville man and pawning them in Iredell and Rowan County.
Two Arrested After Lincoln County Traffic Stop Leads To Stolen Vehicle Recovery, Drug Discovery
Two people have been arrested after a traffic stop in Lincoln County resulted in the recovery of a stolen vehicle and the discovery of several different drugs and drug paraphernalia.
Stolen Dog Found After 6 Months, Local Couple Arrested
A happy ending in a high profile lost dog case. The French bulldog has been found, six months after vanishing. The animal's owner is talking only with WCCB TV. Two people have been charged with a felony for stealing the dog, while police still work the case.
Charlotte Mayor Announces Plan to Combat Rising Homicide Rate
Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles is announcing her plan to address Charlotte's rising homicide rate. The Mayor talked about the plan after being sworn-in for her second term along with the new City Council.
CMPD Investigating Rape At University City Apartment
A violent attack inside her own apartment. A woman told police she was kidnapped and sexually assaulted in the middle of the afternoon at her University City Apartment.
Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Arrests In Iredell County
A traffic stop led deputies to a significant drug arrest on I-40 in Iredell County.
Investigators Searching For Driver, Vehicle Involved In Fatal Iredell County Hit-And-Run On Thanksgiving Day
Investigators are searching for the driver and vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run accident that left one person dead in Iredell County on Thanksgiving Day.
CMPD Makes Arrest In East Charlotte Shooting That Left Man Seriously Injured
Detectives say they made an arrest in an east Charlotte shooting that left a man fighting for his life.
"Raise the Age" Law to Take Effect Dec. 1
Big changes are coming to North Carolina's juvenile justice system. Starting December 1, 16 and 17-year-olds accused of crimes will no longer be automatically charged as adults.
Police Respond to Black Friday Fight at Carolina Place Mall
Reports of a lockdown on Black Friday at Carolina Place Mall. Police say a fight broke out between two groups near the old Sears store and JC Penney just before five o'clock Friday afternoon.
WANTED: Michael Wright
The CMPD is asking for assistance locating Michael Wright, who is wanted for disabling his electronic monitoring device.
Mother Charged With Shooting, Killing Daughter On Thanksgiving Night In East Charlotte
A mother is charged with killing her daughter on Thanksgiving night in east Charlotte.
Two People Arrested Following Homicide At East Charlotte Shopping Center
An employee of an arcade called La Casa was killed early Tuesday morning at a business complex in east Charlotte.
ONLY ON WCCB: Family of Danquirs Franklin Speaking Publicly For The First Time
As they reflect on what they're thankful for this year, they want to honor Danquirs Franklin's memory.
Police: Couple Staged Store Robbery, Then Bought Rings
A convenience store clerk in Morganton, N.C. staged a robbery with her boyfriend at the business, used the money to buy rings hours later and made a video of their engagement at a Walmart, police said.
Sheriff: Two Arrested For Starving Dogs To Death In Alexander County
Two people are facing felony charges after deputies say they starved several dogs to death in Alexander County.
Catawba County Man Charged With Having Thousands Of Images Of Child Porn
A Catawba County man is facing several felony charges after investigators say they found thousands of images of child pornography in his possession.
Alexander County Man Accused Of Installing Secret Bathroom Camera To Look At Young Girl Naked
Authorities say an Alexander County man has been charged with taking pictures and peeping at a young girl while she was nude.
Sheriff: 10-Year-Old Boy Found Dead In Lancaster Was Shot By Friend
Deputies determined a 10-year-old boy shot and killed his 10-year-old friend while they were playing with a gun in the living room of a mobile home in Lancaster County, according to a news release from the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office.
WANTED: Scottie Wilson
The CMPD says Scottie Wilson has been located and arrested. He was wanted for Assault with a Deadly Weapon with Intent to Kill Inflicting Serious Injury, Habitual Misdemeanor Assault, Damage to Property, and Interfering with an Electronic Monitoring Device.
Crime Stoppers Tip Leads To Arrest Of Suspect Wanted For May Armed Robbery, Shooting In East Charlotte; Police Seeking Second Suspect
The CMPD has arrested a man who they say shot a store clerk during an armed robbery in east Charlotte in May.
Search For Man Possibly Involved In Kershaw County Homicide Leads To Seizure Of Over 800 Grams Of Meth, Other Drugs In Lancaster County
A search for a man who authorities believe may have been involved in a September homicide, led to a significant drug bust in Lancaster County, South Carolina, last week.
CMPD Investigating After Girlfriend Shoots Boyfriend In The Leg In Northwest Charlotte
Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are investigating a domestic related shooting that ended with a man being shot in the leg by his girlfriend, according to a spokesperson for CMPD.
Boone Man Charged With Nine Counts Of Sexual Exploitation Of A Minor Following Multi-Agency Investigation
A Boone man has been charged with possessing and distributing child pornography following an investigation in Watauga County, North Carolina.
Police Asking For Public's Help Locating Suspect Wanted For Raping Woman On Charlotte Greenway
The CMPD is asking the public for assistance locating a man who has been identified as a suspect in a northeast Charlotte sexual assault.
Gaston County Mugshots November 23rd
Check out the Gaston County Mugshots from Saturday, November 23rd.
SLED Investigates Deadly Officer-Involved Shooting In Chester
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is investigating a deadly officer-involved shooting that happened at a Walmart in Chester Saturday
CMPD Asking For Assistance Identifying North Charlotte Circle K Armed Robbery Suspect
The CMPD is asking for assistance identifying a suspect wanted for an armed robbery at a north Charlotte convenience store.
Thieves Targeting Food Trucks In Northwest Charlotte
Owners are left with a lot of questions after thousands of dollars worth of generators were stolen from their property. The owner believes the perps are targeting other food trucks in Charlotte, as well.
15-Year-Old Arrested For Killing Woman In Southwest Charlotte
Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department say they arrested another suspect for the murder of Shandiin Sanchez.
Davidson Professor, US Marine Among Ten Men Arrested For Child Predator Charges In York County
Ten men were arrested and charged with crimes ranging from soliciting prostitution from a minor, sending nude photos to someone they believed to be a minor, and arranging to meet a child for sex. During the first week of York County's Operation Vigilant Shepard.
Increasing Efforts To Combat Human Trafficking
With a unit of the State Bureau of Investigation. There's concern the hidden crime will spike when the Republican National Convention comes to town.
Cleveland County Teacher Arrested For Having Sexual Relations With Student At The Turning Point Academy
The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office says they arrested a teacher from The Turning Point Academy for having sexual relations with a student.
WANTED: Christopher Morris
The CMPD is asking for assistance locating a man wanted for disabling his electronic monitoring device.
Charlotte Man Charged After Shooting At Concord Convenience Store
A Charlotte man has been charged following a shooting at a Concord convenience store.
Police Investigating Stabbing At Southwest Charlotte Lowe's Home Improvement
Police are investigating after a person was seriously injured in a stabbing at Lowe's Home Improvement in southwest Charlotte.
Lancaster Family, Community Want Answers In Shooting Death Of 10-Year-Old Boy
A family in Lancaster County is desperate for answers about the murder of a 10-year-old boy.
Two Charged After Rock Hill Police Find Puppies Starved To Death
Rock Hill Police arrested two people on animal cruelty charges after a search warrant determined an adult dog was eating her litter because she had been starved.
Iredell County Homicide Suspect Arrested In Yadkin County
Deputies say they took an Iredell County homicide suspect into custody following a traffic stop in Yadkin County.
Man Wanted For Questioning Following Gastonia Homicide
The Gastonia Police Department is currently searching for a man they want to question following a fatal shooting that happened Sunday afternoon.
Police Investigation Sunday Morning Homicide
Detectives are conducting a homicide investigation on Reagan Drive.
Shots Fired Outside Teen Party At The Majestique Club Friday
Police say shots were fired outside of the The Majestique night club late Friday evening.
DNA Evidence Leads To Arrest After Woman Assaulted While Jogging In Cheraw
The Cheraw Police Department has arrested a suspect after a woman was attacked while jogging in September.
Crime Concerns After People Forced Their Way Into Two Apartments In Steele Creek
Neighbors believe the same people have targeted the Colonial Village at South Tryon Apartments before.
Charlotte Man Sentenced To 15 Years For Child Pornography
A Charlotte man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for transporting child pornography, according to U.S. Attorney Andrew Murray.
Two Dead Following Murder-Suicide In Chester County
Chester Police say two people are dead following a murder-suicide.
New Numbers Show More Suspects Are Cutting Off Their Electronic Monitors
Former Mecklenburg County Superior Court Judge Richard Boner says electronic monitors are not being used the way they were intended.
CMPD Says Organized Retail Crime Task Force Clears Over 400 Cases
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Organized Retail Crime Task Force was launched in January and has already cleared more than 400 cases.
Man Charged For Two-Month Series Of Commercial Burglaries In Charlotte
The CMPD has charged a man for a string of commercial burglaries that occurred over two months in Charlotte.
Neighbors Rattled After Elderly Man Found Dead In West Charlotte Home
A man killed inside his west Charlotte home. His family wants answers and his neighbors are stunned by the crime.
Two Juveniles Accused Of Escaping Concord Development Center Back In Custody
Authorities say both juveniles accused of escaping a development center in Concord are back in custody.
Georgia Man Charged With Trafficking MDMA Following Traffic Stop In Iredell County
An Atlanta, Georgia, resident has been charged with trafficking MDMA following a traffic stop in Iredell County last week.
South Carolina Sheriff Accused Of Punching Woman In Face Takes Leave Of Absence
A South Carolina sheriff charged with domestic violence last week says he's taking a leave of absence.
CMPD: Stolen Gun, Drugs, Money Found Inside Vehicle Following Traffic Stop In Southwest Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has a message for criminals following an arrest in southwest Charlotte: "Every step you take towards threatening our community with violence is not only being watched, but it’s also being analyzed."
Friends Remember Charlotte Father Killed In Weekend Double Shooting
We're learning new information about a double murder in south Charlotte. Two people were killed on Lytham Drive Saturday morning. One of the victims was a beloved father.
Man Wanted For Murdering Girlfriend In Lancaster Now Wanted For Ballantyne Homicide
The CMPD is asking for assistance locating 41-year-old Derrick McIlwain, who is wanted for the November 7th murder of 45-year-old Alvin Fletcher and also for murdering his girlfriend, Kimberly Alger, in Lancaster, South Carolina in May.
Suspect Arrested In NJ Weeks After Man Found Shot To Death In North Charlotte Backyard
The CMPD has charged 55-year-old John Copeland with the October 24th, 2019, shooting death of 29-year-old Mario Witherspoon.
Kannapolis Mother Arrested, Boyfriend Wanted On Child Abuse Charges
A Kannapolis mother has been arrested on child abuse charges. Police say warrants have also been issued for her boyfriend.
Police Charge Third Suspect In May 25th Shooting That Left Woman Dead In Northwest Charlotte
A third suspect has now been charged in the deadly northwest Charlotte shooting of Monica Smith on May 25th.
WANTED BY CMPD: Brent Barrett Jenkins
Police are searching for Brent Jenkins, who they say allowed his court ordered electronic monitor to die on Friday.
Three Men Charged In 2016 Murder Of Union County School Teacher
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Detectives have charged three men in connection to the September 2016 murder of Ruijuan Guo.
Gaston County Man Charged With Sex Crimes Involving Minor
A 19-year-old Gaston County man is facing charges after allegations of sex crimes involving a minor.
Rock Hill Man Charged With Child Sex Crimes
A Rock Hill man is facing charges after authorities say he had "inappropriate physical contact" with two juvenile girls.
CMPD Searching For Three Suspects Accused Of Cutting Off Electronic Monitoring Devices
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is currently searching for three men accused of cutting off their electronic monitoring devices.
One Suspect Arrested, Second Suspect Still At Large Following Attempted Murder In East Charlotte Last Month
One suspect has been arrested and police are still trying to identify a second suspect following an attempted murder in east Charlotte last month.
Four Suspects Charged In Series Of Armed Robberies
Police have charged four suspects they say are responsible for several armed robberies at local businesses.
Secret Service Study: School Shooters Showed Warning Signs
Most students who committed deadly school attacks over the past decade were badly bullied, had a history of disciplinary trouble and their behavior concerned others but was never reported, according to a U.S. Secret Service study released Thursday.
Police: Impaired Driver Charged In Accident That Left Several People Seriously Injured
The Concord Police Department has charged a driver they say was impaired when he crossed into oncoming traffic Saturday, causing an accident that left several people seriously injured.
Gaston County Mugshots November 6th
Check out the Gaston County mugshots from Wednesday, November 6th.
CMPD Revises Former "Use of Force" Policy Amid Criticism Over Deadly Police Shootings
CMPD is emphasizing de-escalation and the value of human life as it scraps its old "Use of Force" policy. The change comes after criticism over high-profile, deadly police shootings in Charlotte. Some things won't change, including how an officer can react if they sense an imminent, deadly threat.
Police: Statesville Man Robs Two Businesses After Cutting Off Electronic Monitor
A man who police say recently cut off his electronic monitor is now charged with armed robbery at two Iredell County businesses.
Robbery Suspect Arrested After SWAT Standoff In North Charlotte
A north Charlotte man was arrested Wednesday morning following a standoff with SWAT.
Police Identify Man Wanted For Hitting, Dragging Motorcyclist Down Rock Hill Roadway
Detectives with the Rock Hill Police Department have identified the suspect they say hit a motorcyclist on October 25th and dragged them down the road before taking off.
Final Suspect Accused In Multi-County Mail Theft Investigation Arrested
Deputies say Destiny Bentley has been arrested in connection to a multi-county mail theft investigation.
High School Teacher Accused Of Sexual Relations With Student Found Dead In Huntersville Murder-Suicide
A Garinger High School teacher, who was recently suspended after being accused of having sexual relations with a student, was found dead inside her home Wednesday morning.
Huntersville Police Close Part Of Hambright Road Due To Suspect Barricaded In Home
The Huntersville Police Department says Hambright Road is closed between Swansboro Lane and Patterson Road due to a suspect barricaded in a home. Police are asking citizens to avoid the area.
Former Catawba County Teacher, Coach Pleads Guilty To Sex Crimes Involving Students
A former Fred T. Foard High School teacher has been sentenced after pleading guilty to multiple child sex related crimes.
Meck County DA: CMPD Officer Justified In Deadly August Officer Involved Shooting
The Mecklenburg County District Attorney's Office on Tuesday announced CMPD Officer John Juhasz was justified in using deadly force against Delano Williams on August 2, 2019.
Illegal Immigrant Convicted In Deadly DWI Case And Released By The Meck County Sheriff Arrested By ICE
Federal agents have arrested a Mexican citizen who was released by a North Carolina sheriff's office after he was convicted and sentenced for a drunken driving death in January.
Lenoir Overdose Call Leads To Multiple Drug Trafficking Arrests
Lenoir Police say several people have been charged with trafficking narcotics after a call for an overdose on November 4th.
Woman Now In Critical Condition After Being Shot In Face By 15-Year-Old In Hickory
A 19-year-old woman is in serious condition after being shot in the face in Hickory on Monday night.
CMPD: Man Charged In 2004 Cold Case Homicide
CMPD detectives have charged a suspect in connection to the 2004 murder of a 29-year-old woman in southeast Charlotte.
3 Charged In Gaston County Human Trafficking Investigation
The Gastonia Police Department says three people have been arrested in connection to a seven-month long investigation into human trafficking.
Charges Filed Against Suspect Involved In Friday Officer-Involved Shooting In North Charlotte
Authorities have charged the man who they was the subject of a north Charlotte FBI Safe Street Task Force operation on November 1st that resulted in one officer being shot.
Reward Offered For Information Leading To Arrest
The Hickory Police Department is announcing a reward for information leading to the arrest of Robert Djuan Nelson Jr.
WANTED: Chester Torrence
The CMPD is asking for assistance locating a man who is wanted for disabling his electronic monitor.
Woman Sexually Assaulted On Greenway In North Charlotte
No arrests have been made after a woman was reportedly raped and robbed on a Greenway in North Charlotte.
New Photo Shows Suspect Vehicle Connected To Attempted Abduction At Rock Hill Bus Stop
Rock Hill Police have released a photo showing the actual suspect vehicle connected to the attempted abduction of two kids at a school bus stop off Patriot Parkway on October 15th.
Suspect Charged In Southwest Charlotte Shooting That Left One Person Seriously Injured
CMPD has charged man in connection to a shooting that sent one person to the hospital with life threatening injuries on October 21st.
Man Charged With Breaking Into Multiple Charlotte Apartments
CMPD says a man has been charged with breaking into several Charlotte area apartments, stealing credit cards and making fraudulent purchases online.
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