Hickory Police Investigating Armed Robbery At Convenience Store
Hickory Police say they are searching for man who robbed a convenience store at gunpoint Thursday evening.
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Police Searching For Two Suspects After Man Carjacked In Matthews
Police say they are searching for two suspects after a man was carjacked in Matthews.
Hickory Murder-Suicide Ends With Two Teens Dead, 3-Year-Old Wounded
Hickory Police are investigating a murder-suicide that left two teens dead and a three-year-old injured.Β
Public Will Get To See What Led Up To Deadly Officer-Involved Shooting
A judge made the decision Thursday.Β Community activists are anxious to see what happened when an officer shot 27-year-old Danquirs Franklin.
One Shot In East Charlotte
A person has been taken to the hospital after a shooting in east Charlotte Thursday night.
Police Investigating Overnight Shooting That Sent 13-Year-Old To Hospital
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are still investigating an overnight shooting that sent one teen to the hospital.
Statesville Police Trying To Identify Boost Mobile Robbery Suspect
Police are trying to identify a man they say robbed a Boost Mobile store Saturday morning.
Body Cam Video Could Be Released Thursday in West Charlotte Officer-Involved Shooting
The battle over CMPD body camera video of a deadly officer-involved shooting will play out in court on Thursday. Community activists and protesters have been calling for CMPD to release that video for several weeks.
Suspect In Custody After Standoff At Concord Apartment Complex
Concord Police say a man who barricaded himself inside an apartment following a domestic incident Wednesday evening is in custody.
Second Man Charged In 2013 Killing Of Sleeping, Pregnant Teen In West Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has charged a second suspect in the 2013 murder of a pregnant woman in west Charlotte.
CMPD Launches Educational Campaign To Explain Process Of Officer-Involved Shooting Investigations
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) is launching an educational campaign about the officer-involved shooting investigation process as well as the body worn camera video release procedure to help the community understand methods involved and timing associated with the release of information.
Three Bladed Items Recovered During Safety Screening At Garinger High School
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) conducted safety screenings in all classrooms within one campus building at Garinger High School this morning Wednesday, April 10.
Taking Rapists Off The Streets: The Challenges Of Getting A Guilty Verdict
States consider sexual assaults and rapes the most serious crimes after murder, and getting a guilty verdict in those cases is challenging.
Tax Payment Scam In Cabarrus County Prompts Warning For Residents
The Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office is investigating a letter that reportedly tried to scam a resident out of nearly $70,000.
Lancaster County Man Arrested On Child Porn Charges
An Indian Trail man is facing multiple felony charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor.
Man Charged With Intentionally Setting North Charlotte Apartment Fire
Detectives have charged the man who they say intentionally set a fire at a north Charlotte apartment complex, causing significant damage.
CMPD Asking For Help Identifying West Charlotte Armed Robbery Suspect
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is asking for help identifying a man wanted for the armed robbery of a west Charlotte cell phone store, on Monday.
Juvenile Arrested For Armed Robbery In Catawba County
A juvenile was arrested Monday afternoon in connection to an armed robbery at a Circle K convenience store.
Chester Police Investigating Two Shootings
Chester Police are investigating two different shootings that happened over the weekend.
Fifteen People Arrested Following 'Operation Spring Sweep 2019' In Iredell County
On Monday morning, the Iredell County Sheriff's Department conducted Operation Spring Sweep 2019 in an effort to serve multiple arrest warrants for numerous drug crimes.Β
Covenant Day School Employee Arrested For Sex Crimes In Union County
Investigators say a man who worked at Covenant Day School in Matthews has been charged with several sex crimes.
Huntersville Police Department Seeking Assistance Identifying Car Break-In Suspects
The Huntersville Police Department says at least eight cars were broken into over the weekend and are asking for help identifying suspects.
Police Searching For Answers After Sunday Morning Homicide
Detectives are conducting a homicide investigation on Delta Crossing Lane after a call for service came in at 1:46 a.m. on Sunday morning.
2019 Homicide Count Climbs To 35 In Charlotte As Residents Gather To Honor Victims
There has been a spike in violence across the city as Charlotte's homicide count climbs to 35 in just four months.
Wanted By CMPD: Sidney Wayne Williams
CMPD is trying to locate Sidney Williams after they say he cut off his electronic monitor Friday.
CMPD Identifies Man Found Dead Near CPCC, Investigating As Homicide
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department says they are investigating a homicide after a man was found dead near Central Piedmont Community College.
Suspects Arrested In Connection To Two Charlotte Area Armed Robberies
CMPD has charged two suspects for their alleged involvement in two armed robberies on April 1st.
Man Charged With Stabbing Concord Woman Inside Her Home
Police have charged a man accused of stabbing his girlfriend multiple times in her home Friday morning during a domestic dispute.
Lancaster County Drug Round-Up Results In 50 Suspects Facing Multiple Charges
The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office says a drug round-up which started Wednesday morning has resulted in 50 suspects facing multiple charges.
Mooresville Police Charge 4 Teens With Breaking Into Vehicles, Leading Officers On Pursuit
Police have charged four teens accused of breaking into vehicles and leading officers on a pursuit.
Medic On Scene Of West Charlotte Shooting
Medic says they are on the scene of a reported shooting in west Charlotte.
Lincoln County Man Charged With Sexually Assaulting Two Children
Detectives with the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office have charged a man with sexually assaulting two children.
Man Accused Of Displaying Gun During Larceny Attempt At Matthew's Lowe's
Police say a man flashed a gun at an employee at a local Lowe's during a larceny attempt.
MUST WATCH: Video Shows Charlotte Jewelry Store Owner Fighting Off Armed Robber
Video shows two masked men walking into Sandro Barreto's Jewelry & Repair store on South Boulevard.
Cleveland County Murder Suspect Arrested
Shelby Police say the man wanted for killing Tyrand Hopper on March 30th has been arrested.
Wanted By CMPD: Adam Socrates Reed
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is trying to locate 20-year-old Adam Reed.
Man Wanted For Armed Robbery At Charlotte Area Domino's
CMPD is trying to identify the man they say robbed a Domino's in east Charlotte on Tuesday.
Hickory Police Release Surveillance Photos Of Wanted Armed Robbery Suspect
Police are looking for a man they say robbed a convenience store at gunpoint Tuesday night.
CMPD Searching For Man Accused Of Cutting Off Electronic Monitoring Device
Officers with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department need your help locating Joseph Bennett.Β
"Put The Guns Down" -- Family Of Homicide Victim React To CMPD Crime Statistics
CMPD released their first quarter crime statistics of 2019.Β Homicides are up significantly. The aftermath of many of these violent crimes is heartbroken families.Β
Former Statesville Area Athletic Director Wanted On Over 70 Charges For Sexual Assault Involving Student Arrested
Iredell County deputies say Derone McNeill has been arrested in connection to the sexual assault of a student between 2012 and 2014.
Registered Sex Offender Charged With Kidnapping Co-Worker In Rowan County
A registered sex offender has been charged with kidnapping after authorities say he gave a co-worker a ride and refused to let her out of the car in Rowan County, on Monday.Β
College Students & Community Activists Gathered To Protest The Growing Violence In Charlotte
We've had 34 homicides in the city so far this year.Β Dozens of UNC Charlotte students showed up to Romare Bearden Park for the event.
Motorist Says He Was Shot At While Driving On I-485 In Matthews
Police are investigating after a motorist was reportedly shot at while driving on I-485 in Matthews.Β
Matthews Police Asking For Help Identifying Suspects Who Stole Wallet, Made Fraudulent Purchases
The Matthews Police Department is asking for help identifying two suspects who made fraudulent purchases with stolen credit cards.Β
Mary Curtis: Finding the Solution to Growing Gun Violence in Charlotte
Community activists are calling on people to help find a solution to end gun violence in Charlotte.
Three Charged After Lying To Authorities About Accidental Shooting
The Catawba County Sheriff's Office has charged three men accused of lying to authorities after an accidental shooting Tuesday night.
Boone Police Arrest Suspects Accused Of Ditching Drugs, Stolen Gun At Hotel
Police have charged two suspects they say tried to dispose of drugs and a stolen weapon inside a hotel Monday afternoon.
Suspect Wanted After Robbing Convenience Store With Stun Gun
Police are searching for a man they say robbed a convenience store overnight with a stun gun.
Three Charged Following Charlotte Drug Investigation
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have charged three suspects with multiple drug related offenses after serving a search warrant on March 28th.
Cleveland County Inmate Charged With Killing Another Inmate
Authorities have charged an inmate with killing another inmate in Cleveland County.
NCGOP Chairman, Several Others Indicted In Federal Corruption Probe
A federal criminal indictment unsealed today in the Western District of North Carolina charges the founder and Chairman of a multinational investment company, a company consultant and two North Carolina political figures with public corruption and bribery, for their alleged participation in a bribery scheme involving independent expenditure accounts and improper campaign contributions.
Lincoln County Mother Charged After Child Seriously Injured In Lawn Mower Accident
A Lincoln County woman has been charged with felony child abuse in connection with a lawn mower accident that seriously injured her 8-year-old son.
Suspect Charged After Man Found Dead In South Charlotte Residence; Victim Identified
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has charged 21-year-old Andrew Houston with Murder of 24-year-old Jonathan Holt Whitlow, after Whitlow's body was found inside a south Charlotte residence, on Sunday morning.
Caught On Camera: Video Shows Man Crashing Stolen Ambulance Into Several Vehicles In East Charlotte
Police say a man is in custody for stealing an ambulance and then crashing it into several vehicles in east Charlotte.
Charlotte Man Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Minor In Iredell County
A Charlotte man is facing multiple charges following an investigation into the sexual assault of a minor.
Police Investigating After UNCC Student's Car Stolen At Gunpoint
Officers are investigating after a UNCC student was robbed of their car at gunpoint at an apartment complex near campus.
Two Charged After Weekend Armed Robbery
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have charged two suspects accused of armed robbery over the weekend.
SLED Arrests Former Chester County Deputy On Several Charges
A former Chester County deputy was arrested Friday on several charges related to misconduct while in office.
Guardian, Brother Charged With Physically Abusing Child In Iredell County
A child's guardian and his brother have been charged with physically abusing the boy, including fracturing his face, in Statesville, after someone filed a report with authorities.
Governor Offers Reward In 2015 Mecklenburg County Murder Case
Governor Roy Cooper says the State is now offering a $5,000 reward in the 2015 murder case involving 7-year-old Kevin Rodas.
Feline Crime Syndicate Thwarted!
A syndicate of felines accused of multiple claw-ful crimes including cat burglary, catnapping and catnip possession with intent to distri-cute, have been lap-prehended!
"I Knew My Baby Was Gone."--Mother Of Woman Killed In Crossfire Speaks Out
Three people are charged in connection to a deadly shooting of Kendal Crank. CMPD says the 27-year-old got caught in the crossfire.
Three Charged With Murder After Woman Shot And Killed While Driving On N. Tryon Street
The CMPD has charged three people in the death of a 27-year-old woman killed by crossfire while driving on N. Tryon Street Thursday afternoon.
Two Shot, One With Life Threatening Injuries, In East Charlotte
Two people were taken to Atrium Health with serious injuries after a shooting in east Charlotte Friday morning.
Woman Killed in Crossfire in Charlotte
North Tryon Street at 28th Street was still closed hours later. The woman was just driving down the road Thursday night, when she was shot and killed inside her car. Now, the search for the shooters, as her family grieves.
Newton Man Arrested For Robbing Multiple Convenience Stores
Police have charged 36-year-old Walter Smith after two convenience stores were robbed within six hours.
Lancaster Man Charged With Trafficking Meth
A Lancaster man is charged with trafficking methamphetamine following his arrest on March 15th.
Fort Mill Man Arrested For Several Union County Burglaries In The Firethorne Community
Deputies say a 27-year-old Fort Mill, South Carolina resident is facing a number of charges following a string of burglaries in the Firethorne Country Club neighborhood.
South Charlotte Home Targeted By Swatters Four Times
It's a dangerous prank, prompting police to send the SWAT team to homes. We're learning about new cases of swatting, this time in South Charlotte.
Man And Woman Accused Of Keeping Teen In Basement, Using Her As Sex Slave
Authorities in North Carolina have filed charges against a man and a woman after investigators determined a 15-year-old girl was kept in a basement and sexually abused for more than a month last summer.
Suspect Charged In Connection To Several Burke And Caldwell County Drive-By Shootings
Officials say the person wanted for shooting at multiple homes and businesses throughout Burke and Caldwell Counties has been arrested.
Hickory Police Seek Armed Robbery Suspect
Police in Hickory are trying to locate the man they say robbed a convenience store at gunpoint Monday night.
Two People Walk Into Medic Headquarters Suffering From Gunshot Wounds
Police are investigation after two people walked into Medic Headquarters in west Charlotte suffering from gunshot wounds.
Suspect Charged After Shooting Sunday At The Concord Mills AMC Movie Theater
Panic at Concord Mills after a gunman opened fire inside the movie theater. It all started as an argument over seating. One person is hurt. Police are still searching for the shooter.
Albemarle Bank Robbery Suspect Wanted By Police
Police are looking for a man they say robbed a bank late Monday afternoon.
Huntersville Mother Charged In Death Of Her 4-Year-Old Son
Huntersville Police have charged Lashonda Hudson, 36, with the murder of her 4-year-old son in October of 2018.
Cornelius Police Seek Third Shooting Suspect
Police are searching for a third suspect in connection to a shooting Friday night that sent one man to the hospital in serious condition.
Rowan County Man Wanted For Child Sex Crimes Arrested
The Rowan County Sheriff's Office says a man wanted for sex crimes involving a minor has been arrested.
CMPD: Woman Charged In Northeast Charlotte Homicide, Victim Identified
CMPD says they are investigating a homicide that happened in northeast Charlotte.
Monroe Man Charged With Fatally Shooting 71-Year-Old Roomate
Police in Monroe have charged a 29-year-old man for shooting and killing a 71-year-old man they say he lived with.Β
Statesville Man Charged With Sexually Assaulting Juvenile In 2016
A Statesville man has been arrested and is charged with sexually assaulting a juvenile on several occasions in 2016.Β
CMPD: Man Arrested For Secretly Recording Unclothed 14-Year-Old Girl
Police say they arrested a man for secretly recording a 14-year-old girl who was unclothed.
Authorities Arrest Alexander County Murder Suspect With Loaded AR-15
An Alexander County man has been charged with murder after authorities say he shot and killed a man during an altercation.Β Β
Police Make Arrest In East Charlotte Murder From February
Police say they charged Antoine Watkins for his involvement in the murder of Na-Zea Scott on McAlway Road on February 9th, 2019.
Police Charge Woman Who Ran From Deadly Accident Involving Motorcyclist
A woman has been charged after police say she ran from an accident that killed a motorcyclist in west Charlotte Friday night.
Suspect Wanted On Vehicle Theft Crimes Arrested Following Friday Standoff
A man wanted on felony warrants related to vehicle theft crimes in Burke and McDowell Counties has been arrested.
"Crowd Fight" Prompts Heavy Police Response At Harding University High School
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police were called to Harding University High School in response to an "incident" Friday afternoon.
CMPD Asking For Assistance Locating Three Suspects Who Disabled Monitoring Devices
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is asking for assistance locating three individuals who cut off their electronic monitoring devices.Β
CMPD Charges Man In 1981 Sexual Assault Cold Case
CMPD's Cold Case Unit has charged Johnny Ealey, 65, in connection with two cases which occurred in 1981.
Teen Charged With Burglary In East Charlotte
A teen has been charged for his involvement in multiple burglaries in east Charlotte.
Police Trying To Identify 'Subjects Of Interest' Following Confederate Statue Vandalism
Police are trying to identify two people captured on surveillance following the reported vandalism of the Confederate Statue "Fame."
Lincolnton Man Charged With Animal Cruelty After Several Dogs Found Dead From Starvation
Several dogs in Lincoln County are dead after the owner tells deputies he forgot about them while working and staying in Charlotte and going through a bad separation.
Iredell County Man Charged With Impersonating Officer
A man is facing multiple charges after deputies say he was seen impersonating an officer on Tuesday.
Suspect Charged With Shooting Teen In South Charlotte
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have charged a suspect with shooting a teen in south Charlotte Wednesday night.
Sheriff says Privilege at Play After Complaints About Speed Trap in Cornelius
Sheriff Garry McFadden isn't backing down after a speed trap caused controversy in Cornelius. Neighbors think they were targeted, while the Sheriff says privilege is at play.
Concord Man Convicted of Rape 43 Years Ago Appeals Decision to Federal Court
Ronnie Long has been behind bars for more than four decades. If three Federal Judges rule in his favor, the Concord native may soon walk free.
Police Charge Suspect Accused Of Breaking Into Multiple Vehicles
CMPD has charged a man they say broke into two vehicles overnight Wednesday.
Stolen Vehicle Case Results In Drug Bust, Two Arrests
Police have charged two suspects after a License Plate Reader (LPR) hit on a stolen vehicle led officers to an alleged drug deal in northwest Charlotte.
CMPD Investigating East Charlotte Shooting
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a shooting that sent one person to the hospital Wednesday afternoon.
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