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.
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CMPD Investigating East Charlotte Shooting
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a shooting that sent one person to the hospital Wednesday afternoon.
Police Identify Three Suspects Charged After Wild Chase Through Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has identified the three suspects arrested following a high-speed chase through parts of Charlotte Tuesday afternoon.
Huntersville Police Need Help Identifying Weekend Armed Robbery Suspect
Huntersville Police are trying to identify a suspect they say robbed at least one convenience store over the weekend.
Former State Rep. Rodney Moore Booked On Charges Related To Campaign Finance Fraud
Former state Rep. Rodney Moore of Charlotte was indicted on Monday by a Mecklenburg County grand jury. Also included in the indictment is Moore's campaign treasurer, Tammy Neal.
Authorities Recover Several Firearms Stolen From Catawba County Residences
Authorities have recovered stolen firearms from several residences in Catawba County and say charges are pending on the accused suspect.
Police: Man Arrested For Putting Cameras In Tanning Area At Hickory Planet Fitness
A Catawba County man has been charged with peeping after police say he placed a recording device in the tanning area of a Hickory Planet Fitness.Β
Gaston County Mugshots March 19th
Check out the Gaston County mugshots from March 19th.
Man Charged With Kidnapping, Sexually Assaulting Child Off West Charlotte Trail
Police say they arrested a man for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a child off a trail in west Charlotte.
CMPD Charges Two Suspects Connected To Overnight Vehicle Theft, Shooting
Police have charged two suspects in connection to a vehicle theft and shooting that happened overnight in north and northwest Charlotte.
Man Shot At Apartment Complex Near UNCC Dies From Injuries
Police say the man who was shot Monday night at an apartment complex in northeast Charlotte has died.
Mooresville Man Charged With Felony Breaking and Entering of a Motor Vehicle
Deputies say they arrested a man after he reportedly broke into a car and then was seen walking down the street, talking to himself, and carrying a hatchet.
CMPD Makes Arrest In Bizarre Case Where Carjacking Suspect Was Shot And Killed In Uptown Charlotte
Police say they arrested a man for shooting and killing an alleged carjacking suspect in Uptown Charlotte.
Death Investigation Underway At East Charlotte Construction Site
Police are investigating after someone was found dead at a construction site in east Charlotte.
Woman Sentenced After Pleading Guilty To Killing Her Aunt In 2016
A woman charged in connection to the 2016 death of her aunt has been sentenced to more than 18 years in prison.
Prosecutors Won't Seek Death Penalty For Conover Man Accused Of Shooting Woman And Killing Her Son
Prosecutors announced Monday they will not seek the death penalty for Scott Putnam who is accused of shooting a woman and killing her son in July of 2018.
Police Arrest Suspect Accused Of Robbing Store, Threatening To Kill Clerk
CMPD says they have arrested a man accused of robbing a store on Monroe Road over the weekend and threatening to kill the clerk.
Lancaster County Man Arrested On Multiple Drug Related Charges
A 54-year-old Lancaster County man is facing multiple drug related charges after authorities executed a search warrant at his home Friday morning.
Gaston County Man Charged With Making False Bomb Threat To His Work
A Gaston County man has been charged and arrested in connection with a false bomb threat against the business where he worked in Lincoln County.
Three People Charged In Connection To Alexander County Double Homicide
Deputies say they arrested three people in connection to a double homicide that happened in Alexander County in February.Β
Two Now Charged In Connection To Multiple Rowan County Robberies
A man wanted in connection to several armed robberies throughout Rowan County has been arrested, and officials say an additional suspect now faces charges.
Judge Denies Bond For 16-Year-Old Charged In Rock Hill Double Homicide Case
Authorities say Sam Robinson was denied bond during a hearing Friday morning in York County.Β
Lenoir Police Charge 4 Following Two Month Long Drug Investigation
Police say a two month long investigation has resulted in the arrest of four suspects and the seizure of methamphetamine.
Lancaster Man Arrested For Shooting Into Kershaw Home Thursday Morning
Lancaster County Sheriff's deputies have charged a man accused of shooting into a home Thursday morning and forcing several area schools to go on lock down.
Columbia Man Wanted In Connection To Multiple Thefts At Lancaster Area Churches
The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office is trying to find a man they say committed multiple thefts at area churches on Sunday while services were underway.
Matthews Police Looking For Man Accused Of Using Stolen Credit Card
Police are trying to identify a man they say used a stolen credit at a home improvement store Saturday.
3 Charged In Connection To Chesterfield Homicide
The Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office says three suspects have been charged in connection to a homicide Wednesday.
Rowan County Man Accused Of Abusing 4-Year-Old Boy Turns Himself In
The Rowan County Sheriff's Office says Brandon Meeks turned himself in and was arrested Wednesday night.
Lancaster Man Facing Multiple Drug, Weapon Related Charges
A Lancaster County man is facing multiple drug and weapons related charges following a search of his home last Thursday morning.
Police: Shots Fired During Road Rage Incident On Independence Boulevard
Police say they arrested a man for firing shots into a woman's vehicle following a road rage incident on Independence Boulevard.
Charlotte Man Sentenced To Life In Prison For 2016 Murder
A Charlotte man was sentenced to life in prison for a murder in 2016.Β
Mexican National Arrested For Trafficking Marijuana Through FedEx
A Mexican National, who has been in the United States illegally for 25 years, was arrested by federal, state and local authorities for trafficking marijuana through a scheme using FedEx, according to a news release.
Car Break-In Suspects Open Fire on Homeowner Who Confronted Them
Two car break-in suspects open fire on a Charlotte woman who confronted them. That woman says one of the bullets narrowly missed her.
Two Suspects Charged In Connection To Chester Shooting
Chester Police say two suspects have been charged in connection to a March 6th shooting that left a 16-year-old juvenile injured.
Dropbox Helps Iredell County Detectives Catch Teen Accused Of Uploading Child Pornography
A 19-year-old in Iredell County is facing multiple charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor.
Police: North Tryon Street Shut Down After Robbery Suspects Crash Vehicle
Police currently have North Tryon Street between W. 27th Street and W. 30th Street shut down due to a robbery investigation and a crash.
Police Identify Body Found By Road In Matthews
Authorities have identified the body found by a roadside crew in Matthews last week.Β
Taser Found During CMS Safety Screening At Myers Park High School
Officials say a taser was confiscated during a CMS safety screening at Myers Park High School.Β The screening was conducted in five classrooms at the school on Tuesday, March 12th.Β Β
Rock Hill Police & Other Local Agencies Fight Organized Shoplifting Rings
Brazen shoplifters walking out of stores with big screen TV's, iPhones, and power tools. Local police are working to fight organized shoplifting rings that target big box stores.
Family Desperate To Find Out Why Someone Shot Their Dog
The dog is recovering after two surgeries to remove the bullet.
Powerful Security Tool Coming To CLT Airport Raises Concerns
Charlotte-Douglas Airport is preparing for facial recognition technology.
Police Seek Suspect In Ballantyne Area Bank Robbery
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has released a photo of the man they say robbed a Ballantyne area bank Monday afternoon.
Kannapolis Man Charged With Sexually Assaulting Seven-Year-Old Girl For Months
A Kannapolis man is being held on a $1.25 million bond on charges that he sexually assaulted a seven-year-old girl over the course of several months.Β
CMPD Investigating Armed Robbery At Credit Union Near UNCC
Police are investigating following an armed bank robbery at the State Employees' Credit Union in the University City area Monday morning.
CMPD Seeking Assistance Locating Robbery Suspect Last Seen In Gastonia
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is asking for assistance locating a man who disabled his electronic monitoring device.Β
Woman Charged With Murder After Man Shot And Killed During Domestic Dispute In North Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has identified the victim and suspect after a man was shot and killed in north Charlotte, on Sunday morning.Β
Victim Identified After Man Found Shot To Death In West Charlotte Convenience Store Parking Lot
The CMPD has identified the man who was found shot to death in a west Charlotte convenience store parking lot, on Friday night.
CMPD: Man Charged After 3-Year-Old Boy Taken To Hospital Following Accidental Shooting In N. Charlotte
Police have charged a man after a 3-year-old boy accidentally shot the man and himself, in a hotel room, on Friday night.
Judge Sentences Rayquan Borum Following Guilty Verdict
Rayquan Borum was found guilty Friday afternoon of Second Degree Murder and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon in connection to the 2016 shooting death of 26-year-old Justin Carr.
Rayquan Borum Found Guilty Of 2nd Degree Murder
Jurors will resume deliberations Thursday in the trial of the man accused of killing a protester in Uptown. Rayquuan Borum could face up to life in prison if convicted of murdering Justin Carr in 2016.
Hickory Police Seeking Assistance Identifying Armed Robbery Suspect
Police in Hickory are investigating an armed robbery at a local restaurant on Thursday night.Β
CMPD Officer Arrested For Falsifying Time Card
CMPD says they arrested an officer for falsifying his time card.Β
Final Suspect Wanted For 2018 Lancaster County Burglary, Shooting Arrested In Charlotte
Lancaster County deputies say Danquinton Johnson was arrested by CMPD on February 26th and extradited to Lancaster on March 1st.
Suspect Arrested In Durham After Man Shot And Killed In Parking Lot Near South Charlotte Club
Police have charged a man for the February 17th murder of 28-year-old Ervin Kenneth Steward in south Charlotte. Β
Suspect Faces Additional Charged Related To Deadly Rowan County Shooting
The Rowan County Sheriff's Office has now charged Savanah Dial with an additional charge of Accessory to Murder.
Two Charged Following Lancaster County Drug Investigation
Two people are facing drug and gun charges following a drug investigation in Lancaster County, South Carolina.Β
CMPD Makes Arrest In 2008 Quadruple Homicide
Police say they arrested a man in connection to a quadruple homicide from 2008.
Grieving Father Shares Last Text Message His Son Sent Before Double Murder-Suicide
That father says he never thought his son would harm anyone, but this wasn't his son's first run-in with the law.Β
U.S. Marshals Arrest Suspect Wanted For Armed Robbery At Statesville Business
According to Statesville Police, U.S. Marshals in Charlotte have located and arrested 25-year-old Justin Jones in connection to an armed robbery that happened on January 7th.
Two Arrested On Multiple Drug And Weapons Charges
Lenoir Police Department has charged two suspects after seizing numerous weapons and a large amount of drugs Wednesday morning.
Jury Could Get Case Wednesday In Rayquan Borum Murder Trial
The fate of a man accused of killing an Uptown protester could be in the juryβs hands Wednesday. Lawyers will start with closing arguments first thing Wednesday morning in the Rayquan Borum trial.
Hickory Woman Sentenced For Sex Offense Involving 4-Year-Old Girl
Sherry Lyden, 28, will spend the next 12 to 19 years in prison after a judge sentenced her Tuesday in Burke County Superior Court.
Man Arrested For Carrying Handgun To Police Headquarters
Authorities arrest man for carrying hand gun on city property after previous warnings.
Breaking And Entering Suspect Caught Red Handed By CMPD
On Tuesday, officers responded to Evanshire Drive in reference to a residential breaking and entering call for service.
Deputies: Mooresville Man Arrested After Trying To Run Over Wife, Bystanders With Vehicle
Deputies say they arrested a man for trying to run his wife and bystanders over with his vehicle in Mooresville.
Two Women Arrested For Assaulting Handicapped Man
On Monday, the Lincoln County Sheriffβs Office charged two women with assaulting an individual with a disability.
Police Investigating Weekend Shooting At Rock Hill Party
Police are searching for answers after a man was shot in the leg at a party shortly after midnight Sunday.
Police Make Arrest In Elevator Shooting At Hotel In Epicentre
Police say they made an arrest in a shooting that happened in the elevator of a hotel at the Epicentre in Uptown Charlotte.
Woman Accused Of Giving Alcohol To Minors In York County Now Facing Involuntary Manslaughter Charge In Teen's Death
A York County woman is now facing an involuntary manslaughter charge after authorities say a teen was found dead after consuming alcohol provided by the woman.Β
Charlotte Nightclub Owner One Of 123 People Arrested In Statewide ALE Operation
Friday and Saturday night, ALE special agents arrested more than 123 people for alcohol, drug, firearm, and gambling charges during a state-wide crackdown in partnership with local, state and federal agencies.
One Dead Following Officer-Involved Shooting In Mt. Holly
One person is dead following an officer-involved shooting in Mt. Holly, on Saturday morning, according to reports.
Voodoo, Shamans And A Hex Revealed In Friday Murder Trial
Voodoo, shamans and a hex revealed Friday in the Rayquan Borum murder trial.
Teen Faces Child Porn Charges After Scheme To Get Revenge On Ex-Boyfriend
A 15-year-old girl is facing multiple charges related to child pornography, officials say, after a failed scheme to get revenge on her ex-boyfriend.
Meck County Detention Officer Charged With Sexually Assaulting Woman
A detention officer with the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office has been charged with sexually assaulting a 19-year-old woman.
Kannapolis Man Sentenced On Child Pornography Charges
Anthony Barry, 19, has been sentenced to 17 years in prison after pleading guilty to the production of child pornography.
Two Charged After Woman Shot And Killed In North Charlotte
CMPD has charged two suspects with the murder of 31-year-old Therrisha Steward, who was shot multiple times overnight Tuesday in north Charlotte.
Wanted By CMPD: Chet McBeath
CMPD is looking for 25-year-old Chet McBeath who they say cut off his electronic monitor on Wedensday.
Rowan County Man Charged With Cabarrus County Restaurant Break-Ins
A Rowan County man has been charged with a series of break-ins at two Concord, North Carolina restaurants.Β
Second Person Charged After Gas Station Stabbing Leads To Wild Chain Of Events That Ended With House Fire In East Charlotte
CMPD arrested a second man for his involvement in a stabbing that led to a vehicle accident and a house fire in east Charlotte.Β Β
Two Arrested In Connection With West Charlotte Double Murder
Police have arrested two men for their involvement in the murders of Ibn Marshall and Anu'bius Smith, on Wednesday night.
CMPD Chief Putney Issues Statement On Recent Increase In Violent Crime
Following the recent increase in violent crime throughout the city, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Kerr Putney has issued a statement on what the department is doing to keep citizens safe.
Maiden Police Seek Suspects Accused Of Credit Fraud
Police are trying to identify two suspects accused of using a stolen debit card to but gas early Monday morning.
Two Arrested After Alleged Assault, Vehicle Theft At Lincolnton Convenience Store
Lincoln County deputies say Billy Franklin, III and Jessica Nations were both arrested overnight in Alexander County during a traffic stop.
Homeless Man Charged With Breaking Into, Stealing From Statesville Church
Iredell County Sheriff's deputies have charged a man in connection to a church break-in over the weekend.
Funeral Arrangements Announced For Ardrey Kell Student Killed In Double Homicide
Funeral arrangements for 15-year-old Jenna Hewitt, killed during a double homicide over the weekend, were announced on Wednesday.
Murder Suspect Rayquan Borum Accused of Making Threatening Phone Call About Judge
A bombshell in the Rayquan Borum trial. The man charged with the murder of a protester in Uptown Charlotte is now accused of threatening Judge Gregory Hayes in a jail phone call. Another judge will decide on Friday whether Hayes should recuse himself.
Police Investigating After Man Shot In The Leg In NW Charlotte
A man is being treated at the hospital after officials say he was shot in the leg Wednesday night.
Watauga County Man Charged With Sexual Exploitation Of A Minor
Authorities with the Boone Police Department and Watauga County Sheriff's Office have charged a 22-year-old man with multiple counts of sexual exploitation of a minor.
Cleveland County Man Charged With Sex Crimes Involving Juvenile Under 13
The Cleveland County Sheriff's Office says a 42-year-old man is charged with multiple crimes related to the rape of a juvenile under the age of 13.
Authorities: Man Charged With Killing Missing 25-Year-Old Stanly County Woman
The Stanly County Sheriff's Office says a man has been charged with the murder of 25-year-old Sasha Naylor.
Police Say No Arrests In Rock Hill Double Homicide; Victims Identified
Rock Hill police are trying to figure out what led up two people found shot dead inside a car Tuesday afternoon. There's been no arrests, but authorities have identified both victims.
Chaos and Confusion After Gun Scare at Myers Park High School
Chaos and confusion after a gun scare at Myers Park High School. CMS now confirms a student did have a weapon on campus Monday.
Authorities Use Stop Sticks To End Multi-County Vehicle Chase
The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office used stop sticks overnight Tuesday to help end a multi-county vehicle pursuit.
Iredell County Woman Faces Multiple Child Sex Related Charges
A 39-year-old Iredell County woman is facing multiple charges after investigators say she sexually assaulted a child and sent them pornographic messages.
Wanted By CMPD: Anthony Drayton
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department needs help finding 19-year-old Anthony Drayton.
Suspect in South Charlotte Double Murder-Suicide Had Long Rap Sheet
A double murder-suicide in a South Charlotte neighborhood. We're learning more about the victims and the shooter. One of the victims was just 15 years old.
October Assault Victim Dies From Injuries, Suspect Charged
The victim of an assault that took place in October of 2018 has died from injuries. Police say the suspect is now charged with voluntary manslaughter.
Hickory Man Sentenced For 2016 Assault With A Deadly Weapon Involving Law Enforcement Officer
A Hickory man will spend the next eight to 13 years in prison after being convicted of charges related to a 2016 shootout with a Catawba County deputy.
Rowan County Deputies Seek BP Robbery Suspect
The Rowan County Sheriff's Office is trying to identify a man they say robbed a local gas station early Saturday morning.
Police Release 911 Call From Double Homicide At Home In Providence Country Club
Police say the man accused of killing two people, including a 15-year-old girl, has died from injuries he sustained due to a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
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