Suspect In Deadly September Ballantyne Shooting Turns Himself In
Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Homicide Unit have charged Marquis Smith with the murder of Jermaine Stuckey.
Local Crime
Neighbor Holds Suspect at Gunpoint After Car Chase Ends in SouthPark
Two suspects are in custody after a car chase ends in SouthPark. A man held one of the suspects in custody until police arrived. He described the frightening moments as he caught that suspect trying to climb up the stairs to his back deck.
Judge Sentences Man Accused Of Robbing Multiple Charlotte Businesses
Antonio Gaines, 28, has been sentenced to at least seven years in prison for robbing three Charlotte businesses at gunpoint.
Concord Police Seek Suspect In Armed Robbery
Police are trying to identify a suspect wanted in connection to an armed robbery on December 30th.
Man Arrested After Allegedly Breaking Into Lenoir Area Church
Police have arrested a man accused of breaking into a local church early Thursday morning.
Wilmington Man Charged With Stealing Woman's Car In Matthews
A Wilmington man is accused of stealing a woman's car while she was taking her child to the orthodontist in Matthews.
Man Faces Multiple Charges After Overnight Shooting In Rock Hill
A man is facing multiple charges after police say he fired several shots at a home shortly after midnight Thursday as part of a domestic dispute.
Man Shot Sitting In Car In Driveway Dies, Police Arrest Shooting Suspect
Police have charged 33-year-old DeAngelo Olando Morgan with the murder of Nathan Roberts who was found shot in his car in front of his home on Parkway Avenue on Tuesday.
Police: Intoxicated Taylorsville Woman Arrested After Assaulting Officers
A 41-year-old Taylorsville woman has been arrested after police say she assaulted officers while intoxicated last week.
Former Iredell County Teacher Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Foster Child Re-Arrested For Violating Bond Terms
A former Iredell-Statesville teacher charged with multiple child sex crimes has been re-arrested for allegedly violating the terms of her bond.
Victim In East Charlotte Homicide Identified
Police have identified the victim shot and killed in east Charlotte late Sunday night.
Man Charged With Breaking Into Vehicles In Charlotte Has Been Arrested Nearly Two Dozen Times Since 2016
Police say they arrested a man for breaking into several vehicles in southeast Charlotte.
Deadly Start To The New Year In Charlotte
A deadly start to the New Year in Charlotte. Two homicides in less than two hours. It comes after a violent last weekend of 2018.
Unclear If Red Light Cameras Will Be Included In Charlotte's Safety Initiative
City transportation officials won't say if red light cameras will be part of their Vision Zero Safety plan.Β
Gaston County Mugshots December 31st
Check out the Gaston County mugshots from Monday, December 31st.Β
CMPD Identifies Shooting Suspect After Man Was Shot And Killed At Local Bar
Detectives are conducting a homicide investigation near Briar Creek Road after a call for service came in around 11:40 p.m. on Saturday evening.
14-Year-Old Charged, Another Teen Injured In East Charlotte Shooting
A 14-year-old male juvenile has been charged for his involvement in the shooting that took place off Riding Trail Road on Thursday.
Statesville Man Facing Additional Charges After Missing 14-Year-Old Rowan County Girl Found Safe
28-year-old Jake Kelly faces more charges related to the disappearance of 14-year-old Lauren Haynes.
26-Year-Old Man Wanted For Cutting Off Electronic Monitoring Device
CMPD is searching for a 26-year-old man who is wanted for several charges.
Eastridge Mall Shooting Possibly Prompted By Road Rage, Gastonia Officials Say
A possible road rage incident led to a shooting in Gastonia, according to authorities.
Suspects Wanted For Rowan County Break-Ins
Deputies have issued warrants for two suspects in connection to a series of break-ins across the southeastern part of the county.
Two SC Men Arrested In Connection To Cabarrus County Bank Robbery
The Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office has arrested two men in connection to a bank robbery Friday morning.
In-Person Visits Return To Mecklenburg County Jail For The Holidays
The jail will offer free in-person visits during the week of December 24, 2018 through December 31, 2018 as a temporary measure until the policy is fully put into effect.
Stanly Man Faces More Than 2 Dozen Felony Charges After Alleged Misuse Of Company Credit Card
Lincoln County deputies have arrested a man accused of making multiple unauthorized purchases on a company credit card.
Carolina Taxi Employee Shot During Armed Robbery, Two Suspects Wanted
Police are investigating an armed robbery and shooting that happened at a business early Friday morning.
Illegal Immigrants Charged With Drug Trafficking In Iredell County
Two illegal immigrants have been arrested following an investigation into drug trafficking in Southern Iredell County.Β
Boone PD Investigating Fake Bomb Threat Made Near Watauga County Courthouse
Police in Boone are still investigating after an unknown called in a bomb threat near the Watauga County Courthouse Friday morning.
Suspect Wanted By CMPD Has Been Arrested
CMPD says Michael Mangan was arrested Tuesday night.
Authorities Identify Female Suspect Wanted For Breaking And Entering In Iredell County
Authorities have identified the female suspect wanted for breaking and entering residences off Brawley School Road in Mooresville.Β
Pineville Elementary Principal, Assistant Principal Reinstated Following Investigation Of Alleged Sexual Assault On Student By Fellow Classmates
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools announced Thursday that Pineville Elementary principal Brian Doerer and assistant principal Kathryn Trotter have been reinstated effective December 18th.
Florida Man Arrested In SC On Sexual Misconduct Charges Involving Child
A Florida man was recently arrested in Lancaster County on charges of sexual misconduct with a child.
Driver Faces DWI Charges After Accident Injures Four, Including 2 Children
The driver of a pickup truck involved in a three vehicle accident early Thursday morning has been charged with DWI.
2 Suspects Wanted After Armed Robberies At Multiple Charlotte Businesses
CMPD is asking for help in identifying two suspects accused of robbing multiple businesses at gunpoint on Wednesday.
Four People Charged After Police Say They Stole A Car Used For Armed Robbery, Led Officers On Pursuit
Four people have been charged after police say a car was stolen from an apartment complex and used in an armed robbery in southeast Charlotte on Tuesday.
Father Charged With Murder After Investigators Say 10-Month-Old Died From Fentanyl Toxicity
A Cabarrus County father is facing a second-degree murder charge after authorities say his 10-month-old daughter died from exposure to Fentanyl.
Suspect Found Guilty In 2016 Steele Creek Homicide
The man accused of shooting and killing another man in 2016 has been found guilty of murder.Β
Man Charged With Armed Uptown Carjacking
Police have charged a man they say stole a woman's vehicle at gunpoint Tuesday morning in Uptown.
Police Searching For Two Suspects In Connection To Family Dollar Robbery
Police are searching for two suspects who they say robbed a Family Dollar in North Charlotte Tuesday night.
Police: Man Arrested After Holding Woman At Gunpoint, Stealing Her Car In North Charlotte
A man has been arrested after holding a woman at gunpoint and stealing her car in north Charlotte Tuesday morning, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
New Victims of Alleged Election Fraud Come Forward at Town Hall Meeting
We're hearing new stories from victims of alleged election fraud in the 9th District. Bladen County is at the center of the investigation into suspected ballot tampering.
Two Arrested In Connection To Fort Mill Carjacking, Hit And Run
Authorities say two suspects have been charged in connection to a hit and run and carjacking that occurred on December 6th.
Man Arrested After Complaints Regarding Illegal Drug Activity At Lincoln County Home
A Lincoln County man is facing multiple charges after deputies arrested him following complaints of illegal drug activity.
Two Suspects Wanted For Hickory Business Armed Robbery
Police are looking for two suspects accused of robbing the Aquarium Skill Fish Game overnight Tuesday.
21-Year-Old Man Shot Multiple Times, Killed In South Charlotte
A 21-year-old man was shot multiple times in South Charlotte late Monday night.
Juvenile Arrested For October Shooting Death Of 29-Year-Old Woman
Police say they charged a second person in an east Charlotte murder that happened in October.Β
Police Detain Suspect After Man Shot In Leg In East Charlotte
A man was shot in the leg in east Charlotte early Monday.
Police Investigating After Woman And Child Were Shot Sunday Morning
Authorities say they responded to an assault with a deadly weapon call on Glory Meadow Court early Sunday Morning.
Authorities Investigating Deadly Stabbing In Lancaster County
Authorities are investigating a deadly stabbing that occurred late Saturday night.
Fire Department Lieutenant Arrested For Soliciting Prostitution
Authorities say Thomas Wayne Pickard, 52 of Lancaster was arrested and charged with soliciting prostitution in York County.
Authorities: Wave Of Hoax Bomb Threats Made Across US
A wave of bomb threats emailed Thursday to hundreds of schools, businesses and government buildings across the U.S. triggered searches, evacuations and fear β but there were no signs of explosives, and authorities said the scare appeared to be a crude extortion attempt.
Law Enforcement Investigating Multiple Bomb Threats Across Country, Including 16 In Charlotte Area
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating after multiple bomb threats were reported Thursday afternoon across the city. So far, police say none of the threats have been substantiated.
Police Charge Suspect In Recent South Boulevard Robbery Cases
Police have charged a man they say robbed two businesses on South Boulevard in early December.
Man Arrested In Connection To Two Armed Robberies In Southeast Charlotte
A 22-year-old man has been arrested in connection to two armed robberies in southeast Charlotte.
"Porch Pirates" on the Rise During Holiday Shipping Season
Porch Pirates are targeting local homes! With the holidays right around the corner, package thefts are on the rise in the Charlotte area.
Deputies Seek Information On Possible Fraud Suspect
Deputies are trying to identify a man they say committed fraud in multiple counties.
Police Charge Driver With 2nd Degree Murder After Deadly 2-Car Crash In East Charlotte, Victim Identified
Police have identified the driver killed early Wednesday morning in east Charlotte.
Woman Arrested For Stealing Packages In Catawba County
Authorities have arrested and charged a woman who was wanted after being seen on surveillance video stealing packages from a Catawba County residence last week.Β
Two Charged After Early Morning Vehicle Break-Ins, Third Suspect Wanted
CMPD has charged two suspects accused of breaking into multiple vehicles early Tuesday morning. A third suspect is still on the loose.
Suspect Pleads Guilty To Deadly Peach Stand Shooting, Sentenced To Life
The suspect accused of killing 19-year-old Karson Whitesell in January has pleaded guilty.
Morganton Man Charged In Connection To Shooting That Sent Woman To The Hospital
A 59-year-old man has been arrested after deputies say he shot a woman in Morganton over the weekend.
CMPD Charges Suspect In Violent Carjacking, Attempted Sexual Assault
Police say they have charged Travis Blakley, 30, in connection to a violent attempted sexual assault and carjacking that took place in the Park Road Shopping Center on November 16th.
Lincoln County Registered Sex Offender Charged With Sexually Assaulting Minor
A registered sex offender is facing charges after he allegedly sexually assaulted a 15-year-old girl.
Suspect Wanted For Breaking Into Cornelius Music Store, Stealing Thousands Worth Of Equipment
Police need help identifying a man they say broke into a local music store, and stole roughly $5,000 worth of electronics and equipment.
Authorities Charge 5 Suspects After Busting Drug Trafficking Ring In Lancaster County
Authorities from several local and federal agencies arrested five suspects Friday morning on more than 35 warrants, including over a dozen drug trafficking charges.
Matthews Police Investigating Circle K Armed Robbery, Seeking Witnesses
Police in Matthews, N.C., are investigating an armed robbery at a convenience store early Friday morning.Β
CMPD Makes Third Arrest In University City Murder
A third suspect has been charged with the murder of 21-year-old Javon Daniel Alim Sherwood who was shot and killed at an apartment complex in the University area.
Deputies Searching For Suspect Connected To Armed Robbery At Friendly Arcade In Burke County
A man is on the loose after he entered a pool hall, pointed a gun at an employee and stole money in Burke County on Monday.
Drunk Driver Flees From Police, Crashes At Elementary School In York County
A woman is facing drunk driving charges after evading police and crashing near an elementary school in York County Thursday morning.Β Β
Gaston County Pastor Charged With Multiple Sex Offenses
A Gaston County pastor has been charged with multiple sex offenses involving children.Β
CMPD: Associate Of Victim In West Charlotte Shooting Arrested On Unrelated Charge
Police are investigating a shooting from Tuesday night in west Charlotte that sent one person to the hospital.
Inmates Charged With Assaulting Detention Officers, Inciting Riot In Iredell County
Three inmates have been charged after multiple detention officers were assaulted at the Iredell County Detention Center.Β Β
Gaston County Man Arrested For Child Pornography
Authorities say a Gaston County man has been charged with possessing child pornography.Β Β
Former Church Volunteer Facing Multiple Child Sex Related Charges
Jacop Hazlett is accused of molesting at least 14 young children while volunteering at a North Charleston Church. He's also under investigation for assault allegations in Davidson.
Lincoln County Schools Elementary Principal Accused Of Assault On Student
A Lincoln County Schools elementary school principal has been arrested after deputies say he assaulted a student in November.
Suspect In Stolen Vehicle Pursuit Faces Multiple Charges
A man was arrested Monday morning after he reportedly led authorities on a multi-county pursuit that ended in a vehicle crash.
Phone Call About Possible Violence Prompts Lockdown At Dowd YMCA
The Dowd YMCA was on lockdown for about one hour Monday afternoon after officials at the facility say someone made an anonymous phone call about possible violence related to a domestic dispute.
Matthews Man Who Tried To Purchase Radioactive Material To Kill His Roommate Pleads Guilty
A Matthews man is accused of hiring a hitman and buying a 'radioactive substance' to poison his roommate, according to federal officials.
Two Arrested After Alleged Robbery And Assault Of Gaston County Man
Authorities have arrested two men accused of assaulting and robbing a Stanley, NC man on Saturday, November 17.
Suspect Wanted For Gastonia Shooting That Left One Person Critically Injured
Police have issued warrants on a man they say shot and critically injured one person late Thursday night.
Cleveland County Man Arrested For Killing His Brother In September
A 35-year-old man is facing murder charges after authorities arrested him Thursday at an apartment complex in Charlotte.
Man Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Woman In East Charlotte Arrested In Lancaster County
CMPD says 24-year-old Lajames Ross has been arrested in Lancaster, SC in connection to an east Charlotte sexual assault that happened in September.
Deputies: Hickory Man Busted After Thinking He Was Meeting Minor For Sex
Deputies say they arrested a Hickory man after he showed up at a prearranged location thinking he was meeting a minor to have sex.
Sheriff: 3 Charged After 3-Year-Old Shot In Chesterfield County
The Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office says three people have been arrested after a toddler was shot Thursday morning.
Hickory Police Investigating Robbery At The Blue Crab Skill Fish Games
Hickory Police are investigating a robbery at The Blue Crab Skill Fish Games business on Highway 70.
5 Teens Arrested In Connection To Multiple Charlotte Armed Robberies
CMPD says the five suspects who led officers on a vehicle chase Wednesday night that ended in an east Charlotte crash were wanted in connection to several armed robberies.
Police Charge Suspect In 1995 Sex Assault Cold Case
CMPD has charged a suspect in connection to a sexual assault cold case that took place in 1995.
Registered, Lincoln County Sex Offender Charged With Child Sexual Assault
Deputies with the Lincoln County Sheriff's office have charged a 24-year-old man after they say he sexually assaulted a family member at his home on Saturday, Nov. 24.
FBI: Body Found In Robeson County Believed To Be Hania Aguilar, Moment Of Silence Held In Her Honor
Classmates of Hania Aguilar are planing to hold a moment of silence today at Lumberton Junior High School in memory of the 13-year-old girl.
FBI, Rutherford County Deputies Find Missing 13-Year-Old Aubrey Joelle Acree Safe And Alive
The FBI and Rutherford County deputies have located 13-year-old Aubrey Joelle Acree who went missing on Monday, Nov. 26.
Lincoln County Deputies Arrest Suspect After Rash Of Vehicle Break-Ins
A Hickory man was arrested Wednesday in connection to several vehicle break-ins that occurred at a Lincoln County apartment complex.
Registered Sex Offender Charged With Possessing Child Porn In Gaston County
Gaston County Police have charged a registered sex offender with possession of child pornography.
Police Arrest Suspect In Gastonia Homicide
Police have arrested a man accused of shooting and killing 30-year-old Terrence Terrell on Thursday, November 22.
Officials Investigating Gaston County House Fire
Officials are trying to determine what caused a fire that completely engulfed a Gaston County home early Wednesday morning.Β
How South Carolina Has Handled Voter ID Law
North Carolina lawmakers are working to write the law that would require voters to have a photo ID to cast a ballot.
Man Wanted for Sexually Assaulting 15-Year-Old Turns Himself In
The man wanted for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl at a Concord library has turned himself in.
Suspect Wanted After String Of Belmont Business Break-Ins
Police are looking for a teen they say broke into several businesses throughout the area.
CMPD: Shooting Death Of Teen At South Charlotte Motel 6 Ruled Accidental
Investigators announced Tuesday that the death of 17-year-old Daquayaon Brown in south Charlotte has been ruled accidental.
Driver Facing Additional Charges After Deadly West Charlotte Hit And Run
Police have issued more charges on the driver they say hit a pedestrian in west Charlotte on November 14th and took off.
2 Suspects Charged In 2009 Arson Cold Case Involving Pak's Martial Arts In Rock Hill
It's been nearly a decade since someone set fire to Pak's Martial Arts Center in Rock Hill, but on Tuesday investigators charged two suspects with the crime.
Former Teacher At Sugar Creek Charter School Facing Charges For Sexually Assaulting Student
Officials say a teacher at Sugar Creek Charter School has been terminated after being charged with sexually assaulting a student.
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