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Twin Brothers Charged With Murder After Shooting

Police say 21-year-old twins Jamani and Emani Burris shot 23- year-old Misael Vasquez in the head.

Former Pastor Pleads Guilty To Wire Fraud

The former pastor at Southlake Presbyterian Church inHuntersvillee will spend five years behind bars for embezzlement.

Twins Arrested For Gastonia Homicide

Police have arrested, 21-year-old, twin brothers Emani and Jamani Burris in connection with the murder of Misael Garcia Vasquez.

Davidson Police Looking For Hit And Run Suspect

Davidson Police are seeking assistance locating a suspect involved in a hit and run, which injured a pedestrian, Monday afternoon.

Cherryville High School Teacher Arrested For Sex With Student

A Cherryville High School teacher has been arrested for a sex offense involving a student.

Citizen Complaints Lead To Three Arrests In Lincoln County

Three people have been arrested after an investigation into suspicious activity in Lincoln County.

Details Released In Caldwell Deputy-Involved Shooting

Tonight we know more about what led up to a Caldwell County Deputy shooting and killing a man.

Founding Pastor At Southlake Church Pleads Guilty To Embezzlement Charges

The founding pastor at a church in Huntersville has pleaded guilty to embezzlement charges.

14-Year-Old Arrested for Role in Armed Robberies

Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s Armed Robbery Unit have charged a 14 year old male juvenile for his role in these robberies.

Man Accused Of Robbing Two Boost Mobile Stores In Charlotte Arrested

Police say they arrested a man for his involvement in the armed robberies of two Boost Mobile stores in east Charlotte.

Charlotte Police Connect Suspect to Multiple Armed Robberies

Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s Armed Robbery Unit have charged Davonte Faison for his involvement in the armed robbery of a Family Dollar on November 30 and the robbery of a Fuel Mart on December 18 at 5035 N. Tryon Street.

Authorities Release Name Of Deputy Involved In Fatal Shooting In Caldwell County

A man is dead following an officer-involved shooting in Caldwell County.

Authorities Release Names Of Women Found Dead In Apparent Murder Suicide In Lincoln County

Authorities are investigating a murder-suicide in Lincoln County after trying to serve an eviction notice.

Rock Hill Police Investigating Two Shootings

Rock Hill Police say two people were shot in separate shootings on Monday.

Taylorsville Woman Arrested For Setting Home On Fire

A woman in Taylorsville has been arrested for intentionally setting her home on fire, according to a news release.

Winthrop University Student Cleared Of Charges After Black Objects Found Hanging From Tree On Campus

A Winthrop University student was found not responsible for violating two university student conduct codes after her involvement with a controversial art display on campus, according to a news release sent by The Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) and the National Coalition Against Censorship (NCAC).

Police Respond to Stabbing in Boone

Police made an arrest after a man was stabbed in Boone.

Three Arrested after Robbery & Shooting in Plaza Midwood

Police have made three arrests after the latest violent crime in Plaza Midwood. A couple was robbed and shot right outside a popular shopping center.

Teen Charged With DUI After Wreck Seriously Injures Two People

A teenager has been charged with Driving Under the Influence, following an accident in east Charlotte, which seriously injured two people early Sunday morning.

Four Teenagers Shot Outside Charlotte Nightlcub

Four teenagers were shot, one with life threatening injuries, at a nightclub in northeast Charlotte Saturday night.

Suspected Shoplifter Carjacks Two Women in Walmart Parking Lot

A suspected shoplifter carjacks two young women sitting in a Walmart parking lot. Police need help to track down the suspects behind the brazen act.

4 People Charged In Breaking Into Lincoln County Churches

Officials have arrested two men with breaking into several Lincoln County churches.

Statesville Robbery Suspect Arrested For Robbery In Raleigh

A man wanted for a robbery in Statesville has been arrested for another crime in Raleigh.

Hickory Police Seeking Assistance Locating Robbery Suspect

Hickory Police are looking for a man accused of robbing a Holiday Inn Express.

Teen Charged In Fatal Fire

A teen is now facing murder and arson charges after a fatal fire in Union County.

CMPD Investigating Double Homicide In North Charlotte

Police say two people are dead and two people were injured in a north Charlotte shooting Thursday night.

Three Suspects Face Multiple Charges After Officers Seize Drugs, Weapons, And Stolen Goods During Search

Three people are facing charges after police say they seized drugs, weapons, and stolen property during a search Thursday.

Teen Facing Murder And Arson Charges After Woman Dies In Union County Fire

Authorities say, 19-year-old, Monica Kimberly Rivera is facing charges of First Degree Murder and First Degree Arson in connection with a deadly fire that occurred yesterday afternoon at 8007 Mill Grove Road in northwest Union County near Indian Trail.

Police Investigating Fatal Shooting In West Charlotte

Police are investigating a fatal shooting in west Charlotte.

Police: Man Dies After Being Tased

Police say a man died after an officer used a taser in an attempt to subdue him after a physical altercation in Badin.

Name Of Victim Released In E. Charlotte Homicide

The body of 19-year-old Israel Williams was found just before nine this morning on Idlewild Road.

Two Charged In October Church Break-In

Iredell County Sheriff's deputies say two people have been arrested and charged for breaking into Providence Church of the Living God in October.

Suspect Wanted For Assaulting Deputy, Escaping On Golf Cart

Multiple warrants have been issued for the arrest of a man officials say led a deputy on a vehicle chase, assaulted him, and then escaped Tuesday morning.

CMPD Investigating Homicide After Dead Body Found Near Elementary School

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are investigating following the discovery of a dead body in east Charlotte, near Idlewild Elementary School.

Police Make Arrest In South Charlotte Murder Investigation

Police say they arrested a man for stabbing a woman to death in south Charlotte.

Driver Charged In Accident That Killed Pedestrian On Independence Blvd

Investigators say they charged a man with involuntary manslaughter and reckless driving after he hit and killed a pedestrian on Independence Boulevard.

Five Arrested In Undercover Online Sex Predator Sting

Police say five men have been arrested after several online sex predator stings over the last two months.

Information Wanted After Multiple Cats Found Shot And Abandoned In Burke County

Deputies are looking for any information about who may have shot and abandoned multiple cats near the Cleveland County line on Friday, December 9th.

Rowan County Sheriff's Office Looking For Four Suspects

The Rowan County Sheriff's Office needs the public's assistance in apprehending four suspects connected to federal and state investigations in Rowan County.

South Carolina Murder Suspect Arrested In Gastonia

Police say they arrested a South Carolina murder suspect in Gastonia.

Suspect Found Dead Inside Home After SWAT Situation

Police say the SWAT team has been deployed to a home in northwest Charlotte after a suspect barricaded themselves inside a home.

Investigators Tracking New Leads in Murder of 7-Year-Old Salisbury Girl

Investigators are chasing down new leads in the murder of a 7-year-old girl in Salisbury. The new developments come just one day after family and friends laid A'yanna Allen to rest.

Man Hurt, Dog Dead After Violent Encounter

It happened in a York neighborhood. The police and the dogs' owners weigh in on what happened and what's next.

DA: CMPD Officers Justified In Fatal Shooting Of Rodney Smith

The District Attorney's Office released a statement Monday saying that CMPD officers Michael Bell and Garret Tyron were justified in the deadly shooting of Rodney Smith on June 2nd.

Robbery Suspect Added To Rowan County Sheriff's Most Wanted List

Investigators are looking for Bryan Gibson, 32, of Salisbury, after they say he robbed Ron's Quick Grocery Wednesday night.

7-year-old A'yanna Allen Remembered During Funeral Service

While police search for the gunman, a community is saying goodbye to a 7-year-old girl shot and killed in Salisbury. Family members held A'yanna Allen's funeral Sunday.

Vigil Held for 7-Year-Old Salisbury Girl Shot and Killed While Sleeping

Family of a 7-year-old shot and killed in Salisbury says the violence has to stop. A crowd gathered for a vigil in honor of the innocent victim caught in the line of fire.

Two Men Arrested In Connection With Local Pharmacy Robberies

Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Detectives have arrested and charged two men in connection with a string of local pharmacy armed robberies.

Police Increase Patrols In Plaza Midwood, Commonwealth Areas

Police in the Plaza Midwood and Commonwealth areas have steeped up patrols after an increase in violent crimes and several suspects still on the loose. Most recently two women were robbed at gunpoint Tuesday night.

Police Searching For Man Accused Of Stealing Wallet From Boone Food Lion

Police need your help identifying a man accused of stealing a wallet from a Food Lion in Boone.

Union County School Employee Arrested For Sending Inappropriate Pictures To Student

Authorities say a Union County school employee has been arrested for sending inappropriate Snapchat pictures to a student.

Shots Fired In Robbery At Panera Bread In Northeast Charlotte

Police say shots were fired during a robbery at a Panera Bread in northeast Charlotte.

Police: Woman Stabbed Dog to Death

A McAdenville woman is locked up on $20,000 secured bond, accused of killing a dog.

Two Suspects Charged In Burke County Shooting

Deputies say they have arrested two suspects in connection to the November shooting of Buddy Cook.

Escaped Inmate Accused Of Stabbing Officer Captured in Lexington

South Carolina authorities say an inmate who escaped a maximum-security facility and is accused of stabbing a police officer has been captured.

Salisbury Man Says He Regrets How He Handled Pizza Shop Situation

The man accused of firing an assault rifle inside a Washington restaurant said he regrets how he handled the situation but refused to completely dismiss the false online claims involving a child sex ring that brought him there.

Woman Injured In West Charlotte Shooting

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are investigating after a woman was shot in west Charlotte.

The Watch with Will Kennedy: Charlotte CSI Fighting Crime with Technology

CMPD is using a powerful laser scanner to recreate crime scenes.

Governor-Elect Cooper Promising Quick Action on House Bill 2

Governor-elect Roy Cooper is promising quick action on House Bill 2. It's still unknown whether the Republican-controlled legislature will be willing to work with him.

$20K Reward Offered In Case Of Murdered 7 Year Old

The Salisbury Mayor announced the reward today.

Suspect Wanted After Robbing Two Pharmacies At Gunpoint

CMPD is looking for the suspect they say robbed two Charlotte area pharmacies at gunpoint Thursday.

Two Teens Charged With 15-Year-Old's Murder

Police say they have arrested two teens and charged them with the November murder of 15-year-old Zavier Ellis.

CMPD Needs Helping Locating An Armed Robbery Suspect

Police are asking for help in identifying the person involved in the armed robbery of a south Charlotte business.

CMPD: Suspect Arrested For November Shooting Of 5-Year-Old Girl

Police say they have arrested the man who shot a 5-year-old near Uptown on November 10th.

Union County Man Found Guilty Of Murdering His Wife

A jury in Union County convicted Reginald Allen, 40, of the first degree murder of his wife, Alicia Sligh, Tuesday.

One Suspect Arrested For Assaulting Walmart Greeter With Stun Gun, Second Suspect Still Wanted

A man and a woman are accused of using a stun gun on a 65-year-old Walmart greeter as they stole a TV.

Woman Arrested After Fatal Crash In University Area

Police say a woman is facing serious charges after causing a crash that killed her passenger Monday evening.

Man Robbed In Parking Lot Of Ruby Tuesday In Rock Hill

Police are investigating an armed robbery that happened in the parking lot of Ruby Tuesday in Rock Hill.

Boy Who Was Found With Dead Chicken Around His Neck Sues Former Foster Mom

Officials say the boy who was found with a dead chicken around his neck in Union County is suing his former foster mother, Wanda Larson, Union County and the Union County Department of Social Services.

Authorities Searching For Indian Trail Robbery Suspects

Authorities are searching for two suspects involved in a robbery and assault of a Walmart greeter in Indian Trail.

Juvenile Charged In Caldwell County Homicide

Authorities say a juvenile shot and killed a man in Caldwell County.

Two Suspects Arrested In Rowan County Homicide

Two men are in custody after a man was found dead from a gunshot wound in Kannapolis.

One Dead After Shooting Outside Salisbury Bar

One person is dead after a shooting at a Salisbury restaurant and lounge Sunday Morning.

One Person Is Dead And Three Others Are Injured After Wreck On Gibbon Road

One person is dead and three others are injured after an accident involving an overturned vehicle at Old Statesville Road and Gibbon Road Saturday afternoon.

ABC Permit Suspended After Shooting Inside Charlotte Club

A shooting inside Club Lust last Sunday resulted in the immediate suspension of the alcohol permits held by the club.

Car Crash Leads To Stabbing

It happened just after four this afternoon on the Plaza, near East Sugar Creek Road.

Crash Leads To Stabbing In East Charlotte

Police are investigating a stabbing that happened after a wreck in east Charlotte.

Student Brings Gun To Charlotte Elementary School

Administrators at Huntingtowne Farms Elementary say a student brought a gun to school on Thursday.

Police Investigating Shooting In Rock Hill

Police are investigating a shooting that happened in Rock Hill Friday morning.

Murder Suspect Agrees To Plea Deal

A plea deal tonight for the man who shot and killed the owner of a well-known greenhouse in Dilworth.

Police Need Help Locating Armed Robbery Suspect

CMPD is asking for information on a suspect they say robbed two Charlotte businesses at gunpoint.

Man Arrested After Breaking Into Church Parsonage

Deputies have arrested a man they say broke into the Zion Baptist Church Parsonage overnight on November 25th.

Four People Arrested During Uptown Protests

Four people were arrested during protests in uptown Charlotte following the District Attorney's decision not to press charges against the officer who shot and killed Keith Lamont Scott.

Suspect Arrested After Shooting And Robbing Man In Spencer

Deputies have arrested Joseph King, 35, in connection to the shooting that happened Tuesday morning on Old Union Church Road.

Burke County Teen Pleads Guilty To Voluntary Manslaughter In Fatal September Shooting

On Wednesday, 19-year-old Caleb Van Arsdale pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter after fatally shooting Jacob Lucas, 20, back in September.

2 Couples Arrested For Armed Robbery In Burke County

Deputies have arrested two couples involved in a Monday night armed robbery.

Police Looking For 3 Suspects After Gastonia Pawn Shop Break-In

Police are looking for three suspects after a pawn shop was broken into last Thursday.

Former South Lake Christian Academy Headmaster Sentenced To Five Years

The U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina, Jill Westmoreland Rose, announced that U.S. District Judge Max O. Cogburn, Jr., handed down a 5 year prison sentence today, for the former headmaster of a Huntersville, N.C. area parochial school charged with embezzling roughly $9 million from the school and its affiliated church.

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