Crime

Man Who Claimed He Was Kidnapped, Robbed And Stabbed Earlier This Week Found Dead

Police say the man who told investigators he was kidnapped and robbed early this week has been found dead.

3 Juveniles Charged In Series Of Home Break-Ins

Police have arrested and charged three male juveniles in connection to a series of breaking and entering cases in east Charlotte.

Woman Charged With Attempted Murder After Shooting In Conover

Investigators say they arrested a woman for shooting into a car at an intersection in Conover, injuring one person.

Waxhaw Man Facing Multiple Drug Charges

Deputies say they arrested a Waxhaw man on multiple drug charges after searching his home.

Rowan County Woman Arrested After Dead And Decaying Cats Found Behind Couch In Home

A Rowan County woman is facing several animal cruelty charges after investigators found three dead cats behind a couch in her home and the skull of another cat under a bed.

The Watch with Will Kennedy: Combating Rising Crime in Charlotte

CMPD says violent crime in Charlotte is up more than 36% over the five-year average.

Prosecutors Say South Meck Teacher Promised Grades For Sex Acts

A local high school teacher accused of inviting students to his home and offering high grades in exchange for sex acts. Shocking claims about a South Meck high school educator. The teacher appeared in court Thursday where the D-A's office described in detail the charges against him.

One Suspect Arrested In Series Of Armed Robberies

CMPD is asking the public for help in identifying suspects responsible for a series of armed robberies at local businesses.

Court Officials: South Meck High School Teacher Performed Sex Acts On 2 Male Students, Showed Porn To Others During Study Groups

A South Meck High School teacher is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with students.

Deputies Make 6 Arrests After Alexander County Teen Accidentally Shoots Himself

Deputies have arrested six people in connection to a 15-year-old who accidentally shot himself in the stomach Wednesday.

CMPD Makes Arrest In 1992 Sexual Assault Cold Case

Police have arrested and charged a man in connection to a 1992 cold case involving a shooting and sexual assault.

Gastonia Parents Tied Up During Home Invasion While Children Slept

Police say three men broke into a home in Gastonia, tied up the residents while children slept in another room and stole property, cash and a car.

Union County Sheriff Says Marshville Teen Planned To Attack Several Students

A Union County teenager accused of bringing a hit list and knives to Forest Hills High School is getting help. He has not been charged, but we've learned he's not back home either.

Gun Found In The Bathroom Of A Steele Creek Elementary School

CMS police say they have identified the child they think brought a gun to an elementary school Wednesday morning.

Charlotte Crime Is Rising According To Latest CMPD Crime Stats

CMPD released their latest statistics on crime for the first three months of 2017, and the numbers sh0w an alarming trend.

South Meck High School Teacher Under Investigation For Inappropriately Touching Student

The principal at South Mecklenburg High School is reaching out to parents after a teacher was accused of inappropriately touching a student.

Suspect Wanted For Breaking Into Five Charlotte Area Businesses

CMPD needs help identifying the suspect they say broke into five area businesses in one day.

Police: Rock Hill Mother Charged After Leaving Children Downtown To Go Have An Affair

A mother faces charges for child abuse and neglect after police say she left her children downtown to travel to Charlotte for an affair Tuesday evening.

Police: Man Arrested For Robbing Several Businesses In Monroe

Police say they arrested a man accused of robbing several businesses in Monroe.

Man Arrested For Robbing Christian Book Store In Hickory

Police say they arrested a man for robbing a Christian book store in Hickory.