Charlotte-Mecklenburg police

Charlotte-Mecklenburg police temporarily restricted food vendors from operating in Uptown after midnight due to concerns about crime. Michael Smith, CEO of Charlotte City Partners, noted that this restriction has resulted in less late-night loitering and a drop in violent crime. Despite the ban, Smith stressed that street vendors are crucial for supporting small businesses and maintaining the vibrancy of Uptown.

Nearly two dozen dogs were rescued from an abandoned home in Charlotte, N.C., following a concern about possible animal abuse. Melissa Knicely of Charlotte Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control led the rescue operation, which also uncovered deceased and underweight animals. Now, some of the 23 rescued dogs are available for adoption as the case remains under investigation.

Floyd Long appeared in court on Monday, Aug. 17 and was denied bond for the alleged killing of Shaquina Harris. Long was charged with first-degree murder, larceny of a dog, and concealing/failure to report death related to the disappearance of the woman, who was last seen leaving a hospital in Uptown on July 2.

As police consider a 9 p.m. nightly curfew, data highlighted rising youth gun violence, noting six young people were lost to gun violence this year, with the youngest victim being 14. Statistics showed that of 431 juvenile victims between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. in the past year, 91% were Black, Hispanic or Latino. A youth advocate called for mandatory parental accountability at home to address escalating delinquency.

Police in Charlotte revealed the identity of a teenager accused of killing Arleigh Bryant Jr during a shooting outside the Encore Nightclub on July 13, 2025. The teenager was identified as Tevin Stevenson and charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit first-degree murder. Additionally, Shawn Cannon and Damien Evans were charged in connection with the deadly shooting.

Mooresville’s Police Department updated its policies concerning how officers can use license plate reader cameras following misuse allegations. Chief Ron Campurciani announced that although as many as 10 additional employees may have misused the cameras, he stated no other officers will be charged. Recent accusations include former Officer Elizabeth Snowman accessing a Flock camera system and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Officer Seth Elliot sharing information about an undercover cop.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Estella Patterson proposed a city curfew of 9 p.m. for children 17 and younger, citing concerns over summer "teen takeovers." This measure requires City Council approval and is intended to protect youth from potentially violent gatherings after dark. While some council members are supportive, others expressed opposition, questioning the necessity of increased police interaction.

A 32-year-old man named Di-Quan Schafar Hunt was charged with assault after police investigated social media videos allegedly showing him assaulting a woman on a sidewalk in Charlotte. The video appeared to show him punching her while saying, “Don’t wave to me,” and standing over her screaming, “You still talking?”

A 32-year-old man named Di-Quan Schafar Hunt was charged with assault in Charlotte, N.C., after police investigated social media videos allegedly showing him assaulting or harassing people. One specific video reportedly showed him punching a woman on a sidewalk off East Boulevard after saying, “Don’t wave to me.”

Multiple misuse incidents involving Flock camera technology were reported by local law enforcement agencies in Charlotte and Mooresville. Law enforcement consultant Steven Brochu suggested that after holding officers accountable, departments must determine if the problem is systemic or individual. He expects North Carolina state involvement to implement additional measures and ensure all agencies understand how to properly use the tools.

A 32-year-old man named Di-Quan Schafar Hunt was arrested and charged with assault after being seen in social media videos appearing to punch or harass multiple people in Charlotte’s South End. Police connected the charges to a video that showed him allegedly punching a woman on East Boulevard, an incident where the victim suffered serious injuries. He has been charged with several crimes, including assault with a deadly weapon and violating domestic violence orders.

Police in Charlotte are seeking public help to identify a 15-year-old boy found at Charlotte International Airport who could not provide personal or guardian information. The teenager is in the custody of Mecklenburg County Department of Social Services, and authorities are asking for anyone with identifying information to contact them.

A deadly shooting at a southeast Charlotte apartment complex on June 12 was deemed justified by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police, who confirmed no charges will be filed. Officers responded to an 'assault with a deadly weapon' call at the 7100 block of Wallace Road.

A suspect stole a $20,000 low voltage tester from Presbyterian Medical Tower in Charlotte on July 22. Surveillance footage shows the suspect entering the building without a mask and navigating the facility as if familiar with its layout. Police are urging the public to identify the suspect using the footage.

A 19-year-old man, Kayden Browne, is accused of kidnapping and sexually assaulting a girl at an apartment complex in northeast Charlotte. The victim sustained multiple injuries, including blackened eyes and bruises, and Browne faces charges including first-degree kidnapping, rape, and assault. He denied the allegations and provided inconsistent statements to police.

6.6 pounds of cocaine with an estimated street value of $300,000 were seized during a traffic stop on I-85 in Cleveland County, North Carolina. Driver Walter AJavier Villeda-Ayala was arrested and charged with two counts of cocaine trafficking, held under a $500,000 bond and an immigration detainer.

A judge denied bond for Derrick Randall Jr., accused of murdering Brandi Merrick, a 37-year-old mother of three who went missing in Charlotte, N.C. on June 12, 2026. Evidence including phone pings, surveillance footage, and a shallow grave site were presented during the court hearing, though Merrick's body has not been found.

One person died and three others were injured in a shooting and two-vehicle crash in Uptown Charlotte early Sunday morning. Police initially responded to a reported robbery but found a crash near East Fifth and North McDowell streets. A second deadly shooting occurred around the same time in a north Charlotte neighborhood.

Brandi Merrick, a 37-year-old mother of three, went missing in early June after visiting her ex-boyfriend’s house. Derrick Randall Jr., 36, was charged with her first-degree murder on July 31, with police investigating a home in east Charlotte. Merrick’s body has not been located despite ongoing efforts.

A crash damaged a fire hydrant and closed Johnston Road in south Charlotte on July 31. The incident near Charlotte Catholic High School caused road closures between Pineville-Matthews Road and Carmel Road, with repairs leading to a water outage until mid to late morning. No injuries were reported, and the cause remains unclear.

A 28-year-old man was accused of killing one person and injuring another in a shooting at an apartment complex in east Charlotte. The incident occurred around 2 a.m. on July 29, and the suspect, David Simpson, was charged with first-degree murder, attempted murder, and other offenses.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are investigating an armed robbery at Whitewater Diamonds in northwest Charlotte. The robbery occurred between 11 a.m. and 11:12 a.m. on July 29, with suspects taking watches, rings, and firearms from the jewelry store.

A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police officer was accused of misusing Flock camera system data to assist a drug investigation target, raising privacy concerns about the oversight of license plate reader technology.

A 19-year-old man was sentenced to six months in jail and probation after pleading guilty to killing two people and injuring a child in a high-speed 2025 crash in south Charlotte. The crash occurred when the driver allegedly struck a Honda CR-V at 100 mph in a 45 mph zone, resulting in two fatalities and serious injuries to a 12-year-old girl.

A Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officer was charged for allegedly using Flock Safety and a criminal offender database to conduct an unauthorized license plate registration search. The officer was placed on unpaid administrative leave and had access to systems revoked following the investigation.

A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police officer was arrested and charged with unauthorized access to government computer systems Flock and CJLeads for non-law enforcement purposes. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation discovered the incident during an unrelated investigation.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the resolution of a May 22 homicide in Uptown Charlotte. The incident occurred in the 900 block of North Poplar Street.

One person was killed and another injured in a shooting at a Charlotte apartment complex early Wednesday morning. Police responded to the Country Club apartments on Dunlavin Way, where two males were found with gunshot wounds. Authorities have not yet identified suspects or provided details on the incident's cause.

K9 Luffy and Officer Lacoves are being honored by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police for recovering bullet casings as critical evidence. The recognition highlights their role in a law enforcement investigation.

Anthony Lee and his fiancée Christina Pierre filed a lawsuit against Charlotte-Mecklenburg police and two officers over their November 2023 arrests, alleging unlawful arrest and excessive force. A viral video showed an officer punching Pierre multiple times during the incident at a Bojangles in Charlotte. The lawsuit claims they were arrested for smoking legally purchased hemp, while police alleged they possessed unlawful marijuana and resisted arrest.

Timothy Davis, owner of a Charlotte-area towing company, faces new felony charges related to a 2026 U-Haul conspiracy case. A separate 2023 case involving stolen firearms and a tractor-trailer with Adidas sneakers has stalled, with no court date scheduled. The Mecklenburg County DA cited ongoing investigations as the reason for the delay.

One person was injured in a shooting in northeast Charlotte and taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred at the intersection of North Tryon Street and Eastway Drive around 7:30 p.m. on Sunday. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have not released further details.

A 24-year-old man is accused of killing a 20-year-old and seriously injuring another person in a double-shooting in northeast Charlotte. Marquaris Timmons was charged with murder and attempted murder after the incident on July 10, with the second victim hospitalized in life-threatening condition.

Charlotte police and community leaders address escalating teen violence following two fatal shootings involving teenagers. Three arrests were made in each case, with arguments and social media conflicts cited as contributing factors. Programs like Meck Investment and Impact Camp aim to steer youth away from violence.

A teenager was seriously injured and hospitalized after a shooting and carjacking occurred in the Sedgefield area of Charlotte, as reported by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police.

Two teenagers were charged in connection with the death of a 15-year-old girl shot in east Charlotte. The incident occurred when a Nissan Sentra fired multiple shots into a Chevrolet Cruze, injuring multiple occupants, including Ya-Monnie Houston, who later died from her injuries.

A 17-year-old boy was shot during a car theft in south Charlotte. The incident occurred near Interstate 77 and Tyvola Road, with police investigating but no suspects identified yet.

A 14-year-old was killed in a shooting in NW Charlotte, and three teenagers have been arrested and charged with murder, according to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police.

A viral Instagram video shows a driver leaving a toddler unattended in a Tesla with 'pet mode' activated in a Charlotte parking garage, sparking public debate about child safety. Tesla warns that 'pet mode' is not designed for human safety, and North Carolina law's applicability depends on specific circumstances. Witnesses demonstrated the ease of activating the feature, but no police investigation has been confirmed.

Protesters gathered in uptown Charlotte as part of nationwide demonstrations against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following the deaths of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo and Joan Sebastian Guerrero, who were killed by ICE agents. The event, organized to demand justice, was part of a broader campaign criticizing ICE's actions under the Trump administration.