MEDIC
Coverage of MEDIC in the Nexus archive.
- One dead after shooting in south Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred on Montford Drive in South Charlotte. Officers responded to an assault call after 1 a.m. A victim was discovered with life-threatening gunshot wound injuries and was taken to a hospital by MEDIC, where they were pronounced deceased. CMPD reports that all believed parties involved have been identified, and the investigation is ongoing.
- 1 seriously hurt in northwest Charlotte shooting
One person was seriously injured in a shooting that occurred overnight on Freedom Drive in northwest Charlotte. The incident happened just after 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, prompting a response from multiple police officers and a K-9 unit. Authorities have not yet disclosed details about the cause or any potential arrests.
- I-77 South shut down after early morning crash
An early morning crash on I-77 South in southwest Charlotte caused the road to shut down, resulting in three people being hospitalized with one sustaining serious injuries. Traffic delays occurred as the crash site was near Westinghouse Boulevard, and crews worked to clear the area, reopening one lane by 5:50 a.m.
- Gunfire at west Charlotte gas station sparks investigation
A shooting occurred Monday night at Mo’s Fuel Mart in west Charlotte, with an SUV found damaged by gunfire. MEDIC responded but reported no injuries, and details about the incident remain under investigation.
- Ballantyne stabbing leaves 1 seriously injured
A stabbing in Ballantyne injured one person seriously on Monday night around 10:30 p.m. at the 8500 block of Walsham Drive. This was the second stabbing reported in Charlotte that night, with the first occurring approximately 20 minutes earlier at a gas station on South Boulevard.
- 1 hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after south Charlotte stabbing
Two separate stabbings occurred in south Charlotte and Ballantyne Monday night, leaving two individuals hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. The first incident happened at a gas station on South Boulevard around 10:20 p.m., while the second occurred on Walsham Drive just after 10:30 p.m. Authorities are investigating both cases.
- South Charlotte crash leads to power outage, road closure
A crash in south Charlotte involving a utility pole downed power lines, causing a road closure on Park Road and approximately 2,000 outages. Repairs were expected to finish by 7 a.m., with detour routes provided for drivers.
- West Charlotte house fire under investigation
A house fire broke out in West Charlotte on Remington Street Monday morning, with firefighters controlling the blaze in under 15 minutes and no injuries reported. The cause is under investigation by the Charlotte Fire Investigation Task Force.
- One hurt early Monday morning in east Charlotte shooting
One person was injured in a shooting in east Charlotte early Monday morning and was rushed to the hospital. The incident was reported by Medic.
- 1 seriously hurt in east Charlotte shooting
A person was seriously injured in a shooting at an east Charlotte apartment complex on Magnolia Hill Drive. Police officers and a K-9 crew were present at the scene. Channel 9 is seeking additional details from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department regarding the incident and potential suspects.
- Two killed in two Charlotte communities just minutes apart, CMPD investigating
Two separate shootings in Charlotte resulted in two deaths and multiple injuries, with police investigating and one suspect arrested. The first occurred on Bardot Drive, killing Jeremiah Easter, while the second near Uptown involved a two-car accident, robbery, and homicide, killing Erick Holman. Rondreaus Cureton was charged in the Uptown case with murder and multiple other offenses.
- CMPD: One killed in northwest Charlotte shooting
One person was killed and another injured in a shooting in the 3600 block of Bardot Drive in northwest Charlotte early Sunday morning. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department responded to the scene, where a victim was pronounced deceased, while another was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation remains ongoing with no further details released.
- WATCH: Motorcyclist gives thanks to his rescuers
A Tennessee motorcyclist expresses gratitude to a State Trooper and medic who saved his life following a shooting incident.
- One seriously hurt in Cornelius shooting, MEDIC says
One person was seriously injured in a shooting in Cornelius Saturday afternoon, according to MEDIC. The incident occurred in the 19000 block of Meridian Street around 2:15 p.m., and the victim was transported to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries. No further details are available at this time.
- Pedestrian seriously hurt in east Charlotte crash
A pedestrian was seriously injured in a crash along Albemarle Road at Circumferential Road in east Charlotte before 5 a.m. Friday. The individual was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, and police are investigating potential charges.
- Two hurt in northwest Charlotte shooting: Medic
Two people were injured in a shooting in northwest Charlotte early Thursday morning, as reported by Medic.
- 2 hurt in northwest Charlotte shooting
Two people were injured in a shooting in northwest Charlotte around 6:15 a.m. along Free Creek Lane. One individual sustained life-threatening injuries, while another had minor injuries. MEDIC reported the incident, and Channel 9 is seeking additional details from local police.
- 2 hurt in car crash following power outage in east Charlotte
A power outage in east Charlotte caused by fallen tree limbs led to a car crash at a traffic light-less intersection, resulting in two people being hospitalized with one suffering life-threatening injuries. Duke Energy reported hundreds of outages, with restoration estimated for 8:15 a.m.
- Pedestrian seriously hurt in southwest Charlotte crash
A pedestrian was seriously injured in a crash on Woodlawn Road at Nations Crossing Road in southwest Charlotte around 5:45 a.m. The incident caused major traffic delays and the victim sustained life-threatening injuries.
- Person hospitalized after south Charlotte crash
A person was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being hit by a car on East Woodlawn Road near Nations Crossing Road in south Charlotte around 8 p.m. Wednesday. The incident is being monitored as a developing story.
- 2 seriously hurt in Huntersville head-on collision
Two people were seriously injured in a head-on collision on Davidson-Concord Road in Huntersville Tuesday night. One individual required extrication from their vehicle, and both were hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. Channel 9 is seeking additional details about the crash.
- MEDIC: One hurt in northeast Charlotte shooting
One person was seriously injured in a shooting in northeast Charlotte on Sunday night. MEDIC responded to the intersection of Eastway Drive and North Tryon Street around 7:30 p.m., transporting the victim to a local hospital. No further details have been released.
- One hurt in northeast Charlotte shooting: Medic
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.
- Charlotte firefighters respond to 2-alarm hotel fire in University City
Charlotte firefighters responded to a 2-alarm hotel fire in University City on Sunday morning. The fire, located along Robert D. Snyder Road off North Tryon Street, was controlled within 45 minutes. No injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.
- 1 seriously hurt after crash on I-85 in Charlotte
One person was seriously injured in a crash on I-85 South and Sugar Creek Road in Charlotte, causing all southbound lanes to close. A car was overturned and resting on another vehicle at the scene, as reported by MEDIC and Channel 9's Tina Terry.
- One dead, two hurt after crash in University City, MEDIC says
A fatal crash occurred in University City on Saturday evening, resulting in one death and two injuries. MEDIC responders transported two individuals with life-threatening injuries to a local hospital, while the third victim was pronounced dead at the scene near I-485 Outer Loop and North Tryon Street around 5:30 p.m.
- 1 dead, 2 seriously hurt in crash on I-485 in northeast Charlotte
One person is dead, and two others were seriously injured in a crash on Interstate 485 in northeast Charlotte around 5:30 p.m. near U.S. 29 (North Tryon Street).
- Police respond to head-on crash in north Charlotte
A head-on crash occurred in north Charlotte early Friday morning near the intersection of West Sugar Creek Road and Reagan Drive. No injuries were reported, and police are investigating the cause. Channel 9 is seeking additional details from authorities.
- 1 seriously hurt in south Charlotte shooting
A shooting in south Charlotte on Monday evening left one person seriously injured near South Tryon and West Arrowood Road. A car at a Jimmy John’s location was blocked off with crime scene tape, and police are investigating. Channel 9 is seeking further details from authorities.
- 1 hurt after shooting in southwest Charlotte
One person was injured in a shooting in southwest Charlotte on Sunday afternoon. MEDIC responded to the 600 block of Knight Court and transported the individual to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. The cause of the shooting remains unclear.
- Heat safety warnings issued ahead of Usher and Chris Brown concert at BOA Stadium
MEDIC responded to 40 heat-related calls at Bank of America Stadium during a Usher and Chris Brown concert on Friday. Authorities warn of potential heat-related issues for the second concert on Saturday and advise attendees to stay hydrated and avoid alcohol.
- MEDIC responds to dozens of heat-related calls at Uptown concert
MEDIC responded to 26 heat-related calls in Charlotte, with 20 incidents at Bank of America Stadium during the first night of 'The R&B Tour' featuring Usher and Chris Brown. The event occurred under a Code Orange air quality alert, complicating conditions for individuals with respiratory issues. MEDIC reported 11 additional heat-related calls at the stadium by 1 p.m. the following day.
- 3 injured, road closed after crash in Myers Park
Three people were injured in a crash on Runnymede Lane in Charlotte's Myers Park neighborhood, resulting in a road closure. One person sustained minor injuries while two had serious, life-threatening injuries. The cause of the crash remains unclear, and the road between Michael Baker Place and Barclay Downs Drive was shut down.
- Fans prepare for dangerous heat ahead of Uptown concert
Thousands of fans are attending 'The R&B Tour' featuring Usher and Chris Brown at Bank of America Stadium amid extreme heat and a Code Orange air quality alert. MEDIC is advising attendees to prepare for the weather, with on-site medical units and safety recommendations provided to mitigate health risks.
- Large emergency response in SW Charlotte where person has life-threatening injuries: Medic
A person sustained life-threatening injuries in an incident that prompted a large emergency response in southwest Charlotte on July 16. Multiple Charlotte Fire crews, Medic, and police responded to an entrapment call at the intersection of Westinghouse Boulevard and Pioneer Avenue around 7:15 p.m.
- Homicide under investigation in east Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a homicide in east Charlotte on the 1400 block of Eastcrest Drive. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene, but no further details have been released.
- 1 seriously hurt in northwest Charlotte shooting
One person was seriously injured in a shooting in northwest Charlotte on Tuesday morning. The incident occurred around 2 a.m. on Lewiston Avenue, with emergency responders reporting life-threatening injuries. The custody status of the shooter is currently unknown.
- Person seriously injured after being electrocuted in south Charlotte, Medic says
A person was seriously injured after being electrocuted in south Charlotte near Ballantyne Commons Parkway on July 12. The individual was hospitalized with serious injuries, and the exact cause of the electrocution remains unclear. Several power lines were knocked down in the Charlotte region due to severe storms on July 10.
- Police investigating homicide in southeast Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a homicide at the Wallace Woods apartment complex in southeast Charlotte after a reported shooting. One person was found dead, and two others were injured but not shot. Police have not identified a suspect.
- Pedestrian critically injured in east Charlotte crash: Medic
A pedestrian was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle in the 6300 block of Albemarle Road in east Charlotte. The incident occurred shortly before 5 p.m., and the individual was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. Police have not disclosed further details.