Monroe, N.C.
Coverage of Monroe, N.C. in the Nexus archive.
- Former wedding venue owner admits to stealing more than $1 million from couples
Jason Lottman, the ex-owner of Champagne Manor, admitted to stealing over $1 million from couples and vendors by offering false financial incentives. The venue closed in 2025, causing financial losses for couples like Travis and Rachael Marshall, who lost nearly $20,000.
- Monroe police seek alleged suspect wanted in criminal investigation
Monroe police are seeking a suspect in an ongoing criminal investigation. They executed a search warrant on July 2, 2024, at a home in the 1800 block of Rushing Street as part of the department's Aggressive [...] efforts.
- Arrest made in Monroe shooting into occupied vehicle: Police
Police in Monroe, N.C., have arrested a suspect in connection with a June 27 shooting into an occupied vehicle on the 700 block of Maurice Street around 12:25 a.m. No injuries were reported during the incident.
- Union County man given life in prison after found guilty of murdering 2-year-old son
Alden John Whitehead was sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of murdering his 2-year-old son, Louis Whitehead. The conviction followed a jury trial in Union County, where he was charged with first-degree murder and felony child abuse.