An officer-involved shooting that took place in Charlotte's Freedom Division is currently under investigation, with new details emerging. Officer Joseph Calabro of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is identified as the officer who discharged his firearm during the incident. CMPD has confirmed that Officer Calabro, who joined the force on June 27, 2016, felt an imminent deadly threat which led to the shooting. As per protocol, the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) has taken the lead in this active case.
Additional information regarding the circumstances that led to the incident is expected to be shared by either the SBI, or by the CMPD’s Public Affairs Office as the investigation progresses. The public is asked to come forward if they have any relevant details, they are encouraged to call 704-432-TIPS or leave anonymous tips with Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600 or via their website. According to the official CMPD Newsroom release, those seeking more information can refer to report number 20241228-2322-02.
The CMPD and the SBI have not provided a timeline for when more information will be available, but have assured the public that updates will follow as they become available.
