A somber mood grips the community following a fatal shooting in the 9700 block of Callabridge Court this morning that left one person dead. According to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, the call came in shortly after 10:32 a.m., citing an Assault with a Deadly Weapon, which led the officers to discover the victim with a gunshot wound. Tragically, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene by MEDIC.
The CMPD Homicide Unit is actively piecing together the events that culminated in this fatal encounter, with Detective McCall at the lead of the investigation. The crime scene has been thoroughly processed, with physical evidence being collected by Crime Scene Search. Alongside them, CMPD's Operations Command, Charlotte Fire, MEDIC, and Victim Services are providing necessary assistance in the wake of this tragedy. As they moved swiftly through the scene, community members watched, the morning's peace shattered by the day's grim work.
No suspect information has been disclosed as the investigation remains ongoing. CMPD is urging the public to come forward with any information that might aid their efforts. Tips can be provided by contacting a Homicide Unit detective at 704-432-TIPS (8477) or through Charlotte Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600. There's also the option to leave information anonymously using the Charlotte Crime Stoppers P3 Tips Mobile App, or by visiting their website. The incident is recorded under the report number 2026020-1032-01, for those who have details pertinent to the case.
