Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s Homicide Unit are working a death investigation at a south Charlotte apartment complex after a person was found on the 7980 block of Shady Oak Trail, just off Sharon Lakes Road, on Friday. Police have not said how or when the person was discovered, and the victim’s identity has not been released. The case is still active, and officials say they will share more details when they are able.
Police Response And Scene
As reported by WSOC, investigators were called to the 7980 block of Shady Oak Trail on Friday morning and described the location as an apartment complex off Sharon Lakes Road. The outlet noted that officers released only limited information and that the investigation was ongoing.
Local Reporting
Queen City News also reported Friday morning on the case, crediting Abby Mittower with the initial story. That report echoed police comments that no further details had been made public about how the person was found or the identity of the victim.
How To Help Investigators
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is asking anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit tips line at 704-432-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous tip with Charlotte Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600. CMPD’s Homicide page notes that the Mecklenburg County Medical Examiner will determine the cause of death and that officials will provide updates as they are able.
This is a developing story, and we will update as officials release more information.
