Gastonia Police, with K-9 assistance, arrested two car theft suspects after a neighbor reported the crime, highlighting the importance of community vigilance and police-canine teamwork.

CMPD identified Justin Westbrook Carlton as a homicide victim and named Joseph Andrade as the suspect. The SBI is investigating a related officer-involved shooting.

Shane Dalton York, a rodeo-connected man in North Carolina, was arrested on charges including human trafficking and statutory rape involving minors in three counties.

A fire at a Concord RV park has resulted in one fatality, several dead dogs, and three individuals with injuries, including smoke inhalation and minor burns. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Two were shot, one kidnapped, and the suspect was killed by Charlotte police after a series of violent events. One victim died; the other is in critical condition. Officers were unharmed.

Efforts to find missing kayaker Pablo Benitez Neri continue after his kayak overturned on the Catawba River. Severe weather hindered the initial search, but with advanced equipment like sonar, drones, and cadaver dogs, the rescue teams persist.

A student at Sharon Elementary School in Charlotte was found with a blade hidden in a bracelet. The weapon was confiscated without harm. The principal emphasized the violation of the school's conduct code.

The Iredell County Sheriff's Office found 15-year-old Christopher Hazel safe after he went missing, expressing gratitude on Facebook for the community's help.

CMPD reports a pedestrian fatality involving Dale Lee Byrd, who was struck by a vehicle while lying on Harris Houston Rd.

A CMS coach, Dia’Mond Johnson, was arrested for shooting into occupied property, with the investigation ongoing. His employment status is under review.

Charlotte police identified Ronald Neville as a homicide victim and arrested Ronnie Fewell for murder, robbery, and conspiracy. The investigation continues.

One person was found dead after firefighters put out a house fire in Rowan County, as reported by the Town of Landis and multiple news outlets. An investigation is underway.

Jordan Hawk, a former Kannapolis teacher, was arrested in Florida on child sex crime charges including four felony counts of indecent liberties with a minor.