CMPD has rebranded its Uptown enforcement campaign Operation Queen City Safe after recent sweeps that produced arrests, firearms and narcotics seizures. Officials say the push will stay active as cases move forward.

A 19-year-old is in custody after a juvenile was shot Monday night on Leonard Avenue in Albemarle; the victim was taken to a hospital and is in stable condition.

A man was shot at Microtel Inn, Statesville. Joel Winbush Jr., the prime suspect, was charged but later died from self-inflicted wounds during a standoff with police.

ICE has filed a detainer for a man arrested in a Charlotte stabbing, prompting DHS to press North Carolina officials amid a renewed sanctuary‑policy fight.

A Charlotte Eastover resident says door‑to‑door landscapers kicked her dog and forced her to pay $500 after a short front‑yard job. Authorities are investigating linked scams.

A man arrested in Boca Raton last week is accused of distributing fentanyl that killed a Catawba County man in February 2025. Authorities say he’s awaiting extradition.

Nine years after Shania Hammonds was found dead, her family renewed a public plea as detectives continue to re-test evidence. Authorities are asking anyone with tips to come forward.

A person was taken to the hospital with life‑threatening injuries after a shooting near North Tryon and Atando Avenue in north Charlotte. Authorities say details are limited as the scene is investigated.

Eric Neigenfind died after being hit by a car in Charlotte; driver Tony Hawk stayed at the scene, with no immediate signs of speed or impairment causing the crash.

An overnight shooting on David Cox Road in north Charlotte has police investigating; officials released limited details as detectives work the scene.

An 18-year-old was arrested Feb. 9 after video tied him to a Feb. 2 vandalism at Bessemer City High that damaged athletic facilities, buses and offices.

Travonte Tate pleaded guilty to assaulting a police K9 named Apollo and resisting arrest. He received a five-year sentence for animal cruelty and an eight-year sentence for the latter charge. Apollo has recovered and returned to duty.

The FBI’s Charlotte office is asking potential victims or witnesses connected to ex‑Raleigh officer Tremale Cogdell to complete a new intake form. Investigators say he may have targeted women while on duty.