Terrick D. Lumpkin appeared in court on federal charges for car theft and tampering, accused of leading a scheme to steal luxury vehicles, alter VINs, and evade law enforcement.

The article reports a fatal SUV-bicycle collision involving 15-year-old Christian Dixon Green, who died after being struck in Hickory Grove. The driver, uninjured, showed no impairment. Police investigate and seek witnesses.

A man named Durell Sheridan has been arrested and charged with the murder of Pierre McClain by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police; the case is still active.

A 79-year-old man, Fred Dunlap, was found dead in Charlotte, and his relative, Desmond Dunlap, was arrested and charged with murder and other crimes. The investigation is ongoing.

Supporters at a Trump rally in Charlotte faced heat-related health issues, with 44 incidents and 13 hospitalizations, including one for life-threatening cardiac arrest.

A man in North Carolina shot three tree workers, then was shot by deputies during arrest. The suspect and victims were hospitalized; the motive is unclear.

A high school athlete was arrested for brandishing a firearm during a game at Shalom Park's community center, leading to a lockdown and charges against him.

A deadly shooting in Albemarle, North Carolina is under investigation, with one person found deceased near Albemarle High School. Details on suspects or motives are not yet released.

Charlotte man George Bates sentenced to 24 months for unlicensed firearms dealing, with his guns linked to violent crimes. His sentencing includes a $10,000 fine and supervised release, part of Project Safe Neighborhoods to reduce violent crime.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are searching for missing Fred Willie Dunlap, 79, who has several medical conditions and lacks necessary medications.

Two individuals face charges in Lincoln County for separate break-ins where an A.T.M. and a gaming machine were stolen. One suspect is in custody; the other is at large.

The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office is searching for two missing individuals, Jeremy Gales and Megan Johnson, last seen in the Startown Road area of Lincolnton on July 15.

An infant in Rowan County was hospitalized for fentanyl exposure; parents Jamie Robertson and James Danielson face charges including child abuse and drug possession.