Three teens were arrested after a Cheraw shooting that killed a 20‑year‑old, authorities say. The sheriff's office is asking residents to step forward with tips.

Wadesboro Mayor Pro Tem Garrett Snuggs was arrested after court papers say he threatened a law‑enforcement officer. He faces a misdemeanor communicating‑threats charge and is due in court May 22.

Gaston County’s FAST team arrested Helen McKnight, who was wanted on multiple trafficking and manufacture-related drug counts. Authorities say the arrest was made without incident.

A Kannapolis woman was arrested after deputies say they found a loaded handgun and suspected cocaine during a traffic stop on Charlotte Highway. She faces felony drug and weapons charges.

Gavril Sandu was extradited from Romania and arraigned in Charlotte on charges tied to a decade-old vishing scheme; prosecutors say he faces up to 30 years in prison.

A crash at State Street and Ambassador Street in west Charlotte sent one person to the hospital; emergency crews and utility workers responded. Investigators are on scene.

A late-night crash on I-77 after officers tried to stop a stolen vehicle left one person dead. A suspect was taken into custody, police say.

CMPD’s Vice & Narcotics Unit says three people were arrested and police seized suspected cocaine, meth, firearms and cash after a search prompted by a community tip.

Engine 23 led the response to a house fire in the 5700 block of Mollys Place early Monday. The department reported flames showing but offered few details in its initial alert.

A Lincoln County deputy was arrested in Mecklenburg County after alleged threatening messages and cyberstalking; court records say the messages prompted a protective order.

A car smashed through a Crouse home early Sunday and came to rest roughly 30 feet inside, prompting firefighters to ladder trapped homeowners to safety.

A Charlotte man died after falling from the back of a moving pickup in Duncan. The Spartanburg coroner and Highway Patrol are investigating.

Chester police are investigating a Sunday-night shooting on Pinckney Street. Officers closed the block while detectives worked the scene and the probe remains active.