A former Kannapolis City Schools employee was arrested after investigators say AI-generated child sexual images were seized during a search of his home.

A Charlotte man pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 64–89 months after a Feb. 10, 2024 crash in east Charlotte that killed a passenger. Prosecutors cited impairment and forensic evidence.

A Thomasville man was arrested after officers found flamethrowers, crossbows and hundreds of rounds in his truck outside Wesley Memorial Church in High Point. Authorities say no one was hurt.

CMPD says 28‑year‑old David Caldwell was arrested after a domestic‑violence call at Kelston Place; he faces several felony and weapons charges and investigators say the probe is ongoing.

Packages flagged at a Pineville FedEx and addressed to a DoubleTree hotel allegedly contained about 12 kilograms of cocaine; a Charlotte man was arrested on June 19, local reporting says.

Rowan County posted an alert saying Walter Adam Willis, wanted by Lee County, Alabama, was last seen near Bringle Ferry Road in Salisbury. Officials said not to approach him and to contact law enforcement.

Engine 19 reported heavy fire on the second floor and officials struck a second alarm. Early updates did not report injuries; investigators remain on scene.

A Waxhaw man was arrested and charged with first‑degree murder after deputies found his mother shot inside her home; investigators say a related shooting is under review.

A person was shot near the Great Falls Nature Trail off Ridgeway Road; deputies say investigators are on scene and there is no active threat.

A 12-year-old Charlotte boy drowned Saturday in Wilson Creek near Collettsville. Officials warn the popular gorge can hide fast currents and submerged hazards.

Burke County posted a most‑wanted alert naming Jimmy Frank Peeler wanted on several warrants, including fleeing in a vehicle. Deputies ask the public for tips.

Burke County deputies added Dean Edward Harmon to their most-wanted list on Monday, citing outstanding vehicle-theft warrants. Authorities list his last known address in Morganton.

Burke County named Jason Robert Hill to its most‑wanted list, citing multiple forgery and larceny warrants and a Morganton address. Officials asked anyone with information to call (828) 438‑5500.