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Yahoo
16-05-2025
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Police seek kidnapping suspect after woman reportedly struck by car in northwest Charlotte
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A woman who was reportedly hit by a car in northwest Charlotte Wednesday may have been part of a kidnapping, police say. According to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police, officers responded to the 1600 block of Toddville Road just before 10:30 p.m. May 14. Witnesses observed a vehicle striking a female pedestrian and also reported seeing this same subject forcibly removed against her will from the area by the suspect. Details emerge about Mexican national arrested by ICE near Charlotte school Officers say the driver damaged a nearby utility box and pole, which led to the temporary closure of Toddville Road. Witnesses describe the suspect as a Hispanic male with short hair, a muscular build and not wearing a shirt. Police believe the female victim is Hispanic with black shoulder-length hair and was wearing a white shirt and black shorts. She is believed to be between 18-25 years old. The CMPD Homicide Unit is looking for any information on the suspect vehicle, said to be a gold SUV with front-end damage, as well as the victim, to ensure her safety. The public can also leave information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600 or Charlotte Crime Stoppers. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
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CMPD responds to food truck incident at Lovin' Life Music Fest in Charlotte
In the final hours of this year's Lovin' Life Music Fest, there was an incident at one of the music festival's food trucks. Shortly before 8 p.m. on Sunday, several Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police officers and the Charlotte Fire Department were seen responding at the Bojangles' food truck near the Miller Lite Stage during Teddy Swims' performance. According to fans at the festival, the truck appeared to be on fire, with flames seen blowing from inside. At this time, it's unclear what exactly happened or if anyone was injured. But around 9 p.m., CharlotteFive's team noticed that fire trucks left the scene, though the area was still cordoned off and being guarded. We have reached out to CMPD, Charlotte Fire and Lovin' Life Music Fest organizers for more information. This is a developing story. Keep an eye out on this space for more updates. Théoden Janes contributed reporting. In the Spotlight: Ongoing, in-depth coverage from The Charlotte Observer on the issues that matter most to Charlotteans.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Yahoo
Search underway for missing 16-year-old Charlotte girl: CMPD
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Police are asking for the public's help to find a missing 16-year-old girl who disappeared Thursday evening in uptown Charlotte. Kaniyha Lane was last seen around 7 p.m. on May 1, near the magistrate's office, walking toward East Third Street and McDowell Street, according to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police. $5K Reward: 'Julio' the French Bulldog still missing after Charlotte car theft, teen arrested Kaniyha is described as 5'1' tall, weighing about 104 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. At the time she went missing, she was wearing blue sweatpants, a black short-sleeve shirt, and black Crocs with no socks. CMPD said she had two ponytails on top of her head and was wrapped in a blue and green blanket. The Missing Persons Unit is investigating the case and urges anyone who sees Kaniyha or has information about her whereabouts to call 911 immediately. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-04-2025
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Man arrested for trespassing on restricted airport ramp at Charlotte airport
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A Virginia man has been arrested after allegedly entering a restricted area where planes are located at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, raising some questions about airport access protocols. According to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police, Elijah Nathan Pressley, 27, of Virginia Beach, was taken into custody around 10:30 p.m. on April 19 after officers responded to the report of a trespasser on the ramp area near Gate D4, a secure zone typically inaccessible to the public. Authorities said Pressley managed to bypass security measures by pushing through two clearly marked doors in the E Concourse, both warning against unauthorized access. MORE: Flying with Fido? What to know about flying with pets One of the doors, labeled with three red signs including 'Restricted Security Area,' and 'Emergency Exit Only – Alarm Will Sound,' was forced open before he continued through a second restricted-access door, eventually making his way onto the ramp where aircraft are. Pressley was arrested and charged with misdemeanor trespass on airport property. Queen City News has reached out to Charlotte airport officials for further information. At this time, it's unclear if any flights were disrupted during this weekend's incident. The motive behind Pressley's actions remains unclear, and authorities have not said whether alcohol, mental health concerns, or other factors played a role. Pressley was booked into the Mecklenburg County Jail and issued a $500 unsecured bond. His case is scheduled to be heard in Mecklenburg County District Court on May 15. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
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Man pleads not guilty to murders of two transwomen in Charlotte, faces more charges in Union County
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Joel Isaiah Brewer, already in custody, pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges in Mecklenburg County tied to the 2021 murders of two Black transwomen in Charlotte. Those charges include two counts of first-degree murder, robbery with a dangerous weapon, possession of a firearm by a felon, and possession of a stolen vehicle. According to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police, Brewer reportedly solicited sex from two Black transwomen, Remi Fennel and Jaida Petersen, before fatally shooting them. Brewer is also facing separate charges in Union County, including first-degree murder, concealment of death, and being a violent habitual felon, connected to the February 2021 killing of Joshua Tramaine Allen, whose body was found in a wooded area near Wingate. Brewer has not yet entered a plea in that case, which is scheduled for a May 15 disposition hearing. Brewer's criminal history includes a 2011 conviction in a deadly robbery attempt. He remains held as the legal proceedings in both counties continue. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
