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11-04-2025
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‘A regional issue': Police investigating link between thefts at hotels in Matthews
If you visit a hotel in the Charlotte area, it's not unusual to see a sign in the parking lot warning about potential thefts in your car. One in Matthews, in particular, has seen a few break-ins in recent weeks. Police in Matthews told Channel 9′s Eli Brand that it's not just a problem in the town, it's region-wide. 'This seems to be a regional issue, and of course, we're fortunate, everyone in the area is fortunate to have the citizens and the partners that we do,' said Tim Aycock with the Matthews Police Department. We've reported in recent weeks about cars being broken into in hotel parking lots in Huntersville. Now, Matthews police reported the same problem at two hotels just off Independence Boulevard: the Courtyard by Marriott and the Wingate by Wyndham. RELATED >> Huntersville hotels hit by series of vehicle thefts and break-ins Police released surveillance photos of a white Jeep they say the thieves were using. Chris Craft told Channel 9 he was visiting from Atlanta and travels frequently for business. He stayed in the Wingate Thursday night. 'I park where there are other cars, I park where there's a lot of walking traffic and visibility,' Craft said. Matthews PD says many times when people break into cars, they're looking for guns. 'There are weapons issues a lot of times in hotel parking lots. Check with the hotel to see if you can secure it inside of the room. A lot of the time these rooms will have safes there,' Aycock said. Matthews police are working with neighboring agencies to find out if these thefts are part of a larger ring. Police say if you're visiting a hotel, make sure your car is locked before you go inside. Make sure anything of value is brought inside with you, as well. (VIDEO: Mecklenburg County introduces hotel for those experiencing homelessness)
Yahoo
08-04-2025
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Matthews police investigating break-ins at area hotels
The Matthews Police Department is investigating a series of break-ins at hotels in the area. Police said the incidents involved four possible suspects, one of whom had braids. ALSO READ: Huntersville hotels hit by series of vehicle thefts and break-ins Those suspects were captured on surveillance footage driving a Jeep Grand Cherokee. Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to contact Detective Vancil at 704-841-6755. VIDEO: Huntersville hotels hit by series of vehicle thefts and break-ins
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Automotive
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Gas leak closes East John Street in Matthews for hours: Police
MATTHEWS, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — E. John Street is closed due to a gas leak, according to the Matthews Police Department. Around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, E. John Street was shut down between N. Trade Street and Park Square Place due to a natural gas leak. Police say the road could be closed for several more hours. Drivers in the area should take Hwy 74 as an alternate route. 🚗 Track issues along your commute with the QCN Traffic Interactive Map Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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26-02-2025
- Automotive
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Gas leak impacting traffic near busy Matthews intersection
A natural gas leak is impacting traffic near a busy intersection in Matthews, police said Wednesday. In a Facebook post around 11 a.m., the Matthews Police Department said East John Street was closed between North Trade Street and Park Square Place. Piedmont Natural Gas is on the scene and estimated repairs could 'take up to two more hours.' UPDATES: WSOC Live Traffic Map Officials advised drivers to plan an alternate route of Highway 74 for the time being. We're monitoring traffic updates and we'll bring you the latest on Eyewitness News at noon. WATCH BELOW: Piedmont Natural Gas customers see heating bill increase
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17-02-2025
- Automotive
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Part of Weddington Road closed in Matthews due to crash: Police
MATTHEWS, N.C. () — A portion of Weddington Road is closed in Matthews after a crash impacting work traffic Monday, the Matthews Police Department says. Police first reported the incident around 8 a.m. on Feb. 17. Weddington Road is closed just before Pleasant Plains Road. This is a little over a mile from downtown. 🚗 Track issues along your commute with the QCN Traffic Interactive Map Traffic appears to be delayed in the area and drivers are encouraged to take McKee Road as an alternate. Police did not say how many vehicles were involved. The Mecklenburg EMS Agency says its services were not 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
