29 Charges, Multiple Seizures: CMPD Operation Targets Reckless Dirt Bi
Published on March 08, 2026
Charlotte, N.C. – (Sunday, March 8, 2026) – Today, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) is sharing the results of an operation aimed at curbing the illegal and reckless use of dirt bikes and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) on city streets. Operation QC Roadway Safety Initiative resulted in seven traffic stops, one arrest, two seized firearms, one seized ATV and 29 charges.
On Saturday, March 7, 2026, Transportation Division officers and officers from several divisions conducted numerous traffic stops and responded to multiple calls for service about individuals recklessly driving ATV’s and dirt bikes at locations in the Charlotte area.
The targeted enforcement resulted in 29 charges including:
- Felony Flee to Elude Arrest
- Possession With Intent to Sell or Deliver Cocaine
- Possession With Intent to Sell or Deliver Marijuana
- Carrying Concealed Weapons
- Possession of a Stolen Firearm
- Resist, Delay or Obstruct Public Officer
- Driving While License Revoked
- No Operator License
- Hit and Run
- Noise Ordinance Violation
- Expired Registration
- Failure to Stop for a Traffic Control Signal
- Failure to Stop at a Stop Sign
- Speeding
- Aggressive Driving
The CMPD does not take this issue lightly and discourages any kind of aggressive or reckless driving. The CMPD is also requesting the public’s help in reporting public safety issues. If citizens see large groups driving recklessly and behaving erratically, they’re asked not to engage but call 911. The public can also leave information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600 , using the Charlotte Crime Stoppers P3 Tips Mobile App or by visiting the Charlotte Crime Stoppers website. For additional information about this case, please refer to the reports: 20260307-1538-02 and 20260307-1609-03.
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