Case Update: Homicide Investigation in the Metro Division
Published on October 07, 2026
Case Update: Homicide Investigation in the Metro Division
Charlotte, N.C. – (Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026) – The victim in this case has been identified as Ebon Bell, 45.
As a result of the continued investigation, detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s Homicide Unit have identified Morris Crawford, 50, as a suspect in this case.
He has been charged with First Degree Murder and Firearm by Felon and has been transferred into the custody of Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office.
The victim’s next of kin has been notified of his death and the arrest in this case.
The investigation into this case is active and ongoing. As additional information develops, it will be released by the CMPD’s Public Affairs Division. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 704-432-8477 (TIPS) and speak directly to a Homicide Unit detective. Detective Diekhaus is the lead detective assigned to this case. The public can also leave information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600 or the Charlotte Crime Stoppers Website. For additional information about this case, please refer to the report: 202601006-1504-06.
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Charlotte, N.C. – (Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026) – Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s Homicide Unit are conducting a homicide investigation in the 200 block of West 30th Street in the Metro Division.
On Tuesday, October 6, shortly after 3 p.m., officers responded to an Assault with a Deadly Weapon with injury call for service in the 200 block of West 30th Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered one victim with life-threatening injuries who had sustained a gunshot wound.
The victim was transported to a local hospital by MEDIC before they were pronounced deceased by medical staff.
Detectives have identified all parties believed to be involved and are not currently looking for any additional suspects.
Homicide Unit detectives responded to the scene to conduct an investigation, and Crime Scene Search responded to process the scene and collect physical evidence. Representatives from CMPD’s Operations Command, Victim Services and CFD also responded to assist.
The investigation into this case is active and ongoing. As additional information develops, it will be released by the CMPD's Public Affairs Office. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 704-432-8477 (TIPS) and speak directly to a Homicide Unit detective. Detective Diekhaus is the lead detective assigned to this case. 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 report: 202601006-1504-06.
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