Homicide Investigation in the Eastway Division

Published on February 08, 2026

Charlotte, N.C. – (Sunday, February 8, 2026) – Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s Homicide Unit are conducting a homicide investigation in the 3000 block Timber Hollow Drive in the Eastway Division.

On Sunday, February 8, shortly after 2 p.m., officers responded to an Assault with a Deadly Weapon call for service in the 3000 block of Timber Hollow Drive.

Upon arrival, officers discovered one victim with life-threatening injuries who had sustained an apparent gunshot wound. MEDIC transported to a local hospital where the victim was pronounced deceased.

Officers detained a person of interest on scene.

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 Guillet is the lead detective assigned to this case. The public can also leave information anonymously by calling Charlotte 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: 20260208-1415-02.

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