Published on July 14, 2026
Charlotte, N.C. – (Tuesday, July 14, 2026) – Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s Homicide Unit are conducting a homicide investigation at the 1400 block of Eastcrest Drive in the Eastway Division.
On Tuesday, July 14, shortly before 7 p.m., officers responded to an Assault with a Deadly Weapon call for service at the 1400 block of Eastcrest Drive. Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim with apparent life-threatening injuries. Medic pronounced the victim deceased on the 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 and Victim Services 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 Barnett 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: 20260714-1846-01.
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