Homicide Investigation in the Freedom Division

Published on October 02, 2025

Charlotte, N.C. – (Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025) – Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s (CMPD) Homicide Unit are conducting a homicide investigation in the 4400 block of Eddleman Rd. in the Freedom Division.

On Thursday, Oct. 2, at approximately 1:16 p.m., officers responded to an Assault with a Deadly Weapon with Injury call for service in the 4400 block of Eddleman Rd. Upon arrival, officers discovered two victims who had sustained gunshot wounds. MEDIC transported both subjects to a local hospital. 

Shortly after arriving to the hospital, both victims succumbed to their injuries and were pronounced deceased.

Homicide Unit detectives responded to the scene to conduct an investigation. Crime Scene Search responded to process the scene and collect physical evidence. Representatives from CMPD’s Operations Command, Victim Services, Charlotte Fire Department and MEDIC also assisted.

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 Lewis 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: 20251002-1316-01.

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