Homicide Investigation in the University City Division

Published on December 23, 2025

Charlotte, N.C. – (Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025) – Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s (CMPD) Homicide Unit are conducting a homicide investigation in the 1500 block of Kirk Farm Lane in the University City Division.

On Tuesday, Dec. 23, shortly after 7:45 a.m., officers responded to an assist medic call for service in the 1500 block of Kirk Farm Lane.

Upon arrival, officers discovered one victim with life-threatening injuries who had sustained unspecified trauma. Officers pronounced the victim deceased 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, MEDIC 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 Division. 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 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: 20251223-0750-06.

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