Death Investigation in the Freedom Division

Published on May 03, 2025

Death Investigation in the Freedom Division

Charlotte, N.C. – (Saturday, May 3, 2025) – Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s Homicide Unit are conducting a death investigation in the 1100 block of Browns Avenue in the Freedom Division.

On Saturday, May 3, 2025, shortly after 3:45 p.m., officers responded to a call for service regarding a death investigation in the 1100 block of Browns Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered two unresponsive victims. MEDIC transported both victims to Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center where one of the victims was pronounced deceased.

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 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 Division. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 704-432-8477 (TIPS) and speak directly to a Homicide Unit detective. Detective James is the lead detective assigned to this case. The public can also leave information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600 or Charlotte Crime Stoppers. For additional information about this case, please refer to the report: 20250503-1550-00.