Homicide Investigation in the Central Division

Published on January 14, 2026

Homicide Investigation in the Central Division

Charlotte, N.C. – (Wednesday, January 14, 2025) – Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s (CMPD) Homicide Unit are conducting a homicide investigation near the 300 block of Alpha Mill Lane in the Central Division.

On Wednesday, January 14, shortly after 3:30 p.m, officers responded to an Assault with a Deadly Weapon call for service near the 300 block of Alpha Mill Lane in proximity to the CSX railroad tracks. Upon arrival, officers discovered a victim who sustained an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced on scene by MEDIC.

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, CFD, MEDIC and Victim Services 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 Moore 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: 20260114-1533-02.

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