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Father of slain 2-year-old faces murderer in court Tuesday
An emotional day of testimony in the murder trial of a two year old boy. Amias Robinson was gunned down back in 2010, while visiting family members in East Charlotte. Police say Ellis Royster fired shots at a car during a drug deal. They say Amias was struck several times ...
Police search for Charlotte, Troutman robbers
The suspects got away with more than $5,000 in cash, and on Monday night Troutman police believe that robber actually began hours earlier in Charlotte. Police said the men successfully pulled off a daring robbery early Monday morning and authorities believe the men knew exactly what they were doing. In ...
State lawmaker speaks against I-77 toll lanes
The issue over a proposed toll road project along a stretch of Interstate 77 continues to heat up. In Mooresville on Sunday, the citizens' group wideni77.org, which opposes the move, turned out to encourage leaders to find another way to deal with the congestion. North Carolina Department of Transportation has ...
Racing community shocked by NASCAR legend's death
The NASCAR community was shocked and saddened to hear about the loss of a man they call a true legend. Richard "Dick" Trickle, 71, who some claim is the "winningest" driver of all time, was found dead shortly after noon Thursday at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Boger City. It's a ...
Police: Man's throat cut over parking lot argument
Eyewitness News has learned a Special Investigations Unit is working to track down the man who slashed another man's throat. Police released surveillance photos Thursday morning of a man they believe was involved in the incident. Juan Alvizu told Eyewitness News he was scared for his life. Around 8:30 p.m. ...
Police: Man's body found duct-taped to chair in basement near Albemarle
State investigators in Stanly County continued to collect evidence overnight after they said a body was found duct-taped in the basement of a home outside of Albemarle. Sheriff’s deputies said they found a man tied to a chair, dead at the home on Groves Avenue. Investigators have not released much ...
Police: Alcohol, speed factors in fatal wreck, 15-year-old charged
A 1992 Honda Civic ran off of North Tryon Street near Caprington Avenue at high speed and struck a utility pole early Sunday morning, according to police. Police said the vehicle was sheared in two. "I was scared. I was like, 'What's going on?'" said witness Da'Les Allen. A passenger, ...
Police: Thieves steal $150K in jewelry from South Park store
It was a burglary with a big payoff in an unlikely part of town. Police said thieves got away with $150,000 worth of jewelry by breaking into Windsor Jewelers next to South Park Mall. Store managers said the bandits were in and out in just seconds. The security alarm alerted ...
Mecklenburg Co. commissioners fire County Manager Harry Jones
Mecklenburg County commissioners fired County Manager Harry Jones on Tuesday night. Eyewitness News spoke with Jones right after he was ordered out of the room, and commissioners didn't even let him make a statement. Harry Jones said he just got fired, but he still feels good about what he's accomplished ...
Union Co. mother accused of giving alcohol, cigarettes to teens
A Union County mother is charged with giving alcohol and cigarettes to teenagers. Union County sheriff’s deputies said that's what they stumbled upon when they stopped by the home of Amanda Bowers. Officials said there were children inside, taking part in both activities as well as having sex inside her ...
CMPD reviews procedures after arrest of officer
The Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department is reviewing procedures after arresting one of its own officers Wednesday night. Chief Rodney Monroe spoke to Eyewitness News for the first time about the arrest of one of his officers. Eyewitness News reported Wednesday night that Jeffrey Taylor, a 24-year veteran, was arrested after ...
14-year-old girl says man attempted to abduct her
York police are looking for the man who attempted to abduct a 14-year-old girl. It happened on West Liberty Street just after 11 p.m. Tuesday. The girl went for a walk after getting into an argument with her sister. She only got a few feet down the road when she ...
5 vehicles, train involved in Monroe crash
Eyewitness News has learned new details about what led up to a crash involving a train and a tractor-trailer Tuesday at 5 p.m. Hundreds of PVC pipes were spilled out of the truck when Chopper 9 Skyzoom flew over the scene. The wreck shut down Old Charlotte Highway and Rocky ...
Couple faces charges after 2-year-old found on road alone
A Fort Mill couple is facing charges after their toddler was found walking alone on a busy, rainy road. A man picked up the child on Dam Road and took him to a nearby church. Deputies said his parents live hundreds of yards down the road. On Monday, Eyewitness News ...
Accident shuts down Sam Furr Road in Huntersville
On Sunday, the Huntersville Fire Department said an accident knocked down power lines near Northcross Drive and Sam Furr Road. According to an Eyewitness News crew at the scene, the car involved in the accident crashed into a pole on Northcross Drive around 11 a.m. Medic said that one patient ...
Cause of east Charlotte house fire appears to be accidental
A Charlotte man's home went up in flames Thursday afternoon, but luckily no one was seriously injured. Chopper 9 Skyzoom showed the smoke billowing into the air. A neighbor called 911 when they noticed the house on fire. Crews with the Charlotte Fire Department fought the blaze from the roof. ...
NC bill would allow guns in places that serve alcohol
A new bill that passed a North Carolina House committee Wednesday gives more freedom to North Carolina gun owners. House Bill 937 would allow permit holders to carry concealed weapons in public places, including bars and restaurants where alcohol is served. "I don't see the problem with it. If you're ...
Peeping Tom suspected in more than 20 cases back in jail
A convicted peeping Tom suspected in more than 20 cases is back in jail. Police said they found him in a Rock Hill attic in violation of his probation. Eyewitness News spoke on Tuesday night with one victim who said she is still afraid. Ishiya Evans was not surprised at ...
Charlotte runners run for those in Boston
One week after the horrific tragedy in Boston, the Charlotte running community came together to remember. "I grew up on the route, you know, watching the marathon," said Dawn Richardson, "Anything I can do while living down here to support the people living up there." Richardson calls Charlotte home now, ...
Fan says scare at dragway doesn't bother him
A dramatic scene unfolded Saturday at the Z-Max Dragway. Part of a car lost its top and flew into the stands. Officials with the National Hot Rod Association said Sunday they will be reviewing the crash at the Z-Max Dragway. Racer Robert Hight's engine blew up as he took off, ...
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