CHARLOTTE — The Charlotte-Mecklenburg law enforcement community is mourning the death of an off-duty officer who died unexpectedly Sunday morning.
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Officer Michael Miles, who was 39-years-old, joined the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department on Oct. 15, 2012, and served in the Freedom Division for over 13 years.
Miles was also a patrol training officer where he spent years mentoring and shaping the next generation of officers, CMPD stated Monday in a post on X.
Before CMPD, Miles served in the U.S. Marine Corps.
He leaves behind a partner and four children ages 8-16.
A GoFundMe campaign was set up to help Mile’s family. The funds will go toward the care of his kids.
“We ask that you keep his family, friends, and his brothers and sisters in blue in your thoughts and prayers as we navigate this unimaginable loss,” CMPD said.
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Fraternal Order of Police said Miles, who was 39, died Sunday after a medical event.
“It is with profound sadness that we learn of the passing of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Officer Michael Miles,” the FOP said in a Facebook post.
CMPD statement:
“It is with heavy hearts that we share the unexpected passing of Officer Michael Miles. Officer Miles joined the CMPD family on October 15, 2012.
“For over 13 years, he served in the Freedom Division with unwavering professionalism and dedication. Beyond his patrol duties, Officer Miles was a Patrol Training Officer, where he spent years mentoring and shaping the next generation of officers.
“Before his time with CMPD, Officer Miles proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Marine Corps.Michael leaves behind a loving partner and four children. We ask that you keep his family, friends, and his brothers and sisters in blue in your thoughts and prayers as we navigate this unimaginable loss.”
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