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Homicide investigation underway after one killed, two hurt in north Charlotte shooting

Homicide investigation underway after one killed, two hurt in north Charlotte shooting

CHARLOTTE — The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a homicide that took place in north Charlotte Sunday evening.

Officers responded to an assault with a deadly weapon call in the 5900 block of Hucks Road around 7:39 p.m.

Upon arrival, officers found three victims with gunshot wounds.

One man was pronounced deceased on the scene by the Charlotte Fire Department.

Another man and a woman were transported to nearby hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries.

“I probably passed about 50 young adults at the scene,” CMPD’s Major Gene Jim said. “It just disturbs me. I don’t know if their parents are coming and don’t know if their parents know where they are.”

The incident was a gathering or party that went wrong.

The is an ongoing investigation.

This is a developing story. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.


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