The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Chain of Command Review Board has completed its administrative investigation into the incident where Officer J.S. Curlee discharged her firearm on May 6, 2008. The shooting in this incident occurred after Officer J.S. Curlee responded to a request from an ABC officer for a back up at 1920 Central Avenue at approximately 6:25 p.m.
After a thorough review of the evidence, the Board determined that the shooting was not justified. On July 14, 2008, Officer J.S. Curlee's employment with the Charlotte – Mecklenburg Police Department was terminated. Officer Curlee was a probationary police officer who graduated from the Police Academy in November 2007. (Read More)
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The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Chain of Command Review Board has completed its administrative investigation into the March 20, 2008 incident that ended in the death of Darryl Wayne Turner. The Mecklenburg County Medical Examiner determined Mr. Turner's death was caused by "Acute Ventricular Dysrhythmia, Agitated State, Stress and Use of Conducted Energy Weapon Device (Taser)".
After a thorough review of the evidence, the Board determined that the initial decision to discharge the TASER was within our procedures, but the prolonged use of the TASER was not. Officer Dawson has been suspended for five days and he will receive additional training concerning the use of the TASER. The Department is currently reviewing its policies and procedures concerning the TASER. (Read More)
