Saturday, March 21, 2009

Assault Suspect Apprehended After Brief Chase

On March 19th, at approximately 13:10 hours, Mint Hill Police were dispatched to 6920 Ravenglass Lane in reference to an assault on a female. Officers were advised that the suspect, Rawle Harding had left the residence in a vehicle.

An officer located the same vehicle on Wilgrove-Mint Hill Road and attempted to make a traffic stop. The suspect did not immediately respond to the activated emergency equipment, but after a short chase, Officers took Harding into custody.

Harding has been charged with Assault on a Female and Fleeing to Elude Police and was transported to Mecklenburg County Intake Center. The victim, Catherina Harding, was transported to Presbyterian Hospital and treated for minor injuries.