Alert Neighbor Assists Police to Nab B&E Suspect

Scott Mueller

Central Division Officers with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department have arrested Scott Robert Mueller for his involvement in a recent breaking and entering of a motor vehicle case.

On Friday, April 20, 2012, at approximately 3:00 a.m., officers were dispatched to breaking and entering of a motor vehicle incident in the 300 block of S. Clarkson Street. A witness called 911 and stated she observed a suspect breaking into a vehicle. As officers arrived on the scene they observed a vehicle with broken glass and the suspect attempting to hide behind a tree. When officers approached the suspect they observed several motor vehicle parts that were lying on the ground beside the suspect.

Scott Mueller was taken into custody and charged with felony breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. It’s likely this arrest would not have been made had it not been for an engaged witness calling 911 to report this break-in. The CMPD continues to urge the community to call 911 if they see or hear anything suspicious.

Anyone with additional information concerning this case or suspect is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.

Detectives Investigating an Officer involved Shooting in the Central Division

The officer who discharged his weapon is Officer Clifford L. Flowe, date of hire is 06/21/1989.   He is currently assigned to the Central Division and has been placed on paid administrative leave. The subject who was shot has been identified as Fred Daye.   He is not facing any charges in this case. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 704-432-TIPS and speak directly to a Homicide Unit Detective. Detective Osorio is the lead detective assigned to the case. In addition, you may also call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.
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Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Homicide Unit and A/D/W Unit are conducting an investigation into an officer involved shooting in the parking lot adjacent to 1310 South Tryon Street in the Central Division. The call for service came in at 7:44 p.m., on Tuesday, March 06, 2012.

Central Division patrol officers responded to the 1400 block of South Tryon Street in reference to a possible suicidal subject who stated that he was schizophrenic and off his medication. As officers approached the male, they told him that they wanted to pat him down to make sure that he wasn’t armed with a weapon. Officers gave the male subject loud verbal commands to keep his hands in view. The male subject made several statements to officers to shoot him. Officers repeatedly gave verbal commands to the subject, who did not comply. The male subject then placed his hand inside his jacket as if to draw to a weapon.

One officer deployed a TASER device on the subject and the second officer fired his department issued shotgun at the subject. The subject was struck in the left elbow by the shotgun round and was transported to Carolinas Medical Center for treatment of a non-life threatening injury. The male subject has what doctors described as a flesh wound. At this time, it is unknown if he was struck by a shotgun pellet or the wadding from the shotgun round. The shooting took place at 8:42 p.m. No officers were injured during this incident. At this time, the male subject is not facing any charges.

Detectives with the Homicide Unit are conducting the shooting investigation while Detectives with the Internal Affairs Unit will conduct a separate but parallel investigation to determine whether or not CMPD policies and procedures were adhered to during the course of the incident.  Crime Scene Search responded to the call for service to process the scene and collect physical evidence.


Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 704-432-TIPS and speak directly to a Homicide Unit Detective. Detective Osorio is the lead detective assigned to the case. In addition, you may also call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.

CMPD Conducting Murder Investigation at Al's Mini Mart

UPDATE II:  4/4/12- Police have released the following video of the suspect:

UPDATE:  This investigation is now classified as a homicide; it is no longer classified as a death investigation. Homicide Unit Detectives continue to ask that anyone with information about this incident call 704-432-TIPS and speak directly to a Homicide Unit Detective.  Detective King is the lead detective assigned to the case. In addition, you may also call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600
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Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Homicide Unit are conducting a death investigation at 2325 Toomey Avenue in the Central Division. The call for service was reported at 3:58 p.m., on Thursday, January 19, 2012. The victim has been positively identified as Yama Monteith Fluker.

Central Division officers responded to Al’s Mini Mart to an unresponsive male in a vehicle. Upon their arrival, they located the victim in the vehicle not breathing. Detectives are currently canvassing the neighborhood to determine if anyone has any information that will aid in the investigation.

Crime Scene Search responded to the call for service to process the scene and collect physical evidence. The Mecklenburg County District Attorney’s Homicide Prosecution Team responded to the scene as well.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 704-432-TIPS and speak directly to a Homicide Unit Detective. Detective King is the lead detective assigned to the case. In addition, you may also call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.

CMPD's New Years Eve Report

CMPD's New Years Eve After-Action Report:

The goal of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department during the New Year’s Celebration was to ensure that people had a safe environment in which to celebrate the holiday-- in the center city and in Charlotte neighborhoods.  Our operations plan for New Year’s Eve was solid and successfully implemented.  Partnerships with the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office, the Charlotte Fire Department and MEDIC in particular provided key support for the success of this operation.

CMPD Officers with the Central Division, Civil Emergency Unit and other specialized units were deployed in the center city area.  Their efforts were coordinated from the CMPD Command Center. All other patrol divisions were fully staffed to respond to an expected increase in calls for service on New Year’s Eve and the early hours of New Year’s Day.

Arrests:
* Final reports indicate there were a total of 31 adult arrests in the center city area recorded between the hours of 7:00 p.m. on 12/31/2011 through 3:30 a.m. on 01/01/2012.
*19 of the 31 adults arrested reside outside of Mecklenburg County including five that reside in other states.
*16 juveniles were arrested for curfew violations.

The breakdown of adult arrests include:

Disorderly Conduct	6
Drug Related	4
Trespass	6
Intoxicated and Disruptive	2
Outstanding Warrant	1
Carrying Concealed Weapon	2
Impeding Traffic	1
Assault	5
Communicating Threats	1
Urinating in Public	1
Assault on Officer	2
Total	31

Man Shot & Killed in the 200 Block of 3rd Street

Antonio Thompkins

UPDATE I:  (6/3/11) - Accompanied by family members, Antonio Thompkins turned himself in to detectives tonight at police headquarters at 6:00 p.m.  Once detectives with the Homicide Unit have finished the interview process, he will be transported to the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office, where he will remain in their custody.  


UPDATE:  CMPD Homicide Detectives are asking for public assistance in locating 20-year old Antonio Amos Thompkins.  The suspect is wanted for the shooting death of Antwan Terrell Smith who was murdered Sunday morning. Antonio Thompkins (aka Tompkins) is known to frequent the Grier Heights neighborhood and should be considered armed & dangerous!

Thompkins, 20, has 11 arrests in Mecklenburg County under his belt since July of 2008-- including 2 robbery arrests in 2009.  No convictions, however, he does have 3 future court dates for trespassing, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.   This means all his other charges were dropped!

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Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Homicide Unit and A/D/W Unit are investigating a homicide that occurred in the 200 block of 3rd Street in the Central Division. The call for service came in at 1:08 am on Sunday, May 29, 2011. The homicide victim has been identified as Antwan Terrell Smith.  Last year, Smith was wanted by CMPD for sexual battery charges.

CMPD Central Division Officers heard shots fired and responded to the 200 block of 3rd Street to discover a male victim shot and deceased.  Based upon initial witness statements, two groups of people became involved in an altercation when a subject from one of the groups produced a handgun and began firing multiple shots. Antwan Smith was struck by gunfire in the head and pronounced deceased on the scene by Medic.

A second subject, Durante Kavon James, was shot in the lower leg and transported to Carolinas Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries.  Several witnesses have been transported to police headquarters to be interviewed by detectives. The Helicopter Unit and the K-9 Unit responded to the scene in an attempt to locate the suspect, who fled the area on foot.  Crime Scene Search responded to the scene of the shooting to collect physical evidence.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 704-432-TIPS and speak directly to a Homicide Unit Detective.  Detective Rainwater is the lead detective assigned to the case.  In addition, you may also call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.

Thugs Cause Mayhem in Uptown Charlotte Overnight!

Early this morning, after the Speed Street event ended, all chaos broke out in uptown Charlotte as CMPD Officers responded to several confrontations in the N College St. & E Trade St. area throughout the night.  Police say several groups of 50 or more people began fighting with each other and refused police commands to disperse.  Police say it is estimated that approximately 25,000 - 30,000 people were in the four block area of uptown- from the intersection of College Street and Trade Street.

CMPD also stated that additional groups of people gathered around the CATS' Transit Center who were not participating in any of the Speed Street events.  Approximately 70 arrests were made, including nearly 15 juvenile arrests.  The majority of the arrests were made for disorderly conduct, fighting, assault and impeding traffic.

CMPD Officers noted several people were flashing gang signs, challenging others as well as the police officers.  In addition, they were attempting to block sidewalks and impeding vehicle traffic. The center city was staffed with on-duty officers from the Central Division and officers working in a secondary employment capacity for the 'Speed Street' event.  Based upon the disruptions, additional pre-staged Civil Emergency Unit Officers were called in from surrounding divisions to assist in managing the crowds.

It looks like Charlotte's 'near riot' made the 'Drudge Report' today:

** If you think the fights downtown (or elsewhere in Charlotte) are a random occurrence, check out some of the video coverage posted online.  It is especially disheartening to see so many videos of violence in our schools as well as the lack of respect for Police Officers by so many Charlotteans.  Wake up people!!!  (Special thanks to Cedar Posts & Barbwire Fences blog) for some of the links provided:

LINKS:

CMPD Arrests Robbery Duo on Mint Street

Micah Atkinson

Early this morning, CMPD's Central Division Officers were flagged down by a 70-year old male near W.Trade St. & S. Mint Street. The man stated that he was walking towards the Greyhound bus terminal when two suspects (male & female) approached him from behind, pushed him into a dark area and stole his wallet and suitcase.  After the robbery, the suspects ran from the scene down Mint Street.

Officers immediately began to canvas the area and search for the suspects when they observed two people matching the description of the suspects... rifling through a suitcase! The male suspect observed the officers and victim approaching them and ran from the scene.

Shakeva Bernard

After a short foot chase, Officers were able to apprehend the two suspects; Micah Christopher Atkinson and Shakeva Raeniece Bernard.  The victim positively identified the suspects as the individuals who robbed him and both were charged with Common Law Robbery, Conspiracy to Commit Robbery & Resisting a Public Officer.  This is Micah Atkinson's 3rd arrest since Dec 2010!

The CMPD says they will continue to aggressively work to remove individuals from society who repeatedly prey on our community.  Additionally, we continue to urge citizens to observe and report suspicious activity by calling 911.

Anyone with information on unsolved cases may forward their anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600

CMPD Investigating Murder on Cates Street

Felix Patton

UPDATE:  (April 21, 2011) - Detectives with the Homicide Unit and the Violent Criminal Apprehension Team (VCAT) apprehended and arrested Felix Antonio Patton for the murder of Mr. Christopher Satterfield.

Mr. Patton has been charged with first degree murder. He has been transported to the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office; where he will remain in their custody 
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Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Homicide Unit are investigating a murder in a parking lot outside of 811 Cates Street in the Central Division. The call for service came in on Wednesday, April 06, 2011.  The victim has been identified as 35-year old Christopher Lee Satterfield. 

Central Division officers responded to an ADW with injury call placed from Cedar Oaks Condominiums. When officers arrived on scene, they found Mr. Satterfield lying in a small parking lot suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced deceased on scene by Medic at 2:25 a.m.

Based upon an initial statement by a witness, he looked outside his apartment window after he heard the gunshot and observed a male subject standing over the victim. The witness further stated that when he went outside to check on the victim, that the subject was gone.

Officers with the Central Division set up a perimeter and called in the assistance of the K-9 Unit, but was unable to locate the subject. Crime Scene Search responded to collect physical evidence and photograph the scene. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 704-432-TIPS and speak directly to a Homicide Unit Detective. Detective King is the lead detective assigned to the case. In addition, you may also call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.

Arrests Made in Wendy's Robbery on Charlottetowne Avenue

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has arrested Kwame Hakeem Crawford, Dion Lamar Williams and Salaam Fuquan Felton for a Robbery they committed at the Wendy’s located at 715 Charlottetowne Avenue on September 27, 2010, at approximately 2:30 a.m.

CMPD Central Division officers were dispatched to the restaurant for a robbery in progress call for service. Employees of the restaurant stated they were closing for the night and were approached outside the restaurant by several masked suspects who forced them back inside the restaurant, robbed them and pistol whipped one of the victims.

Central Division officers observed the suspects vehicle a short time after the robbery and pursued the vehicle a short distance with their lights and sirens activated. The suspects stopped the vehicle at West 7th Street and North Poplar Street and fled the scene on foot. Mr. Crawford and Williams were apprehended a short time later and taken into custody.

Officers also recovered the property of one of the victims along with a gun and ski mask believed to be used in the robbery near the area where Crawford and Williams were apprehended. Felton turned himself in at headquarters earlier this morning.

All three suspects have been charged with Attempted Robbery of a Business, Two counts of Robbery of Person, One count of Conspiracy and One count of Assault with a Deadly Weapon to Inflict Serious Injury.

Anyone with information regarding this case can call lead Robbery P.J. Wilson at 704-336-7701. Additionally the public can call anonymous tips into the Crime Stoppers tip line at 704-334-1600 or http://www.charlottecrimestoppers.com

Man Shot & Killed at The Breakfast Club

Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Homicide Unit is conducting an investigation into a shooting that occurred at the Breakfast Club, located at 225 North Caldwell Street. The incident took place shortly before 2:00 am on Friday, September 10, 2010. The victim has been identified as 25-year old Dominic Nicholas Mahone.

CMPD Central Division officers responded to a call for service at the Breakfast Club, where a male victim was shot in the head on the dance floor of the Breakfast Club. Medic arrived and the victim was transported to Carolinas Medical Center, where he later died.

Based on initial statements, witnesses stated the victim was confronted by a woman inside the club. She pulled out a gun and fired two shots at Dominic Mahone. Witnesses say she fled the scene in a vehicle described as a Royal Blue Chevrolet with custom rims.

A/D/W, Homicide, and the Gang Units are all on scene actively following up on leads as to the identity of the suspect and canvassing the area. Crime Scene Search responded to the scene collect physical evidence.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 704-432-TIPS and speak directly to a Homicide Unit Detective. In addition, you may call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.

CMPD Investigates 5th Street Sexual Assault Case

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Sexual Assault Unit is investigating a sexual assault that occurred in the area of 200 East 5th Street.

On November 3, 2009, just before 3:30 am, officers from the Central Division were dispatched to Mercy Hospital in reference to a sexual assault report. The victim told officers that between 2:15 and 2:30 a.m. she was walking on the sidewalk that runs along side of the light rail line from Dixie’s Tavern to retrieve her vehicle at the Epicentre when she was approached from behind by two men.

The victim stated the men proceeded to force her into an unknown location and sexually assaulted her. The victim told investigators following the attack the suspects ran away before she drove herself to Mercy Hospital.

The suspects in this case are described as two light skinned black males who were wearing dark clothing. Investigators from the Sexual Assault Unit and officers from the Central Division conducted extensive canvasses and interviews in the area following the incident. Investigators are also reviewing video from several surveillance cameras mounted in Center City.

The Central Division will continue to aggressively patrol the entertainment district, paying particular attention to the area in which this crime took place. They will also monitor the area for individuals walking alone to provide personal safety information to prevent future crimes from occurring. Crimes of this type are rare in the Center City, and there have been no crimes with corresponding similarities of this nature reported this year.

Anyone with information on this case can call to speak directly to lead Sexual Assault Detective J. Bumgarner at 704-353-0094. Anonymous tips can also be phoned in to our Crime Stoppers tip line at 704-334-1600.

Vice and Narcotics Unit Makes Large Cash/Drug Seizure

On January 28, 2009 the Vice and Narcotics Division was conducting an undercover buy operation in the 4900 block of Central Avenue when two men attempted to sell detectives approximately 9 ounces of cocaine. As a result Homero Cortez and Evis Hernandez were arrested and charged with Trafficking Cocaine.

As a result of the buy operation, detectives conducted a search at 7444 Prindle Lake Drive, where Mr. Cortez lived and seized an additional 9 ounces of cocaine and 20 lbs. of marijuana that had been packaged for sale.

While following up on the search at Prindle Lake Drive in the early morning hours of January 29th, detectives obtained a search warrant for 6831 Sunman Road. Once inside, detectives found 13 kilos of cocaine, four firearms, two vehicles and $85,881 in cash. Two suspects, Miquel Santibanez-Velazquez and Macario Sanchez-Rivera, were arrested and charged with Trafficking Cocaine.

The street value for the cocaine is $1,350,000 and the marijuana is $24,000.

Man Caught on Camera Breaking into Cars

On December 13th, Central Division Officers utilized the CMPD camera system to capture a suspect who broke into a parked Toyota 4-Runner.

Officers observed the suspect looking into three different cars before he broke the window out of the victims’ car and climbed inside. Officers responded quickly and captured the suspect as he attempted to leave the scene.

The entire incident was captured by the CMPD camera system. This system consists of CCTV cameras in Uptown Charlotte, and is directed toward public areas- particularly parking lots during this time of year. The CMPD cameras have captured over 200 crimes since their use began in the fall of 2000.

The suspect, Marquise Brown (R) was charged with felony B&E. He has been arrested and charged in three prior cases of auto theft in the Uptown area and has also been previously charged with Vehicle Theft and felony Breaking and Entering-Residence.

Uptown Cameras Help Police Catch Criminals

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department camera system is comprised of 18 cameras in the Uptown area. The cameras scan parking lots and sidewalks targeting street crime and theft from autos. The cameras are also used to alert patrol officers to aggressive panhandlers in the area. The cameras allow both Officers in patrol vehicles and bicycles to more easily address quality of life issues such as those crimes listed above. The cameras have been in use since late 2000 and have directly led to over 125 arrests since their use began.

Central Division Officers staffing the CMPD camera system observed two suspects, Robert Thorne and Tairmi Thorne, attempting to break into a vehicle in an Uptown parking lot. The suspects are brothers. Officers monitoring the incident called for patrol units and bike officers to respond to the scene where both suspects were placed under arrest for Attempted Larceny from Auto.

In the second incident, Officers observed three suspects riding bicycles through parking lots in the Uptown area. They were looking into cars parked in several surface lots. Officers observed one of the suspects smash the window out of the victims' car and get inside, while the other two suspects acted as lookouts. Central Officers moved in and arrested all three suspects on scene. The suspect who had entered the victims' car had already damaged the ignition in his attempt to steal the car.

Anthony Bost and Richard McIlwain were charged with B&E Auto, Attempted Larceny of Auto. A third suspect’s information is being withheld due to the fact that he is a juvenile.

March: CMPD's Safe Community Forums

Join CMPD and your neighbors for the CMPD Safe Community Forum Meetings. If you are concerned about crime in your neighborhood, it is worth your time! Following are the March Meetings:

March 1st
Providence Division: 6:30-8:30pm
Providence Baptist Church
4921 Randolph Rd.

March 6th
Eastway Division: 6:30-8:30pm
Eastland Mall
5433 Central Ave.

March 8th
Westover Division: 6:30-8:30pm
CPCC West Campus
3210 CPCC West Campus Dr.

March 13th
North Tryon Division: 6:30-8:30pm
Sugar Creek Presbyterian Church
101 W. Sugar Creek Rd.

March 15th
Central Division (Businesses): 2:00-4:00pm
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center
600 E. Fourth St.

March 15th
Central Division (Residents): 6:00-8:00pm
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center
600 E. Fourth St.

March 20th
Freedom Division: 6:30-8:30pm
West Service Center
4150 Wilkinson Blvd.

March 22nd
Metro Division: 6:30-8:30pm
Friendship Missionary Baptist Church
3400 Beatties Ford Rd.

March 29th
University City Division: 6:30-8:30pm
Back Creek Church Road Presbyterian Church
1821 Back Creek Church Road

Weekend Robberies in Charlotte

CMPD reported the following robberies that occurred over the weekend in Charlotte, NC.

The CMPD Patrol Divisions are shown on the map to the right. The division where the robbery occurred is shown at the end of each crime reported. This will give you a better idea of where the robberies are occurring.

Saturday:
● 6900 Democracy Dr. - A victim was robbed by a black male with a red coat that had fur around the hood. The robber had a knife but the victim was not hurt. (Hickory Grove )
● 143 Kingsford Dr. - A man was robbed by four black males. One of the suspects had a handgun and took his cellphone. (Steele Creek)
● 1408 W. Sugar Creek Road- A man was robbed at gunpoint by two black males. The victim was not injured. (North Tryon)
● 2101 Kirkwood Avenue- Two people were robbed by a man riding a bicycle who was armed with a knife. The victims received cuts to their face and were treated at CMC. Suspect: B/M, 45 yrs old, 5'8, 145lbs. (Providence)
● 7504 E. Independence Blvd.- A person was robbed by a man who pointed a weapon at him and demanded money. The suspect fled the scene in a black Audi towards Independence Blvd. (Independence)
● Spring Street- The victims in this case were robbed by two black males with handguns. The suspects took the victims money and jewelry. (Metro)
● 2001 Grier Ave - A woman was robbed by a black male at gunpoint. (Metro)

Sunday:
● 4135 Conway Avenue - A woman was robbed by two black males when she arrived home. One of the men was armed with a handgun. (Westover)
● 2900 Cedarwild Rd. - A man was robbed and assaulted by four black males. The suspects hit the victim in the face before taking his money and other personal items. (Independence)
● 200 W. Woodlawn Rd. - A Krispy Kreme store was robbed by an armed black male. The suspect entered the business and displayed a small black handgun. He took money from the register and left on foot towards Nations Crossing. No injuries. (Westover)
● 103 Stetson Dr. - A man was robbed at the Waffle House by two black males. One of the men was armed with a handgun. The suspects ran off on foot towards the University. No injuries. (University City)
● 7837 Nations Ford Rd. - Two black male suspects robbed a victim of cash while in the parking lot of the Circle K. The suspects indicated he had weapons but did not display them. The suspects fled the scene on foot. (Steele Creek)
● 8124 S. Tryon St. - The GNC store was robbed by a black male. He indicated he had a weapon but did not show it. The suspect fled the scene on foot. (Steele Creek)
● 1933 South Boulevard - Two people were sitting in a vehicle at the Tyber Creek Pub at Trolley's End when a man armed with a long gun robbed them. The suspect struck one victim with the butt oft he gun, causing minor injury. The white male suspect fled in an older model white four door Oldsmobile. The victims followed the suspect until the suspect shot at them. (Central)

* Additional crimes reported can be found @ the Charlotte Crime Blotter.

CMPD Safe Community Forums

Mark your calendars! Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police has scheduled a series of Safe Community Forums in coming weeks, to discuss the new district boundary lines and other changes. The meetings are open to the public and you are strongly urged to attend. You can find more info @ http://www.cmpd.org/.

• Feb. 8: North Division, 6:30-8:30 pm, Trinity United Methodist Church, 6230 Beatties Ford Rd.

• Feb. 20: Hickory Grove Division, 6:30-8:30 pm, Hickory Grove Baptist Church, 6050 Hickory Grove Rd.

• Feb. 22: Independence Division, 6:30-8:30 pm., Garr Memorial Church, 7700 Wallace Rd.

• Feb. 27: South Division, 6:30-8:30 pm, Forest Hill Church, 7224 Park Rd.

• March 1: Providence Division, 6:30-8:30 pm, Providence Baptist Church, 4921 Randolph Rd.

• March 6: Eastway Division, 6:30-8:30 pm, Eastland Mall, 5433 Central Ave.

• March 8: Westover Division, 6:30-8:30 pm, CPCC West campus, 3210 CPCC West Campus Dr.

• March 13: North Tryon Division, 6:30-8:30 pm, at a site to be announced.

• March 15: Central Division , 6:30-8:30 pm, Char-Meck Govt. Center, 600 E. Fourth St.

• March 20: Freedom Division, 6:30-8:30 pm, West Service Center, 4150 Wilkinson Blvd.

• March 22: Metro Division, 6:30-8:30 pm, Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 3400 Beatties Ford Rd.

• March 27: University City Division, 6:30-8:30 pm, Vance High School, 7600 IBM Dr.

Three Break-In Suspects Arrested

Officers and detectives throughout the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department have worked together to investigate a number of recent burglary cases that have occurred in the Myers Park, Dilworth, and Elizabeth communities.

Today, officers from the Providence and Central divisions along with Burglary Investigators arrested three people in connection with at least 11 of the burglaries committed since last December. In more than half of the cases, the suspects broke into the homes while the residents were sleeping.

At a press conference today, CMPD announced they secured warrants, located and arrested Rodney Dewayne Love, Demareo LilJames Whitley, and Dante Bernard Austin on charges of breaking and entering, larceny and burglary. Each of the three suspects has prior arrests ranging from larceny, break-ins, to armed robbery.

Police say the burglaries occurred on Templeton Ave, Princeton Ave, Asheville Place and Sterling Rd. Officers said they were able to recover some of the items the men stole during the break-ins.

During the press conference, police said these cases were solved with the help of citizens calling 911 to report suspicious persons in the area. Police said these encounters helped them place the suspects in the area and added to the evidence against them. Eleven cases are solved and three people are in jail thanks to vigilant Charlotte citizens!

* CMPD Media Release
* CMPD Press Conference