Homicide Investigation in the Independence Division

Published on March 29, 2024

Homicide Investigation in the Independence Division

Charlotte, N.C. – (Thursday, March 28, 2024) – Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s Homicide Unit are conducting a homicide investigation at the 7400 block of Blythwood Lane in the Independence Division.

On Thursday, March 28 shortly after 10:30 p.m., officers responded to an assault with a deadly weapon with injuries call for service in the 7400 block of Blythwood Lane.  Officers pronounced the victim deceased on scene.

Homicide Unit detectives responded to the scene to conduct an investigation, and Crime Scene Search responded to process the scene and collect physical evidence. Representatives from CMPD’s Operations Command, Victim Services, CFD and Medic also assisted.

The investigation into this case is active and ongoing. As additional information develops, it will be released by the CMPD’s Public Affairs Office. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 704-432-TIPS and speak directly to a Homicide Unit detective. Detective Barnett is the lead detective assigned to this case.  The public can also leave information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600 or http://charlottecrimestoppers.com/.  For additional information about this case, please refer to the report: 20240328-2246-01.

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