Case Update: Homicide Investigation in the University City Division

Published on December 30, 2024

Charlotte, N.C. – (Monday, December 30, 2024) – The victim in this case has been identified as Wonah Abu-Baby Konte Jr., 35. The victim’s next of kin has been notified of his death.

The investigation into this case is active and ongoing. As additional information develops, it will be released by the CMPD’s Public Affairs Division. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 704-432-TIPS and speak directly to a Homicide Unit detective. Detective Moore 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: 20241229-2249-00.

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Charlotte, N.C. – (Monday, December 30, 2024) – Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s Homicide Unit are conducting a homicide investigation in the 7800 block of University City Boulevard in the University City Division.

On Sunday, December 29, shortly before 11:00 p.m., officers responded to an assault with a deadly weapon call for service in the 7800 block of University City Boulevard. Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim with a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to Atrium Main and pronounced deceased. Two additional subjects are being treated at Atrium Health University for gunshot wounds.

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, and MEDIC also responded.

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