Award Winning Journalist | Crime Reporter @SpecNews1CLT| Story idea? Email me: [email protected] #VFL
Charlotte, NC
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BREAKING: A judge decided to move DeCarlos Brown Jr’s hearing to 180 days from now after representation said he was incapable to proceed and is currently in federal custody.
He’s accused of stabbing and killing Iryna Zarutska on Charlotte’s light rail.
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BREAKING: Another CMPD officer has resigned following the allegations of a racist text thread. That means just one remains up for termination.
I was told that CMPD just got the notification today.
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BREAKING: Charlotte-Mecklenburg police have released the names of officers connected to allegations involving racially charged text messages.
charlottenc.gov/cmpd/News-In…
Just moments ago… Durham Firefighter Brokes’ body was carried with a flag riding above a fire truck. Fellow first responders stood alongside his casket.
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Durham’s fire chief is sharing the memory of Andrew Brokes ahead of his funeral today.
He died while on duty last week, when part of a roof collapsed as he tried to rescue people from a fire.
We have team coverage of Brokes funeral service, and procession.
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🚨 HAPPENING NOW: NAACP CALLS FOR ACTION
Charlotte NAACP President Rev. Corine Mack & others are demanding accountability following allegations of racist text messages involving six CMPD officers.
The allegations have sparked outrage and raised serious questions about racism.
Switched things up a little this weekend! 📺 Always grateful for the opportunity to sit behind the anchor desk. Thanks for tuning in! 🫶🏻
See you on air next week!
Our meteorologist are tracking the latest.
Tune in to @SpecNews1CLT @SpecNews1RDU @SpecNews1ILM for updates.
Very dangerous situation for the Chinquapin and Beulaville area. Considerable damage possible with the confirmed tornado on the ground.
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Filling in on the anchor desk this weekend! 📺😊
We’re covering….
➡️ Isaias and its impact on NC ⛈️
➡️NASCAR and the races ahead / honoring Kyle Busch 🏁
➡️ The death of a firefighter who was killed in the line of duty

Tune in tonight on @SpecNews1CLT
HONORING KYLE BUSCH 🏁
An emotional unveiling at the NASCAR Hall of Fame as Kyle Busch’s wife, Samantha, and their two children fought back tears while honoring his legacy.
A special race car, countless memories and a tribute on display for a limited time.
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Today I sat down with @cmpdchief Estella Patterson to discuss a new teen curfew pilot program.
She tells me why she hopes it’ll cut down on crime, the dangers of teen takeovers and why it was important for her to push for the curfew change.
Tonight on @SpecNews1CLT
UPDATE: 22 YO Terrance Jackson Jr. has been arrested for accessory after the fact in the death of 4 YO Caleb Flax.
Documents show Jackson Jr. allegedly helped in the sale of a stolen vehicle that was used during the shooting.
He's being held on a 2 million dollar secured bond
BREAKING: Charlotte city council voted to approve CMPD’s teen pilot curfew program which would change the current curfew to 10 pm for teens 17 and younger.
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HAPPENING NOW: Charlotte city council has begun their business meeting.
On tonight’s agenda… the teen curfew pilot program.
If it passes - 9 pm would be the new teen curfew for those under 18.
CMPD Chief Patterson will soon address council again about the curfew.
Major development in the April 29th shooting that killed 4 CMPD officers.
ARREST MADE IN THE ILLEGAL PURCHASE OF THE FIREARM TIED TO TERRY CLARK HUGHES, JR.
2024 shooting claimed the lives of 4 law enforcement officers
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – ATF and the U.S. Marshals Service today arrested Natasha Renee Gibbs, 42, in Dallas, TX. Gibbs was directly involved in purchasing a firearm for known felon Terry Clark Hughes Jr., the shooter that killed 4 law enforcement officers in Charlotte on April 29, 2024.
Read full release here: charlottenc.gov/cmpd/News-In…
HAPPENING NOW: @MeckSheriff is hosting a press conference alongside Caleb Flax’s family & members of the Muslim community.
The 4 YO was killed days ago in his home during a drive by shooting.
More on the press conference @ 5.
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