Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Homicide Detectives are investigating the shooting death of a male at 521 Apt. 1, Alpha Street. The victim's next of kin has not been notified; once notification has been made, his name will be released.
Providence Division officers responded to the victim's apartment in reference to a shots fired call at 10:09 p.m., on Sunday, October 27, 2008. Upon arrival, officers located the victim suffering from at least one gun shot wound. The victim was pronounced deceased on scene shortly before 10:30 p.m.
Homicide Detectives with the aid of Providence Division Officers have been canvassing the surrounding neighborhood and have determined that this is a domestic violence related shooting. There is no reason to believe that this is a random act of violence. Homicide Detectives have identified a suspect. Once warrants are signed his name will be released. The male suspect is believed to have fled the scene in a 1990's model burgundy Cadillac sedan.
Crime Scene Search is currently on scene collecting physical evidence.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 704-432-TIPS and speak directly to the lead Homicide Unit Detective. Detective McFadden is the lead detective assigned to this case. In addition, the public may call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.
