Charlotte-Mecklenburg police opened a homicide investigation Saturday after discovering a shooting victim dead inside a residence on Hickory Grove Road.
Detectives secured the scene for ballistics work and canvassed neighbors for surveillance footage that might show suspects or vehicles fleeing the area.
Authorities have not publicly identified the victim pending notification of next of kin, a standard procedure in North Carolina homicide cases.
The Hickory Grove corridor has seen periodic violent crime spikes, prompting community forums on lighting and camera partnerships with local businesses.
Investigators asked anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers, emphasizing that even partial license plate digits could advance the case.
CMPD’s homicide unit will coordinate with county prosecutors once autopsy results clarify the manner and timing of death.
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https://www.charlottenc.gov/cmpd/News-Information/Newsroom/Homicide-Investigation-in-the-Hickory-Grove-6142026