Charlotte Officer Dies from Apparent Suicide On Duty

An officer was on break off in the area when his “e-button” was hit, according to dispatch radio traffic. Police found his body at a historic Presbyterian Church Cemetery.

July 1, 2024

A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police officer was found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound on Monday, in an area south of the airport.

CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings called it a “very sad” day for his department at a press conference. He stressed the importance of talking about mental health. He asked for respect for the officer’s family, the Charlotte Observer reports.

An officer was on break off in the area when his “e-button” was hit, according to dispatch radio traffic. Police found his body at a historic Presbyterian Church Cemetery, according to the radio communication,/

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