East Charlotte, December 18, 2025
A shooting in east Charlotte has left one person with life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred on Lawyers Road near Albemarle Road, prompting emergency services to respond. Authorities are currently investigating the situation, and no suspects have been identified. This shooting adds to a concerning trend of violence in the area, with multiple incidents reported recently. The local community remains on edge as law enforcement works to address these troubling events.
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Breaking News: One Person Seriously Injured in East Charlotte Shooting
A shooting incident in east Charlotte on Wednesday left one individual with life-threatening injuries. The event occurred on Lawyers Road near Albemarle Road, prompting an immediate response from emergency services. Authorities have not yet released details regarding the circumstances that led to the shooting, nor have any suspects been publicly identified or arrests made. Law enforcement continues to investigate this latest act of violence in the city.
Incident Details
The shooting took place on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, in a residential area of east Charlotte. Emergency medical personnel, known as Medic, transported the injured person to a local hospital. The condition of the victim was reported as life-threatening. The specific motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and officials have not provided information on potential suspects or arrests at this time. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) has yet to release further details as their investigation is ongoing.
Recent Spate of Violence Across Charlotte
This incident marks another in a series of violent events that have occurred across Charlotte in recent days. Local law enforcement agencies have been actively responding to and investigating multiple shootings throughout the city, reflecting a broader concern for public safety.
Deadly Shooting in North Charlotte
Just yesterday, a deadly shooting occurred at a strip mall in north Charlotte. On Wednesday afternoon, one person was fatally shot at a location known for community gatherings. Medic confirmed the death shortly after 1:30 PM. The incident took place outside a barbershop along Trinity Road near Beatties Ford Road. Community activists expressed sorrow over the violence, noting that such incidents are not typical for the area. The investigation into this homicide is ongoing.
Arrest Made in South Charlotte Nightclub Shooting
In another development, authorities have taken a man into custody following a shooting at a south Charlotte nightclub earlier this week. On Monday, December 15, 2025, Rylee Koenders, 20, was arrested and is facing two counts of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill. The shooting occurred at Club Onyx on Old Pineville Road. Court documents indicate that Koenders allegedly refused to leave the club after closing, retrieved a rifle from his vehicle, and pointed it at a security guard. During the confrontation, the security guard reportedly fired at Koenders, inadvertently striking another individual who was with him. The injured person is expected to recover. Police have stated that the security guard acted in self-defense. Club Onyx has a history of police calls, including a previous parking lot shooting in September.
Homicide Investigation Near East Charlotte Daycare
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are also investigating a deadly shooting that occurred early Monday morning, December 15, 2025, in east Charlotte. Officers responded around 3 AM to reports of an assault with a deadly weapon in the 2300 block of North Sharon Amity Road, near East Independence Boulevard. Upon arrival, a man suffering from gunshot wounds was discovered. The victim, identified as 44-year-old Albert Lowery, was transported to a local hospital where he later died from his injuries. The shooting happened outside Tender Hearts Child Care, Inc. While no bullets struck the daycare facility and investigators believe it was an isolated incident, residents in the quiet neighborhood expressed concern and unease over the violence and the suspect remaining at large. CMPD continues to search for a suspect in this homicide.
Road Rage Shooting Conviction
Adding to the recent legal outcomes regarding violent incidents, a Charlotte man was sentenced to prison for a road rage shooting that took place in October 2023. Jacob Zazeski, 26, was convicted on December 5, 2025, of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill inflicting serious injury, and injury to personal property, following a trial in Mecklenburg County Superior Court. Zazeski received a sentence of 67 to 93 months in North Carolina prison. The incident occurred on North Sharon Amity Road near Milton Road. Prosecutors stated that Zazeski, driving recklessly and late for work, stopped his vehicle abruptly in front of another driver. When the victim exited his vehicle with hands raised, Zazeski fired nine shots, hitting the victim three times and lodging a bullet in his car door. The victim required months of physical therapy for his injuries. Zazeski has appealed the verdict.
Body Discovered with Gunshot Wound
Furthermore, on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, authorities discovered a body with an apparent gunshot wound in the 9100 block of Trinity Road, a residential neighborhood east of Beatties Ford Road, near Hornets Nest Park. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding this discovery.
Community Impact and Law Enforcement Response
The recent surge in violent incidents across Charlotte has left many residents concerned about public safety. Law enforcement agencies are urging community members with any information regarding these events to come forward to assist in ongoing investigations. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department continues to deploy resources to address the rising number of violent crimes and ensure the safety of its citizens.
Key Incidents in Charlotte
| Incident | Date | Location | Outcome | Current Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Charlotte Shooting | December 17, 2025 | Lawyers Road near Albemarle Road (East Charlotte) | 1 person with life-threatening injuries | Under investigation; no arrests reported |
| North Charlotte Strip Mall Homicide | December 17, 2025 | Strip mall near Trinity Road and Beatties Ford Road (North Charlotte) | 1 person killed | Under investigation |
| South Charlotte Nightclub Shooting | December 16, 2025 | Club Onyx on Old Pineville Road (South Charlotte) | 1 person injured; security guard acted in self-defense | 1 arrest (Rylee Koenders) facing two counts of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill |
| East Charlotte Daycare Homicide | December 15, 2025 | 2300 block of North Sharon Amity Road, near Tender Hearts Child Care, Inc. (East Charlotte) | Albert Lowery, 44, killed | Under investigation; suspect at large |
| Body Found with Gunshot Wound | December 17, 2025 | 9100 block of Trinity Road (East of Beatties Ford Road) | 1 body discovered with gunshot wound | Under investigation |
| Northeast Charlotte Road Rage Shooting | (Shooting: October 2023) Conviction: December 5, 2025 | North Sharon Amity Road near Milton Road (Northeast Charlotte) | 1 person injured | Jacob Zazeski convicted and sentenced to 67 to 93 months in prison |
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