Charlotte, North Carolina, January 24, 2026
A shooting at an apartment complex in East Charlotte on January 22 left a 25-year-old man seriously injured with life-threatening injuries. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department responded quickly but have yet to identify any suspects. An investigation is ongoing as authorities encourage anyone with information to come forward. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges of public safety in a rapidly growing city, even as overall crime rates have shown recent decreases.
Charlotte, North Carolina
One Person Seriously Injured in East Charlotte Shooting
A shooting at an east Charlotte apartment complex on Thursday night, January 22, 2026, left one person with life-threatening injuries. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) officers responded to reports of the incident on Perth Court around 9:30 p.m.. Upon arrival, authorities located a 25-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was promptly transported to a local hospital where he remains in critical condition. No suspects have been identified, and no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting at this time.
Investigation Underway in Perth Court Incident
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has initiated an investigation into the shooting that occurred late Thursday evening. Detectives are actively working to piece together the circumstances leading to the incident and identify those responsible. The shooting took place within an apartment complex on Perth Court, prompting a significant police presence in the area.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to this shooting to come forward. The public can contact Charlotte Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to assist law enforcement in their ongoing efforts to apprehend a suspect. The police have not yet released any details regarding a potential motive for the shooting.
Charlotte’s Expanding Landscape and Public Safety Efforts
This recent incident occurs in a city that has experienced considerable growth and ongoing efforts to enhance public safety. Charlotte continues to be one of the fastest-growing major cities in the United States throughout the 2020s. The Charlotte metropolitan area, which is part of an 18-county combined statistical area, had an estimated population of 3.47 million as of 2024. The city itself is growing at an annual rate of 2.55%, with its population increasing by 7.83% since the 2020 census, which recorded 874,948 residents. The median age in Charlotte is 34.4 years.
Regarding crime, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department reported significant reductions in overall crime and violent crime in 2025. Overall crime decreased by 9% in 2025, and violent crime saw a 21% decrease compared to the previous year. Homicides specifically decreased by 13% in 2025, with a case clearance rate of 79%. Additionally, robberies decreased by 24%, and aggravated assaults saw a 20% reduction in 2025 compared to 2024. Despite these reported reductions, recent analytics suggest Charlotte’s crime rate still ranks it safer than only 3% of U.S. cities, with a total crime index of 45.99 incidents per 1,000 residents. Violent crimes occur at a rate of 7.46 incidents per 1,000 residents, meaning a 1 in 134 chance of victimization, while property crimes are more prevalent at 38.53 per 1,000 residents. These statistics underscore the ongoing need for vigilance and community cooperation in maintaining safety across the rapidly developing city.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened in East Charlotte?
- One person was seriously injured in a shooting at an apartment complex on Perth Court in east Charlotte on Thursday night, January 22, 2026.
- When did the shooting occur?
- The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department responded to the shooting around 9:30 p.m. on January 22, 2026.
- Who was the victim?
- A 25-year-old man was found suffering from a gunshot wound and was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
- Have there been any arrests?
- No suspects have been identified and no arrests have been announced in connection with this shooting.
- How can the public provide information?
- Anyone with information about the incident is urged to call Charlotte Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.
- What is Charlotte’s recent crime trend?
- The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department reported a 9% decrease in overall crime and a 21% decrease in violent crime in 2025. Homicides decreased by 13% in 2025, and robberies by 24%.
Key Features of the East Charlotte Shooting Incident
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | East Charlotte, Perth Court apartment complex |
| Date | Thursday, January 22, 2026 |
| Time of Police Response | Approximately 9:30 p.m. |
| Victim Information | 25-year-old man, suffered a gunshot wound, life-threatening injuries |
| Suspect Status | No suspects identified, no arrests made |
| Investigation Status | Active and ongoing by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department |
| Public Assistance | Urged to contact Charlotte Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600 |
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