Six CMPD officers face firing amid alleged racist text messages

A local news story from North Carolina, reported by WCNC Charlotte.

Local News · North Carolina · October 12, 2026

From WCNC Charlotte

CMPD recommended firing six officers last week pending Civil Service Board hearings. Sources say the action follows an internal investigation into racist texts.

Reported by WCNC Charlotte, October 12, 2026. Read the full story at WCNC Charlotte →

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