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Reports of Two Mint Hill Officers Shot Near Publix as Suspect Reported Dead

Authorities have not confirmed the reports, leaving the officers’ conditions unknown.

Overview

  • Local alerts and witness posts described a heavy police presence along MatthewsMint Hill Road/Highway 51 near a Publix in Mecklenburg County.
  • WBTV reporter Brett Jensen cited sources saying two Mint Hill police officers were shot and taken to Atrium Health CMC Main in Charlotte.
  • The suspect was reported dead by local media and alerts, though officials have not released an identity or a timeline of events.
  • Witness accounts referenced possible gunfire, road closures, and a multi-agency response involving Mint Hill, Matthews, and Charlotte police.
  • North Carolina lawmaker Tricia Cotham said she was monitoring the situation and asked for prayers for Mint Hill police.