Department of Juvenile Justice
Coverage of Department of Juvenile Justice in the Nexus archive.
- Teen accused of starting Gaston County Dollar Tree fire that caused $1M in damage
A 14-year-old boy is accused of intentionally starting a fire at a Gastonia, N.C., Dollar Tree store on July 5, causing $1 million in damage. No injuries were reported, but the fire led to a highway closure. Police have released surveillance photos and are offering a cash reward for information.
- Police identify teen suspect in Gastonia Dollar Tree arson
A 14-year-old boy has been identified as the suspect in a July 5 arson at a Dollar Tree store in Gastonia, causing $1 million in damages and destroying the building. No injuries were reported, and the case will be handled by the Gaston County District Attorney’s Office and the Department of Juvenile Justice.
- 15-year-old charged for alleged involvement in triple shooting in Uptown Charlotte, police say
A 15-year-old was charged with assault with a deadly weapon, possession of a handgun by a minor, and discharging a firearm following a triple shooting in Uptown Charlotte. Three people, including two teenagers and a 24-year-old woman, were injured in the incident.