Gastonia Police
Coverage of Gastonia Police in the Nexus archive.
- Gastonia police arrest domestic violence suspect after mile-long K-9 track
Gastonia police arrested Brandon Petersen, a domestic violence suspect, after K-9 Bo and his handler, Sgt. Rowland, tracked him for over a mile through challenging conditions. The incident began at Pineview Lane Apartments and ended at a nearby shopping center, with the victim receiving hospital treatment. Officers and the K-9 team were commended for their work.
- Man lied to police about how he was shot, Gastonia couple charged in attempted burglary
A Gastonia couple, Cedric Ford and Sanja Stallings, falsely reported being victims of a drive-by shooting after Ford was actually shot during an attempted burglary at a home. The homeowner, Donald Bolynn, fired a single shot at Ford following a break-in attempt, leading to Ford and Stallings being charged with first-degree burglary.
- Homeowner who shot attempted burglar in chest won’t face charges, Gastonia police say
A Gaston County homeowner shot a 57-year-old man attempting to break into his home, resulting in the suspect's hospitalization and subsequent charges. The homeowner, who reported multiple prior burglaries linked to the suspect and his girlfriend, will not face charges for the shooting.
- Gunshot detectors solve falsely reported shooting in Gastonia
Gastonia Police used gunshot detection receivers to address a falsely reported shooting. The city employs 158 such devices as part of the Flock Camera initiative.
- Police, fire department respond to fire at Gastonia Dollar Tree
Police and firefighters in Gastonia responded to a fire at a Dollar Tree store near East Hudson Boulevard on Sunday afternoon. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.
- Non-verbal toddler wandering alone in Gastonia nearly hit by vehicle; police search for family
A non-verbal toddler was found wandering alone in the road in Gastonia and nearly struck by a vehicle. Police are seeking public assistance to identify the child and locate their family.
- Gastonia Police seek witnesses in fatal hit-and-run crash
Gastonia Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash that killed 46-year-old Christopher McAllister on June 9 at the intersection of West Walnut Avenue and North Ransom Street. The suspect vehicle, a gray or dark SUV possibly a Jeep Compass or Cherokee, may have sustained front-end damage. Investigators are reviewing surveillance footage and urging the public to provide information.
- Information, suspect wanted after moped rider killed in Gastonia hit-and-run
A moped rider was killed in a hit-and-run incident in Gastonia. The Gastonia Police are asking the public for help in locating additional witnesses to the crash.