Gastonia Police Department
Coverage of Gastonia Police Department in the Nexus archive.
- Investigation underway following shooting in Gastonia
Detectives with the Gastonia Police Department are investigating a shooting that occurred Tuesday at Greenview Meadows Apartments. One person is in custody, and no further details have been released. The situation is still developing.
- Gastonia neighborhood loses key resource after intentional fire destroys Dollar Tree
An intentional fire destroyed a Dollar Tree store in Gastonia, confirmed by the Gastonia Fire Marshal. The store, described as a vital neighborhood resource, was damaged during a weekend of reported chaos and fireworks-related incidents. A suspect described as shirtless with dreads was seen fleeing the scene, and investigators are exploring connections to nearby fireworks disputes.
- Man charged in reported assault involving pepper spray at Gastonia post office: Police
A man was charged following an investigation at a U.S. Post Office in Gastonia, N.C., where police responded to multiple 911 calls around 1:37 p.m. on June 29. The incident involved pepper spray, according to the Gastonia Police Department.
- Boy nearly struck by vehicle in Gastonia
A 3- to 4-year-old boy was found on Belfast Drive in Gastonia after nearly being struck by a vehicle. Police located his parents but the Department of Social Services took custody, and authorities are seeking the public's help to identify the family.
- Huntersville Police Department launches civilian crash investigation team
Huntersville Police Department has launched a civilian crash investigation team to handle minor injury crashes, parking enforcement, and traffic control. This initiative aims to free officers for higher-priority calls. Similar programs were recently started by Charlotte-Mecklenburg, Gastonia, and Mooresville Police Departments.
- Gastonia police, firefighters to face off in ‘Battle of the Badges’ baseball game for a good cause
Gastonia police and firefighters are competing in a charity softball game called the 'Battle of the Badges' on June 12 to support the Special Olympics of Gaston County. The event includes a wiffle ball game by Special Olympics athletes, food trucks, and K-9 demonstrations. The game is free to attend at Sims Legion Park.
- Video shows undercover cops shooting man threatening shoppers with fake gun in ‘justified’ defense: officials
Two undercover police officers in North Carolina will not face charges after shooting a man who threatened shoppers with a fake gun. The suspect, Derrick Manigault, was killed in the incident at Jakobs Food Mart in Gastonia. The use of force was deemed legally justified by the Gaston County District Attorney.