Iredell County

An Iredell County man was arrested on four misdemeanor counts for allegedly violating a domestic violence protective order. The arrest was reported by the sheriff's office.

A 19-year-old girl died after being allegedly shot by her boyfriend inside a car on I-77 in Iredell County. The 23-year-old suspect, J’Kobe Tre’shon Ramseur, was charged with first-degree murder and reportedly discussed a murder-suicide pact via text before the incident.

Over 29,000 Duke Energy customers in the Carolinas lost power following Tuesday's storms, with nearly 7,000 outages reported in Iredell County, particularly around Mooresville, and significant disruptions in Mecklenburg County.

Tree debris blocked traffic on I-77 in Iredell County, Mooresville, causing a significant backup on Tuesday evening amid storms. Over 28,000 Duke Energy customers lost power in the Carolinas, with several thousand outages reported in Asheville and Mooresville.

A 23-year-old Hickory man was charged with attempted murder after allegedly shooting his 19-year-old girlfriend inside a car on I-77 in Iredell County. Both were hospitalized in critical condition following the incident, which police confirmed was not a drive-by or road rage but a domestic-related shooting. Text messages indicated the suspect discussed a murder-suicide pact before the incident.

A tactical drone was used to guide an escaped Angus bull to safety after it fell into a kudzu-choked ravine near I-40 in Iredell County. The drone allowed responders to assess the bull's condition and direct it to stable ground without risking human or animal safety.

A church leader in Iredell County is accused of stealing nearly $10,000 from a cemetery fund. The Iredell County Sheriff’s Department reported that discrepancies were found in the fund, with multiple checks written to Jamie Shore, who used $9,700 for personal expenses. Shore faces four counts of felony embezzlement.

Jamie Shore, 58, of Cleveland, is accused of embezzling $9,700 from a church's cemetery fund in Iredell County, leading to four felony charges and her arrest on July 27 with a $10,000 secured bond.

A woman from Iredell County is facing felony embezzlement charges after allegedly stealing nearly $10,000 from a church's cemetery fund.

Police are investigating a shooting on I-77 in Iredell County that injured two people in a crashed black Kia. Authorities are considering road rage as a possible motive and examining reports involving a red truck. The female victim was airlifted to a hospital in critical condition.

A top UNC football executive is on paid administrative leave. Two individuals were found shot in a crashed car on I-77 in Iredell County. The Lake Norman Little League 12U All-Star team will compete for a World Series berth after winning a state title.

Crews in Iredell County used a drone to rescue a bull that fell into a kudzu-covered ravine. The bull had escaped from a trailer near Statesville and was nudged out of the vines by drone operators before being taken to a vet for injury assessment.

Two people were shot and a car crashed on I-77 in Iredell County, North Carolina. A female was airlifted to a hospital in critical condition, while the male's condition remains unclear. The shooting appeared to originate from another vehicle, and no arrests have been announced.

Heavy rainfall in Iredell County caused flooding and road closures, but provided significant relief to North Carolina's long-term drought, though experts note more precipitation is needed to fully reverse the deficit.

Flood advisories were active in several North Carolina counties in the Charlotte region on July 23 due to heavy rainfall, with potential for significant flooding if additional rain fell. The National Weather Service issued advisories and flood watches for multiple counties, including Mecklenburg and Union, with some areas already receiving up to 3 inches of rain.

A 77-year-old man died and a 23-year-old woman was injured in a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of NC 152 and Brumley Road in Mooresville, North Carolina. The crash occurred in Iredell County.

A 77-year-old Mooresville man, William M. Sedberry, died after a two-vehicle crash at NC 152 and Brumley Road in Iredell County. The collision occurred when a Toyota Scion failed to yield to an Acura, and investigators suspect a medical condition may have contributed. The Acura driver sustained minor injuries.

A flood watch was issued for multiple counties in the Charlotte region starting July 22, with heavy rains expected through Thursday evening. Counties under the watch include Anson, Ashe, Avery, Burke, Cabarrus, Caldwell, Cleveland, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Richmond, Rowan, and Stanly. The watch will expire Thursday evening for most areas but remain through Friday morning for Anson, Richmond, and Stanly counties.

A rental jet ski collision on Lake Norman in Iredell County, N.C., resulted in one person being hospitalized with a broken leg and severe laceration. Deputies responded to the crash, stabilized the injury, and transported the victim to a hospital. Officials emphasized the risks of impaired or careless watercraft operation.

An Iredell County man is in custody after allegedly breaking into a woman's home to commit another domestic violence assault and cutting off his ankle monitor. Authorities confirmed the incident involved violent criminal behavior.

On July 18, 2026, the Charlotte region experienced dangerous heat and severe storms, prompting active and expired weather alerts including thunderstorm warnings and heat advisories for multiple counties. High temperatures led to 40 heat-related illness cases near Bank of America Stadium during concerts.

Sue Rowley of Mooresville won $150,000 through the Tumbling Treasures digital instant game, and Ray White won $200,000 with a 5 Times Lucky scratch-off ticket in Iredell County. Both claimed their prizes on July 13, after taxes reduced their winnings to $108,023 and $144,021, respectively.

Severe thunderstorms with wind gusts up to 60 mph and hail were moving through multiple counties in the Carolinas on July 10, 2026, prompting weather alerts. Interactive radar tools and safety guidelines from Duke Energy were provided to track storms and avoid hazards like downed power lines.

Iredell County deputies are using the annual multi-week Teen Academy program to teach teens how to handle everyday issues and build relationships with law enforcement in an effort to reduce youth crime rates.

A six-month undercover drug operation by the Iredell County Sheriff's Office, in partnership with the North Carolina State Bureau, led to multiple charges and the seizure of $60,000 worth of cocaine. The investigation targeted repeat and career criminals and was prompted by community member tips.

A six-month undercover investigation in Iredell County led to felony charges against 10 individuals for cocaine trafficking and conspiracy. The operation, conducted by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation, removed an estimated $60,000 worth of drugs from the area, with further arrests anticipated.

Three people were shot during a large 4th of July weekend gathering in Iredell County, near West Front Street in Statesville. The incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. on July 5, with all three victims expected to survive. Authorities are investigating, and no arrests have been made as of Sunday.

Heat advisories were issued for nearly all Charlotte-region counties, effective at noon on Thursday, July 2, until 8 p.m. Weather officials warn of heat index values reaching 105-108°F, risking heat-related illnesses.

Joseph Ricky White was arrested during a traffic stop in Iredell County after deputies discovered illegal narcotics and a handgun in his vehicle. He faces multiple charges, including felony possession of a firearm by a felon, driving with a revoked license, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Firefighters in Iredell County, N.C., responded to a major tractor-trailer fire on I-77 North near the Yadkin County line early Wednesday, causing a portion of the highway to shut down. The fire was reported around 3:48 a.m. near mile marker 68.

Matthew Erich acquired a 270-acre site on the border of Rowan and Iredell counties for $11.6 million to develop Race City Motorpark + Social Club. The land was sold by Dale Earnhardt Inc. and the Mooresville Motorsports Complex after a six-year acquisition effort. Erich plans to file development proposals with Rowan County.

David Kyle Tucker was arrested and charged with nine counts of felony identity theft and nine counts of felony obtaining property by false pretense after using a fraudulently obtained credit card to make unauthorized purchases at seven businesses in Iredell County.

A black bear was spotted in a Gastonia, N.C. neighborhood on June 16, stealing food from a birdfeeder. The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission attributed the sighting to juvenile bears seeking territory and urban expansion, advising residents to follow BearWise guidelines to avoid conflicts.

Two men were arrested in Iredell County for a series of break-ins. A homeowner on Blackwelder Road reported witnessing the suspects stealing tools from his shed, with one threatening him using a knife. Detectives linked Donald Lawson and Jesse Anderson to the incident and other break-ins since April.