MEDIC
Coverage of MEDIC in the Nexus archive.
- 1 seriously hurt in south Charlotte shooting
A shooting in south Charlotte on Monday evening left one person seriously injured near South Tryon and West Arrowood Road. A car at a Jimmy John’s location was blocked off with crime scene tape, and police are investigating. Channel 9 is seeking further details from authorities.
- 1 hurt after shooting in southwest Charlotte
One person was injured in a shooting in southwest Charlotte on Sunday afternoon. MEDIC responded to the 600 block of Knight Court and transported the individual to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. The cause of the shooting remains unclear.
- Heat safety warnings issued ahead of Usher and Chris Brown concert at BOA Stadium
MEDIC responded to 40 heat-related calls at Bank of America Stadium during a Usher and Chris Brown concert on Friday. Authorities warn of potential heat-related issues for the second concert on Saturday and advise attendees to stay hydrated and avoid alcohol.
- MEDIC responds to dozens of heat-related calls at Uptown concert
MEDIC responded to 26 heat-related calls in Charlotte, with 20 incidents at Bank of America Stadium during the first night of 'The R&B Tour' featuring Usher and Chris Brown. The event occurred under a Code Orange air quality alert, complicating conditions for individuals with respiratory issues. MEDIC reported 11 additional heat-related calls at the stadium by 1 p.m. the following day.
- 3 injured, road closed after crash in Myers Park
Three people were injured in a crash on Runnymede Lane in Charlotte's Myers Park neighborhood, resulting in a road closure. One person sustained minor injuries while two had serious, life-threatening injuries. The cause of the crash remains unclear, and the road between Michael Baker Place and Barclay Downs Drive was shut down.
- Fans prepare for dangerous heat ahead of Uptown concert
Thousands of fans are attending 'The R&B Tour' featuring Usher and Chris Brown at Bank of America Stadium amid extreme heat and a Code Orange air quality alert. MEDIC is advising attendees to prepare for the weather, with on-site medical units and safety recommendations provided to mitigate health risks.
- Large emergency response in SW Charlotte where person has life-threatening injuries: Medic
A person sustained life-threatening injuries in an incident that prompted a large emergency response in southwest Charlotte on July 16. Multiple Charlotte Fire crews, Medic, and police responded to an entrapment call at the intersection of Westinghouse Boulevard and Pioneer Avenue around 7:15 p.m.
- Homicide under investigation in east Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a homicide in east Charlotte on the 1400 block of Eastcrest Drive. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene, but no further details have been released.
- 1 seriously hurt in northwest Charlotte shooting
One person was seriously injured in a shooting in northwest Charlotte on Tuesday morning. The incident occurred around 2 a.m. on Lewiston Avenue, with emergency responders reporting life-threatening injuries. The custody status of the shooter is currently unknown.
- Person seriously injured after being electrocuted in south Charlotte, Medic says
A person was seriously injured after being electrocuted in south Charlotte near Ballantyne Commons Parkway on July 12. The individual was hospitalized with serious injuries, and the exact cause of the electrocution remains unclear. Several power lines were knocked down in the Charlotte region due to severe storms on July 10.
- Police investigating homicide in southeast Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a homicide at the Wallace Woods apartment complex in southeast Charlotte after a reported shooting. One person was found dead, and two others were injured but not shot. Police have not identified a suspect.
- Pedestrian critically injured in east Charlotte crash: Medic
A pedestrian was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle in the 6300 block of Albemarle Road in east Charlotte. The incident occurred shortly before 5 p.m., and the individual was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. Police have not disclosed further details.
- Pedestrian struck, seriously hurt by vehicle in east Charlotte, MEDIC says
A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in east Charlotte on Saturday afternoon, resulting in life-threatening injuries. MEDIC responded to a call on Albemarle Road around 5 p.m. and transported the injured individual to a nearby hospital. No further details have been released as the story is still developing.
- Two injured in north Charlotte shooting: Medic
Two people were injured in a shooting in north Charlotte and transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
- 2 hospitalized following north Charlotte shooting
Two people were hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after a shooting occurred around 7:50 p.m. on North Tryon Street near Matheson Avenue in north Charlotte. The incident is under investigation, and no further details have been released.
- MEDIC: Person hit by train in South End
A person was injured after being struck by a train near Tremont Avenue and Camden Road in South End. MEDIC and police responded, treating the individual for minor injuries and transporting them to a hospital. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
- Person seriously hurt after tree falls on mobile home in Huntersville
A person was seriously injured after a large tree fell on a mobile home in Huntersville, trapping them under the tree. Firefighters worked for over 45 minutes to extricate the individual, who was then transported to a hospital with life-threatening injuries.
- Police investigating shooting outside of Charlotte banquet hall
A shooting occurred early Tuesday morning outside the S&D Banquet Hall in Charlotte's University City area, resulting in one fatality. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department confirmed the victim was shot around 1 a.m., transported to the hospital by MEDIC, and later died. Officials are investigating but have not identified the victim or disclosed the incident's cause.
- Hundreds in Mint Hill left without power after car crashes into pole
Hundreds of people in Mint Hill were left without power after a car crashed into a power pole early Monday morning at Highway 51 and Truelight Church Road. The incident affected 343 households, with one person treated for minor injuries and the road partially closed until 6:30 a.m.
- 12-year-old among 28 arrested in Uptown law enforcement operation
28 people, including a 12-year-old, were arrested during a law enforcement operation in Uptown Charlotte to ensure safety during the America 250 celebration. The arrests included nine adults and 19 juveniles, with charges ranging from curfew violations to possession of pyrotechnics. Eight parents were cited for contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
- 9 injured in crash with overturned car on WT Harris in University City: Medic
Nine people were injured in a crash involving an overturned car on East WT Harris Boulevard at North Tryon Street in University City around 3:40 p.m.
- Pedestrian killed in north Charlotte
A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a car near an intersection on Statesville Road in north Charlotte late Thursday. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating the incident, and the victim's identity has not been released. It remains unclear if the driver will face charges.
- 1 dead, 1 hurt in crash on Independence Boulevard near Uptown
A deadly crash occurred on Independence Boulevard near Uptown Charlotte, resulting in one death and one serious injury. Police are investigating the incident, which caused significant traffic backups on the ramp to Interstate 277.
- MEDIC: Person fatally hit by car in north Charlotte
A person died after being struck by a vehicle in north Charlotte Thursday night on Statesville Road near Lake Road. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating the incident, which occurred just after 9:30 p.m.
- Pedestrian killed at intersection in north Charlotte, police say
A pedestrian was killed Thursday night at the intersection of Statesville Road and Lake Road in north Charlotte. Police closed both directions of Statesville Road, but details about the vehicle or cause of the crash remain unclear.
- Charlotte heat wave driving up energy use, emergency calls
The extreme heat in Charlotte is straining the power grid and emergency responders. Duke Energy has introduced a voluntary Power Manager program to reduce energy demand, while MEDIC is handling a surge in heat-related emergency calls.
- Heat-related calls expected to rise this weekend
MEDIC anticipates an increase in heat-related emergency calls in Mecklenburg County this weekend. Paramedics are preparing to address the rising demand, as highlighted by Channel 9’s Evan Donovan. The article also references a comparison of heat exhaustion and heat stroke symptoms.
- 1 shot in north Charlotte
One person was shot at around 1:15 p.m. on Thursday along North Caldwell Street near East 12th Street in the Optimist Park neighborhood of north Charlotte. The victim was taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. No additional details have been released, and the story is still developing.
- Overturned vehicle causes major delays on I-485 near Pineville
An overturned vehicle caused major delays on the inner loop of I-485 near Pineville-Matthews Road before 9 a.m. Drivers are maneuvering around the wreck, and MEDIC is being consulted to check for injuries. The situation is ongoing with updates expected.
- Two hurt in west Charlotte shooting, MEDIC says
Two people were injured in a shooting in west Charlotte on Sunday morning. MEDIC responded to a call in the 900 block of Wabash Avenue around 9:30 a.m., finding two patients with life-threatening injuries who were transported to a local hospital.
- Overnight shooting in University City leaves 1 wounded
One person was shot early Saturday morning in University City near North Tryon Street and West W.T. Harris Boulevard. MEDIC transported the victim to Novant Presby, but their condition remains unknown. No additional details have been released.
- 1 seriously hurt in north Charlotte stabbing
One person was seriously injured in a stabbing on North Tryon Street at West 15th Street in north Charlotte around 11:30 p.m. Wednesday night. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department secured the scene with crime scene tape before reopening the road. Channel 9 is seeking details on arrests and the cause of the incident.
- East Charlotte apartment fire leaves 8 units heavily damaged
A large apartment fire in East Charlotte damaged eight units early Thursday, requiring 60 firefighters and over 51 minutes to control. Two people and a pet were rescued, with one person hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. The cause is under investigation by the Charlotte Fire Investigation Task Force.
- One seriously hurt in north Charlotte shooting, MEDIC says
A shooting in north Charlotte on Tuesday afternoon left one person with life-threatening injuries, according to MEDIC. The incident occurred around 5:30 p.m. in the 1300 block of Norris Avenue, and the injured individual was transported to a local hospital. Additional details have not been released.
- 1 hurt in shooting at northeast Charlotte apartment
One person was shot and hospitalized in northeast Charlotte at an apartment complex near New Paradise Drive and Mallard Creek Church Road. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officers are investigating the incident at the Infinity 260 apartment complex.
- Tractor-trailer crash blocks northeast Charlotte roadway
A tractor-trailer crash occurred at 6:45 a.m. Monday at the intersection of North Tryon Street and Orr Road in northeast Charlotte, blocking northbound lanes. The collision t-boned a white car, causing traffic to be diverted, but no injuries were reported.
- Child dies after being pulled from retention pond in southwest Charlotte
A 7-year-old boy died after being pulled from a retention pond in southwest Charlotte. First responders and dive teams searched for the child before he was found and taken to Atrium Health Main, where he was later pronounced deceased.
- MEDIC: 1 hurt in Uptown shooting
A person was seriously injured in a shooting on North Davidson Street in Uptown Charlotte Wednesday evening. The victim was taken to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries, and the incident is under investigation. Additional details have not been released.
- North Mecklenburg crash leads to major backups on NC 73
A serious crash on N.C. 73 near Stanley McElrath Road in Huntersville, N.C., caused major traffic backups Tuesday afternoon. Emergency responders, including firefighters and Medic, arrived at the scene around 3:55 p.m. to address the incident.
- 2 hurt in serious crash near Huntersville
Two people were injured in a serious crash near Huntersville on Tuesday afternoon. Emergency services, including Davidson Fire and Huntersville Police, responded to the collision on Davidson-Concord Road and Stanley McElrath Road, where a car was on its roof and traffic was disrupted. The incident remains under investigation with no further details released.