Matthews Police Department
Coverage of Matthews Police Department in the Nexus archive.
- Novant Health investigates suspicious intruder at medical center
A patient at Novant Health Matthews Medical Center reported an unauthorized man entering her room and rifling through her belongings on July 25. The hospital and local police are investigating, but public safety officers initially declined to file a formal police report. The patient, who was being treated for pneumonia, claims the intruder falsely claimed to be sent by a doctor before fleeing when a hospital employee arrived.
- Residents divided over plan to add AI-powered surveillance cameras in downtown Matthews
Matthews residents are divided over a proposal to add 25 AI-powered surveillance cameras in downtown, with mixed reactions during a town meeting. The project, estimated at $130,000, was not approved, as commissioners requested more time to review information. Supporters argue the cameras would enhance safety, while critics view them as an invasion of privacy.
- Motorcyclist killed in four-vehicle crash in Matthews, police say
A Monroe man was killed in a four-vehicle crash in Matthews, North Carolina, according to the Matthews Police Department. The crash occurred around 9:34 p.m. on July 1 at the intersection of East John Street and McKee Road.
- Police seek help finding missing man in Matthews
The Matthews Police Department is seeking assistance in locating 35-year-old Sean Michael Fernandez, who was last seen wearing an oversized t-shirt and brown plaid pants. He is described as 6 feet tall with brown, curly hair.