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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. North Division Homicide Case Update
2. Homicide Investigation North Division Update
On May 4, 2024, in Charlotte, N.C., the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department identified James Chambers III, 26, as the victim in a homicide case. Zacharias Lowery, 29, was identified as the suspect and arrested by CMPD’s Violent Criminal Apprehension Team. Lowery was charged with Murder and Possession of a Firearm by Felon. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600 or visit http://charlottecrimestoppers.com/. Detectives are actively working on the case, with Detective James leading the investigation. The incident occurred in the 5100 block of Hoover Drive, where a male victim was found deceased with gunshot wounds.
1. Murder Investigation Update: North Division
2. Homicide Case Update: North Division Division
Published on May 04, 2024
Charlotte, N.C. – (Saturday, May 4, 2024) – The victim in this case has been identified as James Chambers III, 26. As a result of the continued investigation, detectives have identified Zacharias Lowery, 29, as the suspect in this case. On Saturday, May, 4 2024, CMPD’s Violent Criminal Apprehension Team (VCAT) located and arrested the suspect. Mr. Lowery was transported to the Law Enforcement Center (LEC) in Uptown (601 East Trade St.) to speak with detectives. At the conclusion of the interview, Mr. Lowery was transferred into the custody of the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office and charged with Murder and Possession of a Firearm by a Felon. The victim’s next of kin have been notified of this arrest.
Details of the Incident
The incident took place in the 5100 block of Hoover Drive in the North Division of Charlotte. On Thursday, May 2, 2024, at approximately 10:44 p.m., officers responded to an assault with a deadly weapon with injury call for service in that area. Upon arrival, officers found a male victim with apparent gunshot wounds. Despite the efforts of emergency responders, the victim was pronounced deceased on the scene.
Investigation and Response
Homicide Unit detectives immediately responded to the scene to conduct a thorough investigation. Crime Scene Search personnel were also called in to process the area and collect physical evidence. Multiple agencies, including CMPD’s Operations Command, Victim Services, the Charlotte Fire Department, and Medic, provided assistance in handling the situation.
Ongoing Investigation
The investigation into this tragic incident is ongoing, with detectives working diligently to gather more information and evidence. Updates on the case will be released by the CMPD’s Public Affairs Office as they become available. Individuals with any relevant information are urged to come forward by contacting Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600 or visiting http://charlottecrimestoppers.com/. They can also call 704-432-TIPS to speak directly with a Homicide Unit detective. Detective James is leading the investigation, and any details provided can be done so anonymously by referencing the report: 20240502-2244-01.
