Charlotte, NC, October 13, 2026 —

Multiple Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) officers are reportedly facing potential termination following the alleged sending of racist messages. The full scope of the investigation and the number of officers involved have not been publicly detailed.

Reports indicate that the messages were sent by officers within the department. While the exact nature and content of these communications have not been released, the alleged racism is the basis for the disciplinary actions being considered.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has not released specific details regarding the timeline of when these messages were sent or when they were discovered. Information concerning the disciplinary process, including whether formal charges have been filed or what specific policies were violated, was not immediately available.

The potential consequences for the officers involved, including terminations, are being reported. However, the official status of any disciplinary proceedings, such as hearings or final decisions, remains unconfirmed by department officials. Further details regarding the investigation’s progress and outcomes are anticipated.

The contractor’s name, if any were involved in the investigation or reporting of these messages, was not provided. Similarly, specific dates for key events, such as when the messages were sent or when the investigation commenced, were not disclosed in the available information. The specific locations where the messages were sent or accessed were also not specified.

The outcome of any internal affairs investigation and the final determination regarding employee status are typically subject to departmental policy and legal review. At this time, the department has not commented on potential fines or specific code violations beyond the general report of racist messages.



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