Fatal shooting under investigation in residential area off Billy Graham Boulevard
A fatal shooting was discovered late Saturday in a residential neighborhood just east of Billy Graham Parkway, according to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police.
The victim was identified as Matthew Simmons, 54, CMPD said.
On Monday, CMPD announced it had charged Shamika Rashawn Simmons, 28, with first degree murder in the case.
Investigators say the shooting happened around 11:15 p.m. in the 2000 block of Brooksvale Street in west Charlotte. The area is south of the Central Piedmont Community College campus near the intersection of Billy Graham Parkway and Morris Field Drive.
“Upon arrival, officers located one victim with an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced deceased on scene by Medic,” CMPD said in a release.
Additional details were not released.
“Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 704-432-TIPS and speak directly to a Homicide Unit detective. Detective B. Sinnott is the lead detective,” CMPD said.
Anonymous tips can be offered through Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.
This story was originally published August 22, 2021 at 7:28 AM.