Crime & Courts

Investigation launched after a person found dead in a Charlotte home, police say

An investigation is underway after first responders found a body in a home in northeast Charlotte on Wednesday morning, police said.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg police and firefighters arrived at the home in the 4500 block of the Plaza, near Eastway Drive, after receiving a call to check on a person’s someone’s well-being. Once inside, they found a body, police said.

No other details were immediately available.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Jonathan Limehouse
The Charlotte Observer
Jonathan Limehouse is a breaking news reporter and covers all major happenings in the Charlotte area. He has covered a litany of other beats from public safety, education, public health and sports. He is a proud UNC Charlotte graduate and a Raleigh native.
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