Gunshot victim died as police were attempting ‘life-saving measures,’ CMPD says

A gunshot victim found in a north Charlotte residential neighborhood died as police were attempting life-saving measures, according to Charlotte-Mecklenburg police.

The man has been identified as 27-year-old Luis Fernando Hernandez.

Investigators say the discovery was made around 4 p.m. Friday, when police responded to reports of an assault with a deadly weapon in the 2200 block of Alma Court, CMPD said in a March 6 news release.

“Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim with apparent gun shot wounds. Officers attempted lifesaving measures,” CMPD said. “MEDIC pronounced the victim deceased.”

The shooting is being investigated as a homicide. CMPD has not released details of a suspect.

The neighborhood sits between Statesville Avenue and Interstate 77.

“Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 704-432-8477 (TIPS) and speak directly to a Homicide Unit detective,” CMPD said. “The public can also leave information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.”

This story was originally published March 7, 2026 at 4:47 AM.