Charlotte City Manager Marcus Jones chose Estella Patterson to replace outgoing Charlotte Police Chief Johnny Jennings.

The City of Charlotte has announced Friday that Estella Patterson will become the next Chief of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg ...

The City of Charlotte has announced the new Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief, marking the first woman to hold the position.

Newly named Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Chief Estella Patterson speaks publicly for the first time.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department has announced it’s next Police Chief. According to Charlotte ...

We will seek the best and the brightest to fill our ranks. "When we get to zero vacancies, … I’m going to ask for more officers so that we can better serve this community," ...

Patterson, who goes by Stella, previously served as the Raleigh Police Chief before retiring earlier this year. She led that ...

Patterson said reducing violent crime and disorder, enhancing community engagement and increasing employee morale and wellness are among top priorities.

CHARLOTTE — City leaders are eyeing public safety improvements from the legislature. Members of the Charlotte City Council’s Budget and Governance Committee shared their ideas. Councilmember Dimple ...

CHARLOTTE — The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is asking for help as the search continues for a man who may be dealing with cognitive issues. CMPD says 65-year-old Joseph Bimpeh was last seen ...