Person shot and killed at Tuckaseegee Park in northwest Charlotte

Fatal Shooting Reported at Charlotte Park
A person was shot and killed Thursday morning at Tuckaseegee Park in northwest Charlotte. Police said they responded to Tuckaseegee Road around 8:15 a.m. on December 4 after receiving reports of a shooting. Officers found the victim with a gunshot wound, and the person died before they could be taken to a hospital.

The shooting took place inside Tuckaseegee Park, which is operated by Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation. Investigators remained at the scene as they worked to determine what led to the fatal incident. No additional details about the circumstances were released.

Investigation Underway
Authorities stated that the victim’s age was not immediately known. Police also did not report whether anyone had been arrested. Detectives continued gathering information at Tuckaseegee Park to establish the sequence of events surrounding the shooting.

Officials noted that this incident increased Charlotte’s homicide total for 2025 to around 80. The updated number reflects cases compiled throughout the year and highlights the ongoing impact of violent crime in the area.

Information Requested From Public
Police are asking anyone with information about the shooting on Tuckaseegee Road to contact homicide detectives at 704-432-TIPS. Crime Stoppers can also be reached at 704-334-1600, where callers may provide information anonymously.

Investigators said community assistance is important in understanding what occurred at Tuckaseegee Park on Thursday morning. The investigation remains active as detectives continue pursuing leads in the fatal shooting.