Officer dies in hospital after turning on gun in southwest Charlotte: CMPD

Jesse Ullmann and Ciara Lankford

12 hours ago

CHARLOTTE, NC (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — An officer died in the hospital following a self-inflicted shooting Monday afternoon, according to Charlotte-Mecklenburg police.

“Preliminary information indicates that a CMPD officer suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound, was transported to a local hospital and succumbed to his injuries,” CMPD confirmed.

On Monday afternoon, CMPD identified the officer as K-9 Officer Brent Simpson, who graduated from the 148th recruit class and has served with CMPD since 2006.

Steele Creek Division officers responded to calls Monday afternoon, July 1, in the 7300 block of Steele Creek Road, just south of CLT Airportwhere Simpson was found.

CMPD said Officer Simpson was assigned to the K-9 unit and served faithfully alongside his K-9 partner, Levi, for six years.

Prior to joining CMPD, Officer Simpson served in the US Navy as a Military Police Operations Specialist for four years.

“His life and service will never be forgotten. Please say a prayer for Officer Simpson’s loved ones and fellow officers during this difficult time,” CMPD said Monday afternoon.

Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles offered his support for his family: