Stowaway Death Investigation Underway in Charlotte: Updates from CMPD Homicide Unit
A death investigation is currently underway in the 5000 block of Hangar Road in Charlotte, N.C., led by detectives from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Homicide Unit. The incident occurred when a stowaway was discovered in the landing gear of an American Airlines plane that had just arrived from Europe. Unfortunately, the individual was pronounced deceased at the scene by CMPD's Airport Division officers. Homicide Unit detectives are actively investigating the case, with assistance from Crime Scene Search and other CMPD units. The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided by the CMPD's Public Affairs Office. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Homicide Unit at 704-432-8477 or Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600. Detective Murphy is leading the investigation.