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Crime dogs help Monroe Police Department nab fugitives MONROE – K9 units with the Monroe Police Department assisted officers in apprehending two wanted individuals in separate incidents just hours apart Nov. 11.
Patrol officers responded around 11:40 a.m. to 1104 Circle Drive to locate Quartez Sinea Bailey, 25, of Monroe. Bailey was wanted for violating a release order and was being tracked through an ankle monitor.
While officers were checking the home, they encountered a locked bathroom door. After breaching the door, K9 officers deployed Bolo, who found Bailey hiding inside a small cabinet beneath the bathroom sink, according to police. Bailey was apprehended by K9 Bolo and treated for minor injuries before being transported to the Union County Detention Center, where he was held on a $20,000 secured bond.
Later that day, officers attempted to locate Juan Manuel Aguilar-Garcia, a 22-year-old fugitive from Sarasota County, Florida, in the 100 block of East East Avenue. When officers found Aguilar-Garcia inside of a home, he resisted arrest, fought with officers, and attempted to flee, according to police. K9 Willy was deployed and helped gain control of Aguilar-Garcia. Aguilar-Garcia was treated for injuries
sustained during the incident and transported to the Union County Detention Center, where he was held on a $35,000 secured bond. “Our K9s are a vital part of keeping both officers and the public safe,” Chief Rhett Bolen said. “These incidents show the value of our K9 program in safely resolving dangerous situations and apprehending individuals who try to evade justice.”
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Quick CHARLOTTE MARATHON response leads ATTRACTS LARGEST FIELD YET to arrest in attempted home burglary MONROE – Officers with the Monroe Police Department responded to a 911 call reporting an attempted home break-in Nov. 12 on Kintyre Drive.
The Novant Health Charlotte Marathon and its participants have contributed more than $600,000 to support programs at Novant Health’s Hemby Children’s Hospital. Photos courtesy of Run Charlotte
CHARLOTTE – The 21st running of the Novant Health Charlotte Marathon experienced a record turnout.
A record-setting 11,500 athletes entered the marathon, half marathon and 5K events. And for the second year in a row, all events reached capacity. “This event has turned into a big deal,” said Tim Rhodes, managing partner and race director for the Novant Health Charlotte Marathon. “This is a celebration of everything these runners have worked for – whether they’re setting a PR, qualifying for Boston or finishing for the very first time – they’re choosing to do it in Charlotte.” Runners representing all 50 states and 19 countries made up the field. Knoxville’s Carter Coughlin was the overall winner of the marathon. Jessica Sarnicola of Matthews won the women’s title. In another first, Elisabeth Laseter of Charlotte defended her title in the Chickfil-A 5K event, besting her 2024 finish time by nearly 18 seconds.
Lancaster, South Carolina runner Nathaneal Williams may also have set a new world record for fastest half marathon pushing a double stroller. According to the Guinness World Records site, the fastest men’s time currently stands at 1:14:20. Williams clocked a 1:12:57 on the Charlotte half marathon course. “The last few miles, I was hurting pretty good,” Williams said of his fast finish. “The next steps are to send the results to Guinness to confirm that as the new record.” 2025 Novant Health Charlotte Marathon Event Winners
• Men’s Marathon Winner: Carter Coughlin, 2:31:44 (Knoxville, Tennessee) • Women’s Marathon Winner: Jessica Sarnicola, 3:01:48 (Matthews) Novant Health Charlotte Marathon Half Marathon
• Men’s Winner: Alexis Collumb, 1:04:31 (Yvrech, France) • Women’s Winner: Abigail Herring,
Events started on South Tryon Street, between Levine Avenue of the Arts and Brooklyn Village Avenue in uptown Charlotte, and finished on Fourth Street, behind Truist Field.
1:16:41 (Parkersburg, West Virginia) Chick-fil-A 5K
• Men’s Winner: Silas Floyd Fair, 15:50 (Charlotte) • Women’s Winner: Elizabeth Laseter, 16:38 (Charlotte) Story continues, see MARATHON page 3A
The call came in just after midnight. Officers arrived on scene within three minutes of dispatch. When they arrived, officers found Derrick Montre Salmond, 36, of Monroe, at the home. Police said Salmond had shattered a window to gain entry. Officers took Salmond into custody without further incident. Salmond was arrested on charges of first-degree burglary. He was transported to the Union County Detention Center for processing. The Monroe Police Department commended the quick actions of the homeowner in calling 911 and the prompt response of patrol officers. Police also encouraged residents to take the following precautions to help reduce the risk of becoming a burglary victim: • Lock doors and windows: Ensure all entry points are secured before going to bed. • Use outdoor lighting: Motion-activated or dusk-to-dawn lights can deter potential burglars. • Install security cameras or audible alarm systems: Visible surveillance systems can discourage intruders. • Keep landscaping trimmed: Remove tall bushes or overgrown shrubs near doors and windows that could conceal intruders. • Secure valuables: Keep valuable items out of sight from windows and consider using a safe for important documents or jewelry. • Report suspicious activity: Call 911 immediately if you notice anyone acting suspiciously in your neighborhood. • Get to know your neighbors: Watchful neighbors can be one of the most effective deterrents to crime. Look out for each other.
Charlotte’s Web nets 81 arrests on first day By Alan Wooten Contributor
(The Center Square) – Eighty-one arrests were made by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents during the first day of immigration enforcement in Charlotte on Nov. 15, Commander Gregory K. Bovino said of the operation known as Charlotte’s Web. “Significant criminal and immigration history” was cited for many. People he says are in the country illegally, some with multiple deportations only to return, and with charges like aggravated assault, weapons violations and impaired driving, are pictured on Bovino’s social media feed. President Donald Trump has sent the National Guard to the cities of Washington, Los Angeles and Memphis, with authorizations for Chicago and Portland blocked by judges.
The total arrests as a comparison of cities is not apples-to-apples. For example, the White House said 23 arrests were made the first day in the nation’s capital where the objective was crime reduction. In Los Angeles, protests including blocked freeways followed the beginning of enforcement actions by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement; ICE detained 44 the first day. Hundreds were charged related to behavior around protests. And in Memphis, the National Guard, Memphis Police Department and Tennessee Highway Patrol formed the Memphis Safe Task Force. From nine arrests the first day to 93 in the first few days, the volume was spread through the agencies. Border Patrol began operations Nov. 15 in the Queen City. Bovino, in one social media post among multiple Nov. 16, pointed
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result in forfeiture of vehicle. Bovino’s post did not say if the convictions were within 10 years or if the judicial system waived any element of punishment. On Nov. 16, Homeland Security said a lawman was injured by an American citizen it says, “weaponized his vehicle, driving a large van at law enforcement while they were conducting an operation.” It happened near University City area. Prior to the Border Patrol arriving, Charlotte and Mecklenburg County officials issued public statements about the enforcement. Gov. Josh Stein posted on social media Nov. 14 asking for peace and saying public safety is a priority. U.S. Reps. Mark Harris, Pat Harrigan and Chuck Edwards on Nov. 5 asked Stein to send the National Guard to the city.
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