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CMPD reviews body camera footage after racist text scandal

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department audits footage following multi-officer racist text incident.

Oct 16, 2026, 12:45 AM By the Genius Eye newsroom (City Reporter) · Fact-checkedHow we report
Photo: Bruce Emmerling / CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) is undertaking a comprehensive review and audit of body-worn camera footage. This action follows a scandal involving racist text messages sent by multiple officers, WSOC-TV reported.

The department-wide evaluation aims to address concerns raised by the incident and ensure accountability within CMPD. The review is part of the department's response to the controversy surrounding the officers' conduct.

No further details on the scope or findings of the audit have been released at this time. CMPD officials have emphasized the importance of maintaining public trust through transparency and thorough investigation.

Sources
  1. WSOC-TV: CMPD evaluates hiring practices after multi-officer text scandal
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