Discovery of North Carolina police officers’ alleged racist texts prompts review of arrest records
Summary
Five police officers in Charlotte, North Carolina, resigned after racist text messages were found during an investigation into misuse of police camera systems. The police chief has ordered a full review of arrest records and body camera footage and has asked the FBI to investigate possible civil rights violations.Key Facts
- Five Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officers resigned, and one remains suspended after racist texts were discovered.
- The messages came to light during an investigation into misuse of the police department's Flock camera system.
- The officers involved were hired in 2023 or 2024 and were cited for termination.
- The police chief called the texts “deeply troubling” and said the department will review body camera footage and arrest records.
- The FBI has been asked to open a civil rights investigation into the case.
- One officer had been president of their recruit class, and another had received an employee of the month award.
- Another officer resigned earlier after being arrested for illegally accessing government computer data.
- The police chief said the incident raises concerns about racism in the department and plans to audit officers’ interactions with the public.
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