Quanterrius Sturdivant, a 21-year-old African American male, was tragically murdered on November 29, 2022, in Charlotte, North Carolina. The incident occurred in broad daylight around 1 p.m. on Rachel Street, near North Tryon Street. Paramedics were called to the scene, but unfortunately, Quanterrius was pronounced dead on site due to a gunshot wound.
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department launched a homicide investigation immediately following the incident. On November 30, 2022, CMPD confirmed that Quanterrius had died from a gunshot wound. The call for the scene initially came in as an assault with a deadly weapon.
In a significant development, a 14-year-old suspect was arrested and charged in connection with the shooting. The teenager, whose identity has not been disclosed due to their age, faces multiple charges, including murder, robbery with a dangerous weapon, and conspiracy to commit robbery with a dangerous weapon. The suspect has been taken to a juvenile detention facility, and the case remains active and ongoing.
No further arrests have been made, and the investigation continues as authorities seek additional information and tips from the public. The community remains in shock over the senseless loss of a young life, and efforts are ongoing to bring justice for Quanterrius Sturdivant and his family.
