Lawrence Crank, a 44-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on June 29, 2020, in Charlotte, North Carolina. The incident occurred at a business on Tuckaseegee Road, where Lawrence was found with fatal gunshot wounds. Another individual was also shot and sustained life-threatening injuries. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department responded to the scene and pronounced Lawrence deceased.
The investigation into Lawrence Crank's death led to the arrest of 29-year-old Hubert Wilkinson. Wilkinson was charged with murder, attempted murder, and assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill inflict serious injury. The police identified Wilkinson as a suspect during the course of their investigation and subsequently apprehended him. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, but the incident has been classified as a homicide.
Lawrence Crank's death is one of several homicides that occurred in Charlotte during that period, highlighting a concerning trend of violence in the area. The community mourned the loss of Lawrence, and his funeral services were held at King's Funeral Home on July 11, 2020. The case against Hubert Wilkinson is ongoing, with legal proceedings expected to continue as the authorities seek justice for Lawrence Crank and his family.
