Michael Anthony King, a 25-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on March 18, 2020, in Charlotte, North Carolina. The incident occurred in the parking lot of a convenience store located at the intersection of Nations Ford Road and West Arrowood Road. Michael was found with a gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department responded to the call and initiated a homicide investigation.
The investigation led to the
identification and arrest of 27-year-old Karrington Paige. Paige was charged with multiple offenses, including murder, attempted murder, possession of a firearm by a felon, and four counts of shooting into an occupied property. The arrest was made without incident by the Violent Criminal Apprehension Team on March 23, 2020. Paige was subsequently transferred to the custody of the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office.
The case remains an active investigation, with CMPD detectives continuing to gather information and evidence. The public has been encouraged to provide any additional information that may assist in the investigation. Michael Anthony King's death has left a profound impact on his family and community, who continue to seek justice for his untimely passing.
