Teaun Bates, a 29-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on April 7, 2019, in Charlotte, North Carolina. The incident occurred at the Delta Crossing Apartments on Delta Crossing Lane. Bates was found with gunshot wounds outside the apartment complex and was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The shooting of Teaun Bates was one of two homicides that occurred in east Charlotte within a span of a few hours.
Earlier that night, Derrick Chambers, a 31-year-old male, was also shot and killed in a separate incident at the Timber Ridge Apartments on Barrington Drive. The two homicides were not connected, but they highlighted a particularly violent night in the city.
As of the latest available information, no arrests have been made in connection with the murder of Teaun Bates. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has been actively investigating the case, canvassing the area for witnesses and seeking any information that could lead to the identification and apprehension of the suspect involved. Community leaders, including Charles Robinson, who had known Bates since he was two years old, expressed their grief and called for justice.
The investigation into Teaun Bates' murder remains ongoing, and authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward and assist in solving the case. The CMPD has provided contact numbers for homicide detectives and Crime Stoppers to facilitate the sharing of tips and information.
