1 shot, killed in east Charlotte, police say

CHARLOTTE — Police are investigating a homicide after an 18-year-old man was shot and killed in east Charlotte.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department detectives were called around 1:15 p.m. Thursday to the 6000 block of Cattail Court to investigate.

When they arrived, they found someone who had been shot. He was taken to the hospital where he later died, police said.

On Friday, the department identified the victim as 18-year-old Rashaka Prince.

Investigators didn’t say what led up to the shooting or if they’re looking for a suspect.

At scene, officers told Channel 9 the victim had been shot in the street, not in a house. They also said the shooting doesn’t appear to be a random incident.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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