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Coverage dated October 25, 2026

Federal review underway after racist texts found among Charlotte police officers

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CMPD is auditing body camera footage and working with federal authorities to determine whether any civil rights violations occurred.

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  1. FOX 46 Charlotte

    On the Record: Federal review underway after racist texts found among CMPD officers (opens FOX 46 Charlotte)

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    CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) -- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police leaders have identified seven officers connected to a group text chain containing racist, sexual and religiously biased messages, a scandal that has sparked outrage and drawn calls for further investigation.

  2. FOX8 WGHP

    Federal review underway after racist texts found among Charlotte police officers (opens FOX8 WGHP)

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    FOX8 WGHP's feed description

    CMPD is auditing body camera footage and working with federal authorities to determine whether any civil rights violations occurred.

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