CHARLOTTE, N.C. — WCNC Charlotte has chosen to use this mugshot because of the nature of the charge involved.
A man was arrested in Concord Thursday, accused of killing another man in northeast Charlotte more than two weeks ago.
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department said 24-year-old Khyree Lewis was taken into custody by Concord Police and CMPD's own Violent Criminal Apprehension Team. Lewis was charged with murder after an interview with detectives.
Lewis is accused of killing 25-year-old Kedrick Brown on March 31. Brown was shot near University City Boulevard during the afternoon that day and pronounced dead at the scene.
An affidavit for Lewis' arrest warrant said surveillance video showed CMPD investigators that Lewis was involved in a struggle with Brown and that the license plate on Lewis' car was able to be seen. They also were alerted to the fact that Lewis and Brown had messaged each other on Instagram before, with Brown asking to buy marijuana from Lewis.
The affidavit also said Lewis was known previously to CMPD, and that investigators were able to obtain cell phone location data to determine he was at the scene.
CMPD said Brown's family has been notified of Lewis' arrest. Lewis will be in court Friday morning for a first appearance.
A childhood friend of Brown's shared fond memories of him with WCNC Charlotte. She said they'd go fishing with his uncle as kids and shared good times and laughter throughout high school. She also said Brown loved his two children and was adventurous and outgoing. He also enjoyed riding his dirt bike and riding on a four-wheeler.
Brown's friend said blue jays reminded her of him, as the birds have a "daring spirit, just like Kedrick".
Brown's killing was one of four deadly shootings that unfolded over Easter weekend in Charlotte, marking a violent holiday weekend starting late Thursday, March 28.
Note: WCNC instituted a policy in March 2021 regarding the broadcast or posting of mugshots.
WCNC will only air or post a mugshot if the person has been formally charged with a crime and in a few other cases. The exceptions include: If it appears the person could be a danger to themselves or others or if they are wanted by authorities; to differentiate between people with a common name; if the photos could encourage more victims to come forward. The news-editorial leadership may also decide to use a mugshot based on the severity of the crime(s) committed and/or the level of public interest in the crime and ensuing criminal proceedings.
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