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Homicide investigation underway in north Charlotte, police say

The victim was taken to a local hospital by Medic where he died, according to police.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A homicide investigation is underway after one person was killed in north Charlotte early Saturday morning, according to police.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department responded to an assault with a deadly weapon call along Atando Avenue, near North Tryon Street around 2:45 a.m., where a male victim was found with traumatic injuries.

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The victim was taken to a local hospital by Medic where he died, according to police.

No word if any suspects have been named in the investigation. 

WCNC Charlotte has reached out to CMPD for more information regarding the incident.

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