CMPD officer involved in Statesville Road crash near Alexandria Road prompts late-night road closure in north Charlotte

What happened

A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) officer was involved in a traffic crash Tuesday night, February 3, 2026, on Statesville Road in north Charlotte. The collision was reported around 9 p.m. near the intersection with Alexandria Road.

By late evening, portions of Statesville Road’s northbound side were shut down as officers worked at the scene. Traffic was being diverted with a closure in place at West W.T. Harris Boulevard during the initial response window.

Emergency response and what is known about injuries

Video from the scene showed a law-enforcement escort accompanying an ambulance traveling south on Interstate 77. As of the latest publicly available updates, officials had not confirmed who was transported by ambulance, the extent of any injuries, or whether the officer involved required medical care.

Authorities also had not released details on what led to the crash, including the number of vehicles involved, whether the officer was responding to a call, or whether emergency lights and sirens were activated.

Traffic impacts in the North Division corridor

Statesville Road is a major north-south route connecting several neighborhoods in the city’s North Division and serving as a frequent detour when I-77 experiences congestion. Late-night closures in this corridor can create ripple effects on connecting streets, including access points near West W.T. Harris Boulevard.

When an officer is involved in a crash, roadway management typically requires additional time for scene safety, medical response, and documentation before lanes reopen.

What authorities have not yet released

Key facts remained unconfirmed as of Wednesday morning, February 4, 2026, including:

• Whether any civilians were injured and, if so, the severity of those injuries
• Whether the officer was on routine patrol or responding to an emergency call
• The circumstances that caused the collision, including any contributing factors
• Whether charges or citations are anticipated
• How long the northbound closure remained in place and when full traffic flow resumed

What to watch for next

Further updates are expected through CMPD and emergency medical officials as incident details are confirmed. In crashes involving police vehicles, additional information is often released after initial scene processing, interviews, and verification of medical and investigative records.

For residents who travel the Statesville Road corridor, the most immediate changes typically come through traffic-control updates and any subsequent announcements about injuries or investigative findings.