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Oct 16, 2026
Woody OvertonHOST
Two men have been sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of first-degree murder, kidnapping, and concealing a death, all because of their connection with the 2020 death of a woman they lured into an apartment.
Woody OvertonHOST
The local WCNC reports that according to prosecutors, victim Mary Collins, who was 20 at the time of her death, had cognitive disability and a speech disorder.
Woody OvertonHOST
She had dated Levi Pham, P-H-A-M, who's now 27, in the past.
Woody OvertonHOST
And on March 28th of 2020, Pham's girlfriend, Kelly Lavery, arranged for Collins to join their group at an apartment and called a ride share for her.
Rashad RicheyHOST
So the, uh, CMPD has not yet provided official termination records that would detail the reasons for the recommended firings.
Rashad RicheyHOST
But WCNC Charlotte obtained a message reportedly sent by one of the officers to colleagues earlier this year that references how, quote, "Our texts sound like a Klan rally," end quote.
Rashad RicheyHOST
Since the officers are not charged with any crimes, WCNC Charlotte has decided to withhold their names.
Rashad RicheyHOST
Personnel records show all were hired within the last three years or so.
Rashad RicheyHOST
Four of the seven officers have the same start date listed in their personnel file.
Rashad RicheyHOST
Those officers still could appeal the decision to the Citizens Review Board, and the ultimate decision on termination rests with a Black woman named Chief Estella Patterson.
Rashad RicheyHOST
The officers come from multiple divisions, including North Tyrone, Freedom, and University City Division, where Elliott was stationed.
Rashad RicheyHOST
In Chief Patterson's first interview with WCNC Charlotte in December 2025, she said accountability would be a priority.
Ramses JaHOST
They allegedly used the N-word, and one of the officers reportedly messaged colleagues earlier this year that their texts sound like a Klan rally.
Ramses JaHOST
That is a actual quote, WCNC Charlotte reported.
Ramses JaHOST
Personnel records show the officers in question were all hired within the last three years and come from multiple divisions, including North T- Tryon, uh, Freedom, and University City Division.
Ramses JaHOST
In a statement shared with the Charlotte Observer, CMPD addressed the scandal, saying they, quote, "Will not tolerate any behavior that contradicts our core values or jeopardizes the trust we have built within..." "The community we serve," unquote.
Ramses JaHOST
The department did not confirm nor deny the details reported by WBTV 3, but noted, quote, "Our residents are at the heart of our mission, and we take pride in our long-standing track record of fostering meaningful relationships that strengthen public trust," unquote.
Ramses JaHOST
The six unnamed officers have been suspended without pay pending hearings before the city's civil service board, which will review the evidence before deciding to officially terminate them, a decision that ultimately rests with Chief Estrea Patterson.
Ramses JaHOST
According to WCNC Charlotte, records show another officer connected to the case resigned in August.
Ramses JaHOST
I love that text, uh, our texts sound like a Klan rally.
Rashad RicheyHOST
So the, uh, CMPD has not yet provided official termination records that would detail the reasons for the recommended firings.
Rashad RicheyHOST
But WCNC Charlotte obtained a message reportedly sent by one of the officers to colleagues earlier this year that references how, quote, "Our texts sound like a Klan rally." End quote.
Rashad RicheyHOST
Since the officers are not charged with any crimes, WCNC Charlotte has decided to withhold their names.
Rashad RicheyHOST
Personnel records show all were hired within the last three years or so.
Rashad RicheyHOST
Four of the seven officers have the same start date listed in their personnel file.
Rashad RicheyHOST
Those officers still could appeal the decision to the Citizens Review Board, and the ultimate decision on termination rests with a Black woman named Chief Estella Patterson.
Rashad RicheyHOST
The officers come from multiple divisions, including North Tyrone, Freedom and University City Division, where Elliott was stationed.
Rashad RicheyHOST
In Chief Patterson's first interview with WCNC Charlotte in December 2025, she said accountability would be a priority.
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The candidates for the seat once held by the late Lindsey Graham faced off in Columbia last night, debating everything from the economy and healthcare to the war with Iran and the future of AI.
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WCNC Charlotte's Richard Huvane now live in York County for us this morning.
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And Richard, this is becoming a much tighter race than a lot of folks anticipated just a few months ago.
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What stood out from this debate?
Bobby CapucciHOST
She was plotting a scheme for her and Madalena to escape her husband, Christopher Pomater, 60, who she had a turbulent relationship with, the search warrant reveals.
Bobby CapucciHOST
Cornelius police have not spoken publicly on the case since February 14th, but said that the investigation is active and they wish to bring Madalena home, Captain Jennifer Thompson told local NBC affiliate WCNC.
Bobby CapucciHOST
And I don't know what kind of vile, disgusting, broken ass wannabe human being you are if you're selling your child or giving your child away to human traffickers.
Bobby CapucciHOST
Talk about bottom of the barrel, piece of shit human beings.
Bobby CapucciHOST
Disgusting ass animals.
Bobby CapucciHOST
Cornelius police were seen with a German shepherd at the Kojikari home on February 13th for about two hours.
Bobby CapucciHOST
WCNC reported at the time, it was the first time authorities were spotted at the home in weeks, neighbors told the local outlet.
Bobby CapucciHOST
Investigators recovered more than 40 items connected to Madalena's disappearance in separate searches at the family home conducted between December 15th and 30th.
Doug BransonHOST
I'm Doug Branson.
Doug BransonHOST
You can find my work on everyhornetsboxscore.com. I'm joined by Nick Carboni of WCNC.
Doug BransonHOST
Nick, it's been a while, my friend.
Nick CarboniGUEST
It has been.
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Doug BransonHOST
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Doug BransonHOST
Thanks again for making Locked on Hornets your first listen every day.
Doug BransonHOST
I'm here with Nick Carboni from WCNC, and I had to bring this for you because you not only cover the Hornets, you cover the Panthers, you cover regional sports, and that's what this tweet is all about.
Doug BransonHOST
Our friend Rod at Rodimus Prime tweeted out, I'm not rooting for Grace and Allen in as much as we have a shared goal in the Hornets winning tonight.
Bobby CapucciHOST
The search warrant reveals Cornelius police have not spoken publicly on the case since February 14th, but said that the investigation is active and they wish to bring Madalena home.
Bobby CapucciHOST
Captain Jennifer Thompson told local NBC affiliate WCNC.
Bobby CapucciHOST
And I don't know what kind of vile, disgusting, broken ass wannabe human being you are if you're selling your child or giving your child away to human traffickers.
Bobby CapucciHOST
Talk about bottom of the barrel, piece of shit human beings.
Bobby CapucciHOST
Disgusting ass animals.
Bobby CapucciHOST
Cornelius police were seen with a German shepherd at the Kojikari home on February 13th for about two hours.
Bobby CapucciHOST
WCNC reported at the time, it was the first time authorities were spotted at the home.
Bobby CapucciHOST
In weeks, neighbors told the local outlet.
Anisa KhalifaHOST
Wilson Sayre is our executive producer.
Anisa KhalifaHOST
This week, we used archival audio from the Free Island Press, WXII in the North Carolina Triad, WCNC in Charlotte, and WZZM in Grand Rapids.
Anisa KhalifaHOST
The Broadside is a production of WUNC News in North Carolina and is part of the NPR network.
Anisa KhalifaHOST
If you have feedback or a story idea, you can email us at broadside@wunc.org.
Pete KalinerHOST
And again, thank you so much for your support.
Pete KalinerHOST
So in the, uh, final segment of the last hour, I mentioned this report from WCNC-TV about yet another consulting contract that may be part of the multiple investigations going on by the FBI, uh, the SBI, the auditor, the State Board of Education, right? We know about...
Pete KalinerHOST
So just to kinda set the table here, you've got Rackey McGregor, who's married to Kim McGregor.
Pete KalinerHOST
Kim has a firm called Sid Kimmel.
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