UPDATE: Charlotte-Mecklenburg police have charged two teens with possessing firearms in relation to a Saturday night shooting that left four teens injured.
Carnis Poindexter Jr., 16, was charged with possession of a firearm by a minor, and a 15-year-old male juvenile was charged with carrying a concealed weapon, possession of a firearm by a minor, and shooting in the city limits.
CMPD detectives concluded that both Poindexter and the juvenile were at Spice Lounge on N. Tryon Street when the gunfire erupted shortly before 10:28 p.m.
A CMPD spokeswoman said information gathered at the scene led officers to search Poindexter’s vehicle, where they found a gun. Officers also located the 15-year-old juvenile, who admitted to firing a gun into the air after the shooting started, the spokeswoman said.
The investigation continues as detectives try to identify a suspect in the shootings.
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Four teens, ranging in age from 14 to 16, where shot late Saturday outside Spice Lounge on N. Tryon Street. At least one was said to have life-threatening injuries.
CMPD did not release the victim’s names but said the shooting was reported at 10:28 p.m.
Based on early police reports, investigators believe the shootings happened in a parking lot, where a party was being held. Police found two firearms and questioned several people about the shootings.
According to Spice Lounge’s Facebook page, the business offers a variety of African dishes, a full bar and live entertainment. It also promotes itself as a venue for weddings, parties and other events.
Anyone with information about the Saturday shootings is asked to call 704-432-TIPS to speak with a homicide detective, or call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.
