"Controversial Charlotte Arrest: CMPD Releases Body Cam Footage"

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) has released body cam footage of a controversial arrest in southwest Charlotte last month. The footage shows officers detaining and using force against Christina Pierre and Anthony Lee, who were suspected of smoking marijuana. Witnesses captured additional video of the arrest, with some expressing concern over the officers' actions. An internal investigation is ongoing within the CMPD regarding the officer's conduct during the arrest. The charges against Pierre and Lee have since been dropped by the district attorney.