By Steve Lyttle - Charlotte Observer
CHARLOTTE -- Charlotte-Mecklenburg police are combing the area near Reedy Creek Park today, looking for a man they say was involved in the fatal shooting of a woman early this morning.
Police say the man they are seeking should be considered armed and dangerous.
The man's name is Davon Londell Thomas. He is being sought in connection with the shooting death of his girlfriend, shortly before 5 a.m., police say. The shooting happened in the home of Thomas' parents, in the 9600 block of Willowglen Trail. That is near the end of a street off Hood Road, and it is at the southwest edge of the Reedy Creek Park area.
After the shooting, police say, the man ran into the woods at the edge of the park.
Police have called in their K-9 dog search unit and helicopter to look for Thomas. Additional officers on foot and in patrol cars are combing the area of northeast Charlotte.
Charlotte police Officer Robert Fey, a spokesman for the department, said witnesses told police that Thomas shot the woman several times after they arrived at the house. The woman was declared dead at the scene.
Thomas, 27, is described by police as being 6 feet 2 and 225 pounds. He was wearing dark clothing when last seen.
Anyone spotting the man is asked to call 911 immediately.
Police say they found a weapon at the scene of the shooting, but they are not sure if Thomas has additional weapons with him.
Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call 704-432-TIPS and speak directly to a detective. Detective Garry McFadden is the lead detective assigned to the case. In addition, you may also call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.
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