Mooresville Police Charge 2 After Talbert Road Vehicle Break-In

MOORESVILLE, NC — Mooresville police arrested and charged two Charlotte men in connection with a late night vehicle break-in on Talbert Road Saturday. Following their arrest, police said they learned one of the suspects was also wanted on outstanding warrants for first degree murder and attempted first degree murder.

“Once again, Mooresville has been hit hard with breaking/entering of cars,” Assistant Chief Eric Henderson said. “This time, one of the suspects had outstanding warrants from Charlotte for murder. This should serve as a stern warning for anyone who leaves their vehicles unlocked. Criminals hear about easy target areas and this increases other crimes, as well.”

The incident occurred shortly after 1 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19 in the 300 block of Talbert Road.

Mooresville Police Department received a report of a vehicle break, and compiled descriptions of the suspect with video footage from an area security camera. An MPD officer spotted an individual matching the description at a convenience store on Brawley School Road, and took two suspects into custody.

The suspects were identified as Jaziah Graham, 20, and Michael Shamari Dashaun Joseph, 19, both of Charlotte.

Graham was charged with possession of a stolen motor vehicle and received a $5,000 secured bond, MPD said.

Joseph was charged with possession of a stolen motor vehicle; breaking/entering a motor vehicle; and resisting/obstructing an officer. He also had outstanding warrants from Charlotte for first degree murder and attempted first degree murder, MPD said. He was not issued a bond.

MPD said the investigation remains ongoing and additional charges could be forthcoming.