Man shot in face near downtown Matthews; suspect arrested

A man was shot in the face at the intersection of West Charles Street and North Ames Street in Matthews on Saturday evening, and a suspect has been arrested, police said on Wednesday.

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The victim was discovered by Matthews officers at approximately 7:54 p.m. and was already receiving medical treatment from Matthews Fire & EMS. He was transported to the hospital in critical but stable condition.

Officer located the suspect, Cornell Gaddy, around 10 p.m…

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