CMPD is continuing to monitor the protests in Charlotte this evening to ensure a peaceful protest. To dispel any rumors, no chemical agents have been deployed.

Several protesters have begun to throw rocks and objects at CMPD officers as they continue to facilitate protesters' right to demonstrate.

Several protesters have damaged police cruisers and continue to throw rocks at officers and the Metro Division office.

Our Civil Emergency Unit has been deployed and declared the gathering an unlawful assembly. A dispersal order has been issued to protect lives and property.

CONFIRMED: Protestors continue to throw rocks at Metro Division Office. Several windows have been broken.

Officers have made several arrests for damaging property.

Officers continue their effort to de-escalate. Protecting lives is a priority.

There are reports of looting occurring at local businesses. CMPD is responding to ensure further damage and theft do not occur.