Man Charged After Girlfriend Found Dead in Charlotte

Nicholas Jordan Gandy, 37, arrested for murder of Tabulon Debreshea Reece, 33, his longtime girlfriend

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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One person has been arrested in connection with the death of a woman in northeast Charlotte, police said. Nicholas Jordan Gandy, 37, was charged with murder on Monday, Feb. 16 after authorities found his 33-year-old girlfriend Tabulon Debreshea Reece had been shot.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence and the tragic consequences it can have. It also raises questions about the circumstances surrounding Reece's death and what may have led to the alleged murder.

The details

According to the affidavit, police were called to Lawton Road, an industrial area off Brookshire Boulevard, for a welfare check a little after 6 a.m. on Feb. 16. There, they found Reece had been shot. Gandy was described as Reece's longtime boyfriend.

  • Police were called around 6 a.m. on February 16, 2026.
  • Gandy was charged with murder on February 16, 2026.
  • Gandy's first court appearance was scheduled for February 17, 2026.

The players

Nicholas Jordan Gandy

A 37-year-old man charged with the murder of his longtime girlfriend, Tabulon Debreshea Reece.

Tabulon Debreshea Reece

A 33-year-old woman who was found shot dead in northeast Charlotte.

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What’s next

Gandy's first appearance in court is scheduled for Tuesday, February 17, 2026, where a judge will decide whether to grant him bail.

The takeaway

This tragic case highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence and the need for greater awareness, prevention, and support services to protect vulnerable individuals in relationships.