Woman Charged in Stabbing of Pregnant Shopper at Charlotte Harris Teeter

Marvina Hardy arrested in Florida after Crime Stoppers tips helped identify her as the suspect.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 11:05am

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A woman has been charged with stabbing a pregnant woman outside a Harris Teeter grocery store in southeast Charlotte, North Carolina. Marvina Hardy was located in Florida and will be extradited back to Charlotte to face charges of assault with a deadly weapon and battery of an unborn child. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to recover.

Why it matters

Random acts of violence, especially those targeting vulnerable individuals like pregnant women, are deeply concerning for the local community. This incident has raised questions about security measures at grocery stores and whether more can be done to protect shoppers.

The details

According to police, Marvina Hardy is accused of stabbing a pregnant woman in the parking lot of the Harris Teeter in the Cotswold neighborhood on March 18. The victim and suspect did not know each other and had no prior interactions, indicating this was a random attack. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to make a full recovery.

  • The stabbing incident occurred on March 18, 2026.
  • Marvina Hardy was located and arrested in Florida.

The players

Marvina Hardy

A woman who has been charged with assault with a deadly weapon and battery of an unborn child for the stabbing of a pregnant woman outside a Harris Teeter in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that announced Hardy's arrest and charges after Crime Stoppers tips helped identify her as the suspect.

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What they’re saying

“Crime Stoppers tips about the surveillance video shared by police helped identify her as a suspect.”

— Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department

What’s next

Marvina Hardy will be extradited from Florida back to Charlotte to face the charges.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of community cooperation and vigilance in helping law enforcement solve violent crimes. While random acts of violence are deeply concerning, this case demonstrates the value of Crime Stoppers programs and the ability of the public to assist in identifying suspects.