Brandi Merrick, 37, a mother of three, was last seen leaving a family member’s home in Charlotte on June 8th. On July 31st, her ex-boyfriend was charged with her murder. A judge has since denied him bond after prosecutors revealed cell phone data, forensic evidence, and a documented history of abuse. As of this recording, Brandi has still not been found.
In this episode, we walk through what was known then, what’s known now, and where the case stands, including a prior 2017 charge against the accused, the digital trail investigators used to build their case, and what Brandi’s mother and sister have said publicly since the arrest.
If you have information related to this case, contact CMPD directly or Charlotte Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600, referencing report #2026-0612-1441-00. If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24/7 at 1-800-799-7233.
Our thoughts remain with Brandi’s family, friends, and community.
