A Life Stolen in the Quiet Hours of Morning
Charlotte awoke to grief on November 30, 2025, after the tragic early morning shooting that claimed the life of 29-year-old D’andre Weaver. The incident unfolded near the Queen’s Cabaret on Atando Avenue—a place that, for many, was once just another late-night landmark but has now become the backdrop of unimaginable pain. Around 4:47 a.m., gunfire broke the stillness of the morning, cutting short a life filled with possibility, laughter, and energy. D’andre was rushed to the hospital, but despite desperate attempts to save him, he succumbed to his injuries. The weight of this loss hangs heavily over family, friends, and a community struggling to comprehend how quickly a night can turn into heartbreak. For those who loved him, the world feels quieter, colder, and forever changed.
Violence That Echoes Through a Community Already Worn by Loss
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department confirmed that the shooting that took D’andre’s life—and the life of a second victim—was a double homicide. The second victim, still unnamed, crashed their vehicle near the crime scene before being transported to the hospital, where they later passed away. As investigators work tirelessly to unravel what led to this tragedy, they face the harrowing task of piecing together fragments of fear, confusion, and violence. Surveillance footage is being reviewed, witnesses are being interviewed, and the CMPD Homicide Unit is urging anyone with information to step forward. But even as the investigation unfolds, the emotional fallout deepens. Charlotte has battled rising concerns about safety around nightlife venues, and this latest loss feels like a painful reminder of how fragile peace can be. Neighbors, friends, and strangers have expressed anger, sorrow, and a desperate longing for answers—answers that may take time to uncover.
Remembering D’andre: A Soul Gone Too Soon, A Heart Gone Too Quiet
In the midst of police reports and investigation updates, it is easy to lose sight of the most important truth: D’andre Weaver was more than a statistic, more than a headline, more than “one of two victims.” He was a son, a friend, a loved one—a vibrant individual whose presence filled rooms with energy and warmth