Charlotte Man Charged in Traffic Cone Assaults
A 32-year-old man was charged with assaulting two women with a traffic cone in the Dilworth neighborhood.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Sex Crimes
Police have charged 32-year-old Evin Sims with two counts of assault on a female following an incident at a Charlotte gas station. The suspect allegedly struck two women with a traffic cone before fleeing the scene.
Why it matters
The case highlights concerns regarding public safety at local retail locations following the unprovoked attacks. Community members and patrons at the East Boulevard site have been alerted to the incident as the legal process moves forward.
Evin Sims faces two counts of assault on a female following the incident at the Circle K gas station. Authorities formally filed these charges on October 1, 2026.
The players
Evin Sims
The 32-year-old Charlotte man was charged with two counts of assault on a female after allegedly attacking two women with a traffic cone.
Sandy Stirrup
The victim reported being hit in the head with a traffic cone while she was pumping gas at the Circle K on East Boulevard.
The details
Victim Sandy Stirrup reported being struck in the head with an orange traffic cone while pumping gas at the East Boulevard location. A second victim also stated that the suspect threw a traffic cone at her head before he fled the area on foot.
Timeline
The alleged assaults occurred at 7:30 p.m. on September 27, 2026.
Victim Sandy Stirrup spoke to local media regarding the incident on September 28, 2026.
Evin Sims was charged with two counts of assault on October 1, 2026.
Legal Context
This case tests the efficacy of the 2026 Charlotte public safety ordinance regarding gas station security in protecting patrons from random violence. Local authorities continue to evaluate whether additional site-specific security measures are required following such incidents.
Residents and patrons in the Dilworth neighborhood are encouraged to remain vigilant when using public gas stations at night. Local authorities are investigating the incident to determine if security protocols at the East Boulevard site require updates.
The takeaway
Public safety incidents like this serve as a reminder for individuals to maintain awareness of their surroundings in high-traffic public areas. Reporting suspicious behavior or physical threats immediately remains the most effective way to assist law enforcement in building a criminal case.
Further reading
For more information on similar legal proceedings in the area, visit the Sex Crimes section.
