Charlotte Man Released on Bond After Traffic Cone Assaults
A 32-year-old suspect faces assault charges after allegedly striking two women with a traffic cone in Charlotte.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Sex Crimes
Evin Sims has been released on a $10,000 bond following his arrest for alleged assaults at a Dilworth business. He is accused of striking two women with a traffic cone on East Boulevard.
Why it matters
The case highlights concerns regarding public safety in high-traffic commercial areas of Charlotte. Prosecutors have mandated that the defendant maintain no contact with the identified victims as legal proceedings move forward.
Evin Sims faces two counts of assault on a female and a charge of communicating threats, supported by a total bond of $10,000. Law enforcement agencies identified the suspect through surveillance footage from the scene.
The players
Evin Sims
The 32-year-old suspect is currently facing multiple criminal charges including assault on a female.
The details
The defendant allegedly attacked a 27-year-old woman by hitting her in the head with a traffic cone at a Circle K on East Boulevard. A second 24-year-old victim sustained a forehead cut during the same incident, which police reconstructed using surveillance footage.
Timeline
September 27: The alleged traffic cone attacks occurred at the Circle K.
Legal Context
These charges follow standard investigative procedures used by Charlotte authorities to address violent public disturbances. The case reflects broader local efforts to prosecute physical assaults using available video evidence to secure indictments.
The incident serves as a reminder for residents to remain vigilant in high-traffic areas like Dilworth where security cameras are actively monitored by police. The court's no-contact order is intended to prevent further interactions between the suspect and the victims.
The takeaway
The court has strictly prohibited the defendant from having any further contact with the victims involved in this case. Residents should report any future suspicious activity to local authorities to assist in ongoing community safety efforts.
Further reading
For more information on local judicial processes, visit the Sex Crimes section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WCCB Charlotte.
