Daughter Sought Answers in 2002 Cold Case Homicide
Diamond King has appealed for information regarding the 2002 killing of her father, Michael Williams, in Charlotte.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Violence
Diamond King has publicly requested information about the unsolved 2002 homicide of her father, Michael Williams. Williams was 30 years old when he was fatally shot at a residence on Sampson Street.
Why it matters
The appeal brings renewed focus to a cold case that has remained unsolved for 24 years. Crime Stoppers is currently offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest in the incident.
Crime Stoppers is offering a maximum reward of $5,000 for tips leading to an arrest. No individuals have been charged in the 24-year-old investigation.
The players
Diamond King
She is the 30-year-old daughter of the victim who is actively seeking information regarding her father's unsolved homicide.
Michael Williams
He was a 30-year-old man who was shot and killed in Charlotte during a 2002 incident.
Crime Stoppers
This organization facilitates anonymous tips to law enforcement and manages cash rewards for information leading to arrests.
The details
Michael Williams was killed at a home on Sampson Street in Charlotte in May 2002. His daughter, Diamond King, is now 30 years old and has three sons while seeking closure regarding the unresolved shooting.
Timeline
Michael Williams was shot and killed in May 2002.
Diamond King requested information about the case on October 14, 2026.
Legal Context
The public appeal marks a formal attempt to reinvigorate an investigation that has stalled since the 2002 homicide of Michael Williams. Such requests for information serve as a critical tool for local law enforcement when traditional investigative leads have been exhausted.
Residents can provide anonymous tips by calling Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600. Callers are not required to provide their names when sharing information with the agency.
The takeaway
Families of long-term cold case victims often rely on public awareness campaigns to generate new investigative leads. Anonymous tip lines provide a secure method for community members to share information without fear of retaliation.
Further reading
For more information on ongoing investigations, visit the Charlotte Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wbtv.
