Former Shelby Police Officer Charged After Video Shows Woman Being Beaten During Arrest

A former Shelby Police Officer is facing criminal charges after a widely circulated doorbell camera video appeared to show him repeatedly punching a woman during an arrest, sparking public outrage, protests, and renewed conversations about Police Accountability.

Karson Hyder, 22, a former officer with the Shelby Police Department, was charged Monday with assault inflicting serious injury after State Investigators reviewed footage of the incident involving 34-year-old Cherrie Moore. Hyder turned himself in to authorities and was later released on a $10,000 secured bond.

The incident occurred on May 29th while officers were responding to a Criminal Investigation in Shelby, North Carolina. Video recorded by a Home Security Camera shows Moore and Hyder struggling before the officer takes her to the ground and strikes her multiple times in the face. A second officer can be seen intervening and attempting to stop the confrontation.

The footage quickly spread across social media, prompting criticism from community members and Civil Rights Advocates. Demonstrators gathered in downtown Shelby demanding accountability and transparency from law enforcement.

Shelby Police Chief Brad Fraser described the officer’s actions as “inappropriate and unacceptable” and announced that Hyder had been suspended before being terminated following an Internal Investigation. The findings were then turned over to the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation for an independent review.

According to court documents, Moore initially faced charges including resisting arrest and assault on an officer. However, reports indicate some of those charges have since been dismissed. Moore’s attorney said she is recovering from her injuries and receiving Mental Health Treatment.

The case has reignited national discussions about the use of force by Law Enforcement Officers and the importance of independent investigations when allegations of excessive force arise. Community Leaders have called for continued oversight to ensure public trust in the Criminal Justice System.

The State Bureau of Investigation’s inquiry remains ongoing.