The Charlotte Observer’s best photos from April to a horrific shooting’s aftermath
The Pham
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Every day visual journalists bear witness to the people in our communities and their stories — the energy from high school sports, compelling news events, glimpses into iconic businesses and the arts, or a simple portrait of an individual for a story.
Some images are pleasant while others are painful, and heart-wrenching to produce.
In this collection of our best visual journalism from April and into early May, heart-wrenching images are plentiful. That’s due to our commitment to report deeply on the horrific April 29 shootings of law enforcement officers in East Charlotte, and all that followed.
Our mission is to document truthfully, fairly and with compassion.
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