A man accused of stabbing a passenger on Charlotte's light rail was denied bail, pending formal charges.

A suspect in the December 8, 2025, Charlotte light rail stabbing was ordered held without bail during his first court appearance. Authorities say he allegedly attacked a passenger with a knife, causing an emergency response and service disruption. Prosecutors argued he poses a public safety risk, while defense attorneys sought lower bail, which the judge denied, citing flight risk and crime severity. No formal charges have been filed, and a preliminary hearing is scheduled to determine charges. The incident has reignited concerns about public transit safety.