He resigns , saying such an action is in the best interest of the city . City Council agents arrest Patrick D. Cannon Charlotte Mayor on corruption charges . Patrick D. Cannon , 47 , faces federal charges of theft and bribery concerning programs receiving federal funds , honest services wire fraud and extortion under color of official right , according to a press release from U.S. Attorney Anne Tompkins of western North Carolina . He allegedly took more than $ 48,000 in cash and more two years . The mayor 's office declines comment .
He resigns , saying such an action is in the best interest of the city . City Council agents arrest Patrick D. Cannon Charlotte Mayor on corruption charges . He allegedly took more than $ 48,000 in cash and more two years . The mayor 's office declines comment .