News Summary
Early Saturday morning, two individuals were shot at Hillcrest Apartments in Asheville. Police responded around 3:45 a.m., discovering shell casings and damaged vehicles. One victim was treated at Mission Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries, while the second victim arrived at AdventHealth with a gunshot wound to the leg. The Asheville Police Department is investigating the incident and seeking public assistance. Community safety remains a priority as officials urge residents to report any information regarding the shooting.
Asheville – Two individuals were shot early Saturday morning at Hillcrest Apartments located at 100 Atkinson Street. The shooting, which occurred around 3:45 a.m., prompted a response from the Asheville Police Department, who are currently investigating the incident.
Initial findings at the scene revealed damage to multiple vehicles alongside the presence of shell casings and blood. However, no victims were found onsite at the time of the police response.
Later reports confirmed that one of the victims arrived at Mission Hospital with injuries that were classified as non-life-threatening. A second victim reportedly arrived at AdventHealth in Henderson County, suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg.
Asheville police are actively investigating the case but have not released any information regarding potential suspects. The authorities are asking for the public’s assistance, encouraging anyone who may have information related to the shooting to come forward.
Individuals with tips can contact the Asheville Police Department at 828-252-1110. Additionally, anonymous tips can be submitted through the TIP2APD smartphone application or by texting TIP2APD to 847411.
This shooting incident follows closely after another reported mass shooting that occurred during a Juneteenth celebration in Anderson, although there is no indication that the two incidents are connected in any way.
The investigation remains ongoing as police work to piece together the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Authorities are committed to ensuring community safety and addressing any concerns that residents may have following this violent event.
Asheville residents are encouraged to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement. More updates will be provided as the investigation develops.
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- WLOS: Asheville Police Ask for Public’s Help in Shooting
- WSPA: Two Shot in Asheville
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- Google Search: Asheville shooting news
- Wikipedia: Asheville, North Carolina
