September 23, 2025

Three Injured in Asheville Shootings, Investigation Underway

Asheville, NC, September 23, 2025

News Summary

Two separate shooting incidents in Asheville, N.C., on Sunday night left three injured, prompting a temporary lockdown at Mission Hospital. The first shooting occurred around 10:11 p.m. in the Livingston Street area, where authorities found 19 shell casings but no injuries. The second incident, about 20 minutes later at Deaverview Apartments, resulted in three gunshot victims being transported to Mission Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Both scenes yielded a significant number of shell casings, and police are urging the public to assist in identifying suspects.

Asheville, N.C. – Two separate shootings that occurred on Sunday night have left three individuals injured and prompted a temporary lockdown at Mission Hospital. The incidents unfolded in the Livingston Street area and at Deaverview Apartments, both locations authorities are actively investigating.

The first shooting incident was reported around 10:11 p.m. in the Livingston Street area, where officers discovered 19 shell casings. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries or damage to property at that time, and the suspects had fled the scene before police arrived.

Approximately 20 minutes later, officers responded to a separate report of gunshot victims at Deaverview Apartments. Upon arrival, they found two gunshot victims outside and a third inside a residence. Notably, one of the victims was located inside a vehicle also occupied by an infant in a car seat. All three gunshot victims were transported to Mission Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

In addition to the victims, authorities found 46 shell casings and five projectiles at the Deaverview Apartments scene. The shootings caused damage to four apartments and 10 vehicles in the vicinity. In response to the situation, Mission Hospital went into lockdown around 11 p.m. as a precaution due to the proximity of the shootings. The lockdown has since been lifted, allowing normal operations to resume.

As of now, no charges have been filed in connection with the shootings, and the Asheville Police Department is actively working to identify and locate the suspects involved in these crimes. Surveillance video from both shooting locations has identified a dark red four-door Hyundai sedan associated with the incidents.

The Asheville Police Department is urging the public to assist in their investigations by providing any relevant information. Individuals who wish to share tips can do so anonymously through the TIP2APD smartphone app or by texting TIP2APD to 847411. For direct communication, the police department can be contacted at 828-252-1110.

The Asheville community is remaining vigilant as investigators continue their work to address this violent episode. Authorities are calling for increased awareness and safety precautions among residents in the area.

FAQ

What happened in Asheville on Sunday night?

Two separate shootings occurred in Asheville, N.C. on Sunday night.

What were the locations of the shootings?

The first incident was reported in the Livingston Street area and the second at Deaverview Apartments.

Were there any injuries reported?

Three individuals were injured and taken to Mission Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

What evidence was found at the crime scenes?

At the Livingston Street scene, officers found 19 shell casings. At Deaverview Apartments, 46 shell casings and five projectiles were discovered.

What did the shooting at Deaverview Apartments involve?

Officers found two gunshot victims outside and a third inside a residence, with one victim located inside a vehicle occupied by an infant in a car seat.

What was the status of Mission Hospital during the investigation?

Mission Hospital went into lockdown around 11 p.m. due to the proximity of the shootings; the lockdown has since been lifted.

How can the public assist the police in their investigation?

The Asheville Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in providing information about these incidents. Tips can be sent anonymously via the TIP2APD smartphone app or by texting TIP2APD to 847411.

Key Features of the Incident

Feature	Details
Initial Shooting Location	Livingston Street area
Time of First Incident	10:11 p.m.
Shell Casings at First Scene	19
Second Incident Location	Deaverview Apartments
Time of Second Incident	Approximately 10:31 p.m.
Injured Individuals	3
Shell Casings at Second Scene	46
Damage Reported	4 apartments and 10 vehicles
Mission Hospital Lockdown Start Time	11 p.m.
Suspect Vehicle Description	Dark red four-door Hyundai sedan