Here’s the press release from the APD:
Asheville – On April 5th, 2014 at approximately 7:21 PM, Alexander Fishel, 18, of Asheville , was cited for damage to property for spray painting graffiti near the Western North Carolina Nature Center and Wal-Mart on Bleachery Blvd in East Asheville.
In addition to increased police patrols, City staff members across the organization have been working with business owners and community leaders to address the graffiti problem. Efforts are aimed at both immediate and mid-to-long term solutions.
The first and most important action to take when observing someone “tagging” or damaging property is to report it immediately. The Asheville Police Department number is 828-252-1110. Buncombe County Crime Stoppers is 828-255-5050.
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