Updated release from Asheville Police Department:
The Asheville Police Department has charged a juvenile in this incident. Pursuant to NCGS Chapter 7B, no additional information regarding the identity of the juvenile will be released. can be released.
Press release from Asheville Police Department:
At approximately 8:30 p.m. on August 4, the Asheville Police Department responded to 495 Haywood Road after reports of individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. Upon arrival officers located two victims, uninjured, who reported that a black male approached their vehicle and began shooting. Officers located three shell casings in the parking lot, near the vehicle.
Detectives have developed a person of interest and are continuing to follow-up on all leads and analyze evidence.
We encourage anyone with information on this incident to contact the Asheville Police Department at (828) 252-1110.
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