Manager run over after confronting man and woman stealing tires

Press release from Asheville Police Department:

Asheville, NC (August 23, 2021): A Discount Tire Manager was run over by a vehicle after confronting a man and a woman attempting to steal tires. Fortunately, the manager had minor injuries and was not transported to the hospital. Detectives need your help to identify the man and woman involved in this incident. This happened at 11:40 a.m. on August 20.

The man and woman were in a 2012-2014 model black Toyota Highlander with a temporary tag. The man is described as white, in his 50s, large build, with salt and pepper colored hair. The woman is described as white, in her early 40s, tall, with a tan complexion.

Detectives are investigating this incident, but need your help. If you would like to anonymously share information you can text TIP2APD to 847411, or use the TIP2APD smartphone app. You can also share information by calling 828-252-1110.

 

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