Argument Over Video Console Led to Shooting in Asheville

Asheville -- Asheville Police Department August 9, 2021 

Asheville Police Department reported a shooting in Asheville this morning. An argument over a video console led to the shooting in an apartment.

Details of the incident can be read in the report below:

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An argument over a video console ended in a shooting. The victim was shot once in the arm and did not want to be treated at the hospital. One additional person was in the apartment sleeping when the shooting occurred. The incident happened at 3:21 a.m. on August 8 on the porch of an apartment on Granada Street.
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.

Since January 1, 2021 the Asheville Police Department has responded to 345 calls for service reporting gunshots or someone shot. In addition, 26 people have been shot in Asheville.

wnctimes Marjorie Farrington