ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The Asheville Police Department is investigating a shooting at Lee Walker Heights that left a man with minor gunshot wounds and damaged multiple vehicles.
APD detectives are investigating the shooting, which occurred early on Sunday, July 5, at the South Slope apartment complex.
According to a police press release, APD officers responded to gun discharge reports around 4:49 a.m., July 5, at Lee Garden Lane. Upon arrival, the officers spotted a vehicle driving at high speeds and disregard to traffic signals. The vehicle soon arrived at Mission Hospital, located around one mile from the crime scene.
“The vehicle had sustained damage from gunfire, and one passenger was suffering from a minor gunshot wound to the shoulder,” APD reported. “The victim was treated for their injury.”
APD said that detectives and forensic technicians discovered a “large crime scene” at the original call location, collecting evidence like shell casings and noting two vehicles damaged by gunfire.
APD is asking the public for any information they may have about the case.
“Please contact APD at (828) 252-1110,” APD said. “You can also send an anonymous tip using the TIP2APD smartphone application (search “Asheville PD” in your app store) or by texting TIP2APD to 847411.”