Asheville, N.C. — A tragic incident unfolded at Pisgah View Apartments on Monday afternoon where two men lost their lives in a shooting, Asheville police confirmed. Authorities received a distress call around 3:19 p.m. reporting the sounds of gunshots, which apparently marked the city’s latest fatal violence.
Upon their arrival at the scene, law enforcement officers discovered two individuals in the primary living space of the dwelling. Immediate life-saving efforts were administered as first responders performed CPR on one of the victims, who was declared deceased shortly thereafter. The second individual was also found lifeless.
Deputy Chief Sean Aardema of the Asheville Police Department indicated that the scenario suggested more people might have been present in the apartment at the time of the incident. “There is evidence suggesting the violent act took place inside the apartment,” Aardema elaborated during a brief with the press.
Investigative teams, including detectives and forensic technicians, quickly converged on the scene. Their efforts are coordinated with the N.C. Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to ascertain the exact cause and circumstances that led to both deaths. The presence of crucial forensic evidence pointed to the likelihood of pursuing suspects, although identities had yet to be ascertained.
This double homicide incident brings Asheville’s count to 13 such cases this year alone, marking a concerning trend in local crime rates.
The Asheville police continue to delve into the case, seeking to uncover more about the events that led up to the shooting as well as the identities of those involved. In an appeal to the community, authorities have encouraged anyone with information to come forward and assist with the ongoing investigation. Information can be relayed directly to the Asheville Police Department, anonymously through the TIP2APD smartphone app, or by texting TIP2APD to 847411.
The community remains in shock as the investigation evolves, amid hopes that sharing information might bring some form of resolution to this disheartening event. As the story develops, further details are expected to emerge shedding light on this tragic occurrence and potentially helping to curb the tide of violence.