Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer, alongside the Asheville Police Chief, has issued a statement addressing the alarming rise in gun violence in the city, which has seen four separate incidents in just one week. These incidents have resulted in multiple injuries, including a recent shooting on July 24 where one individual was shot twice at an apartment complex and later hospitalized.
The mayor expressed deep sadness over these events, stating that the Asheville community deserves to live free from the threat of violence. To combat this issue, both the city leadership and police emphasize the need for active collaboration among residents and organizations to promote safety and prevent further incidents. The Asheville Police Department is ramping up patrols in areas that have been affected, seeking community assistance in identifying suspects involved in the shootings.
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