Man Shot in Asheville Following Argument at Grocery Store; Suspect at Large
A man was shot on Sunday afternoon, May 5, following an argument at a grocery store in Asheville, North
Carolina. The suspect involved in the shooting is still at
large.
Argument Escalates into Gun Violence
According to an Asheville Police Department officer, the incident unfolded at H&B Grocery located on State
Street. Two unidentified males engaged in an argument at the store, which eventually led to a violent
altercation. Following the heated dispute, the victim, a 35-year-old male, proceeded to walk towards the Pisgah
View Apartments, while the other individual involved in the argument drove away from the scene.
Shooting Takes Place at Pisgah View
The situation took a drastic turn when the suspect, who had also driven towards Pisgah View, waited for the victim
near the apartments. Witnesses reported that around 3:15 p.m., the suspect ambushed the victim as he approached
Pisgah View, shooting him in the abdomen area. Following the attack, the suspect swiftly fled the scene in his
vehicle, leaving the victim in a serious condition.
Investigation Ongoing
Asheville Police Department is currently conducting an investigation into the incident. While the authorities do
not yet possess any identifying information about the suspect, they are in the process of retrieving surveillance
footage from nearby areas to aid in identifying the assailant. It remains unclear whether the victim and the
suspect are acquainted with each other.
Seeking Public Assistance
Law enforcement officials have assured the public that there is no imminent threat following the shooting, as it
appears to have been a targeted attack. Individuals with any information regarding the incident are urged to
contact the Asheville Police Department. Anonymous tips can be submitted through smartphone application or by texting.
Developing Story
The investigation into this shooting incident is ongoing, and further updates are anticipated as more details
emerge.
