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APD, sheriff and partners describe response after spike in gun discharges
Summary
APD reported an approximately 22% increase in calls for gun discharges compared with the same period last year, described multi‑agency arrests and seizures, and said it is coordinating with federal and county prosecutors and community partners on prevention and prosecution strategies.
The Asheville Police Department told the Public Safety Committee March 26 it responded to an unusual weekend spike in firearm discharges and is pursuing a multi‑agency, prevention‑and‑enforcement strategy.
APD presenters said the city saw a roughly 22% increase in calls for gun discharges compared with the same period last year, concentrated in the…
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