A suspect in a shooting at Spruce Hill Apartments in Haw Creek, Asheville, North Carolina, remains at large as of May 14, 2026. The Asheville Police Department (APD) reports two individuals were shot— one in the head and another in the abdomen— during an incident at 11:40 a.m. Surveillance footage shows the suspect wearing a pink hooded sweater and red pants before fleeing on foot. Authorities believe the three involved knew each other and confirm no ongoing public threat. One victim was released from the hospital, while the other remains in critical condition. APD is urging the public to assist in locating the suspect, requesting tips via phone at (828) 252-1110, the TIP2APD app, or texting TIP2APD to 847411. Residents near the apartment complex expressed mild concern but trust in law enforcement. A prior 2018 shooting at the location was noted, but no direct connection to the current case has been established.