ASHEVILLE, NC (WSPA) – Hundreds of protesters were in downtown Asheville Monday night for a peaceful protest which turned violent just before 11:00pm. Asheville's city council unanimously approves plans for reparations The measure is a historic step to repair centuries of racial prejudice. Witnesses also reported groups were burning an American flag and breaking into businesses in downtown Asheville. Use the 'Report' link on His … SWAT and APD cleared the crowded streets of downtown by 2:30 a.m. RELATED: Police Chief: 4 arrested after protest involving throwing of rocks, fireworks and damage to property in Asheville. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. With the support of readers like you, we provide thoughtfully researched articles for a more informed and connected community. Earlier in the day the mayor of … A spokesperson for APD told Carolina Public Press in a Thursday morning email that the police received a complaint from that property owner on Monday. Contrary to reports that the medic station had been city approved, Zack contended it was not. Manheimer responded to reports of the incident with a statement on her Facebook page during the day. Because water bottles, in particular, have been continuously used over the last three nights, officers destroyed them. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism All our stories are free to access. ASHEVILLE, N.C. (FOX Carolina)  -- In wake of several protests within Asheville City limits - some involving violence - the Police Department has requested the assistance of the National Guard. Shale Remien has the story. This is your chance to support credible, community-based, public-service journalism. ASHEVILLE - Chad Nesbitt, a local Republican activist and Facebook blogger, sustained a head injury during protests Sept. 23 in downtown Asheville. We can do better and we will. “The actions involving the supply station occurred following multiple warnings and after the 8 p.m. citywide curfew.”. Officers have also searched for potentially dangerous objects such as explosives.”. “The supply station was not permitted by the city of Asheville and was located on private property without the permission of the property owner,” he said. There was a problem saving your notification. Mayor Esther Manheimer issued this statement: I respect everyone’s right to demonstrate and express their anger, sadness and frustration. Asheville Office of Equity and Inclusion . Henson said the people throwing fireworks and damaging property represented a very small percentage of the movement. Your email address will not be published. person will not be tolerated. Officials in the North Carolina city of Asheville have apologized for its historic role in slavery and discrimination and voted to provide reparations. If any individual attempts to pick up or cover a tear gas canister, law enforcement will respond with additional tear gas and pepper balls. You have permission to edit this article. Following the last two night’s of unrest and destruction of property, I am declaring a city-wide State of Emergency and issuing a curfew beginning tonight. Blake was … Video: Rioters Celebrate Hospitalization Of Journalist They Attacked In Asheville, NC Chad Nesbitt Is Currently Hospitalized With A Traumatic Brain Injury As A Result Of The Attack In another bout of what seems to be left-wing violence, Skyline News reporter Chad Nesbitt was assaulted in Asheville, North Carolina tonight. Later, a member of the group acknowledged that it had permission from the surrounding stores to be there but had been unaware that a different individual actually owned all of the property in the alley off Patton Avenue where they had set up. nigel: night number two of protests in asheville. Carolina Public Press is an independent nonprofit news organization dedicated to nonpartisan, in-depth and investigative news built upon the facts and context North Carolinians need to know. Asheville is known as the “Seattle” of North Carolina, with Raleigh not being far behind. Late Thursday afternoon, Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer posted the following to her Facebook page: computer model in a few minutes. accounts, the history behind an article. “We apologize for not being able to confiscate these supplies last night.”. The … While Pride is a celebration of visibility, equality, and self-affirmation; it is necessary to remember that Pride commemorates the 1969 Stonewall riots. Don't Threaten. Contact him at ftaylor@carolinapublicpress.org. Stay up to date on what's happening around the Upstate and the Mountains throughout the day with FOX Carolina's audio flash briefings. ASHEVILLE, NC (WSPA) – Hundreds of protesters were in downtown Asheville Monday night for a peaceful protest which turned violent just before 11:00pm. ASHEVILLE, N.C. (AP) — Police officers in North Carolina stomped on water bottles and destroyed medical supplies at a station set up to aid demonstrators protesting the death of George Floyd. Ashvegas is owned by Dez Inc dba GulfStream Communications, a family owned company based in Charleston, S.C., which … “The Asheville Police Department would always prefer confiscation over destruction,” Zack said. A 7 News crew at the scene reported tear gas being deployed. But unlike Seattle, Asheville police officers do not mess around in these matters, as evidenced by what took place last night. As police began enforcing the 8 p.m. curfew Tuesday, they entered a downtown medic station, forcefully pushed staff away and violently destroyed bottles and jugs of water with knives and their feet. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, (Source: Carolyn Morrisroe). ASHEVILLE – Police and National Guard troops in gas masks and heavy riot gear confronted protesters Wednesday night in downtown Asheville, using tear gas to disperse crowds defying an 8 p.m. curfew put in place after peaceful demonstrations turned violent on previous nights. Asheville’s protests, like those elsewhere, have primarily been peaceful. Doesn't surprise me, I've encountered more radical racist liberals here than back home in Calif. We are a city that cares, and I want to thank all of our officers who have taken a knee and worked to protect us. Our award-winning, breakthrough journalism dismantles barriers and shines a light on the critical overlooked and under-reported issues facing our state’s 10.2 million residents. In June of every year, Pride Month is celebrated by the LGBTQIA+ community across the country. Your support funds important public interest journalism. Staff members at the medic station gave statements to the news media indicating that they believed they had an oral agreement with police to operate there and that the aggressive and destructive police behavior came without clear warning or explanation. Please contact the developer of this form processor to improve this message. Protest in Asheville turned violent overnight. someone reportedly threw fireworks at police. "It was six hours of peaceful protesting. There were minor incidents, but nothing major, nothing aggressive really. Carolina Public Press provides in-depth, investigative reporting on issues affecting Western North Carolina in a nonprofit, nonpartisan setting. The claim: Asheville, NC, police destroyed a medical station during Tuesday night's protest. A confederate statue of Zebulon Vance was also spray painted with graffiti.Â, Some protesters were seen downtown helping to clean up the vandalized stores.Â. Learn More{{/message}}. According to WLOS News 13, Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer released a statement: “I am aware of the incident involving officers destroying the medical supplies of … In bigger cities, destructive protests have materially helped the poor by distracting the cops while they looted from the rich, often without violence; but in Asheville, without much looting, I’m less clear on the material purpose of riots. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. Threats of harming another We'd love to hear eyewitness The server responded with {{status_text}} (code {{status_code}}). The city said in a tweet “Asheville protesters reach an agreement w/ AVL Police. Hopefully the cesspool South will burn for good this time, America doesn't need this dump. Hemp is a hot crop, so why are so few Black farmers growing it? that is degrading to another person. Friday's protest follows the rally and march that began Thursday morning that led to the sit-in and subsequent sleep-in at Asheville Police Department headquarters. It's hilarious to hear a radical leftist squealing in their hideous southern drawls and accents. officers responded with tear gas and rubber bullets. Required fields are marked *. Late Tuesday afternoon, the chief provided a statement attempting to justify officers’ actions at the medic station by describing preemptive self-defense against water bottles. Asheville Police have also asked for help from local, state and federal resources. while addressing court in kidnapping, sexual assault case, Investigation into death of Georgia teen found in a rolled-up gym mat 8 years ago will be reopened, Tesla is about to unveil an updated Cybertruck, Elon Musk says, $1,400 stimulus payments will start going out this weekend, Missing 4-year-old from Greenville Co. was found safe with biological father in TN; investigation ongoing. On Thursday, he asked students to share comments on the Capitol riots without their names attached. A dispute over police actions during Tuesday night’s protest drew an expression of disappointment from Mayor Esther Manheimer on Wednesday and a late afternoon statement of explanation from Police Chief David Zack. It is important that we support the people’s right to expression, while still ensuring the safety of everyone in our community. ANDERSON, SC (FOX Carolina) - Thursday morning, a suspect accused of abducting a woman from a grocery store parking lot and sexually assaulting her at another location went before a judge and was denied bond.Â. All rights reserved. Like much of the rest of North Carolina and the nation, Asheville has been the scene of protests over the last week due to the death of George Floyd, who died in police custody in Minnesota. There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription. Like much of the rest of North Carolina and the nation, Asheville has been the scene of protests over the last week due to the death of George Floyd, who died in police custody in Minnesota. If you are out past the 8 p.m. curfew, you will be arrested. Water bottles were a key focus, Zack said, because of their role on previous nights of protest. On behalf of the city I apologized to London Newton and (Sean) Miller who have made an enormous effort to fundraise for and organize this needed service. Get the latest North Carolina coronavirus developments, such as vaccine distribution and reopening plans, in your inbox weekly. Asheville Police have also asked for help from local, state and federal resources. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. The curfew will run from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Your email address will not be published. Please contact the developer of this form processor to improve this message. In the video captured Tuesday by the Asheville Citizen-Times, police in riot gear and holding shields surround other officers who are seen stomping on cases of … Be Proactive. Although less eventful than on some other recent nights when some downtown locations have been vandalized, Wednesday’s activities included several arrests of those violating the curfew. (Source: Carolyn Morrisroe), Reports of tear gas being deployed in downtown Asheville.Â, Some protesters work to clean up vandalism to a storefront in Asheville.Â, Reports of tear gas being deployed by viewers.Â, A statue of Zebulon Vance, a confederate officer, was vandalized in Asheville this evening. However, witness statements indicated no attempt to confiscate was made, with officers seizing some bottles and pouring them out. A storefront window is smashed by crowds. ", Following the fireworks, police deployed tear gas and pepper balls to disperse the crowds.Â, Henson was in the area where the tear gas was fired. After protests in Asheville, North Carolina, social media posts … We do not sell or share your information with anyone. The mob brought a coffin filled with dirt and manure to the APD precinct. Chaos broke out in several major U.S. cities on Sunday night as rioters hijacked what had been peaceful protests over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody. And I want to thank (UNC-Asheville) Chancellor Nancy Cable who brought us together to have this important conversation.”. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Below are the names of suspects and their charges: Protesters gathered in front of the municipal building for the second night in a row on Monday.Â, Police say that after hours of peaceful protests, several rounds of fireworks were shot at police officers who were standing in front of the municipal building.Â, "It was so fast," said Matt Henson, who was at the protest. APD is locking down the area. Please join us! each comment to let us know of abusive posts. That’s right, they dropped off animal dung in a […] Please either update your browser to a recent version or update your Flash plugin. On behalf of the city I apologized to. Sean Miller, a spokesperson for the medic group, said the group had no idea why police were acting as they did, using physical force against both the people and their supplies. She said they received no warning. ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Asheville police fired tear gas just before 10 p.m. Tuesday night after crowds ignored the 8 p.m. curfew. Share with Us. CAUTION - Reports of gunshots in the area around the courthouse. If an explosive device is directed toward law enforcement, or protesters, law enforcement will respond with tear gas and pepper balls. Well, if you'd like to swap a Georgian Estate for a Colonial Revival, do we have a house for you. This is a first step in coming together. Be Nice. Video taken by the Asheville Citizen Times shows Asheville police officers in riot gear and holding shields forming a protective circle around other officers […] Make us your source for trusted news in North Carolina. Please reload the page and try again. ASHEVILLE, N.C. (FOX Carolina) -- In wake of several protests within Asheville City limits … I'm not a monster." I did not enjoy that. We worked together to make sure they can continue to provide medical services and we offered and they have accepted a reimbursement for their supply losses. Over the weekend and last night, thousands of protesters turned out nationwide in order to pay tribute to George Floyd — an unarmed black man who died after Derek Chauvin, a Minneapolis police officer, kneeled on his neck during an arrest last week.The four officers at the scene were all fired, and Chauvin has been criminally charged with third degree murder + manslaughter. Christina Hallingse with Asheville Police says they are further investigating after shell casings were located downtown, after multiple weapons were discharged into the air. In a Facebook post from the department, they say the request is part of an effort to maintain the safety of the people in the community, as well as businesses and critical infrastructure.Â. Frank Taylor is the managing editor of Carolina Public Press. GREENVILLE, SC (FOX Carolina) - The Greenville County Sherriff's Office says a 4-year-old boy that went missing at a popular park has been located with his biological father. Miller told CPP that the medic group did not learn of any complaint from a property owner until members were starting to set up Wednesday in the same alley and then relocated to near City Hall. [The latest: North Carolina coronavirus daily updates]. Depraved and uncivilized rioters delivered a bizarre threat to the Asheville, North Carolina police department this evening during their riot that left one conservative investigative journalist hospitalized with a traumatic brain injury. Some, like the students in Asheville, noted the … It was not OK.". Subscribe today to receive curated weekly insights, behind-the-scenes content, top reads and more, delivered every Saturday morning. “(The City) Council has asked for an explanation of why that occurred. We won't sell any of your personal information, and you can unsubscribe at any time. ASHVEGAS.COM is a local news and entertainment website serving the city and the people of Asheville, N.C., sharing local news, the word on the street, events, and information as it happens.We’re the first place to look for the Asheville news you care about. 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The day marks the 51st anniversary of the Stonewall Riots. “Over the past three days, APD has tried to eliminate objects that can be thrown at protesters and law enforcement. "Your nose, immediately all your sinuses are all clogged up. Asheville, North Carolina, ... occurred while about 150 demonstrators gathered near Asheville’s city hall to protest the Breonna Taylor news. His death has brought renewed outrage over the tactics police use and their treatment of African Americans. Whoops! “Today, along with the city manager and members of the Asheville police department I met with the organizers of the medical team supporting the protesters whose station was destroyed earlier this week. or anything. Also on Tuesday, Asheville's mayor declared a state of emergency and issued a curfew following two nights of chaotic protests in the Mountain city. Several staff members issued statements of disgust to local news media. Fireworks were also thrown in the street. But this was a disappointing moment in an otherwise peaceful evening.”. Asheville Police also wanted to share the following information with the public so as to make protesters aware of the protocol they'll be following regarding the use of tear gas and pepper balls:Â. Don't knowingly lie about anyone Carolina Public Press is committed to ethical, nonpartisan reporting on the important issues facing our communities. “Today, along with the city manager and members of the Asheville police department I met with the organizers of the medical team supporting the protesters whose station was destroyed earlier this week. Copyright 2020 FOX Carolina (Meredith Corporation). Learn More{{/message}}, {{#message}}{{{message}}}{{/message}}{{^message}}It appears your submission was successful. June 28, 2020 - A group of demonstrators gathered midday Sunday to rally and march through downtown Asheville, North Carolina. Even though the server responded OK, it is possible the submission was not processed. His death has brought renewed outrage over the tactics police use and their treatment of … The curfew and state of emergency was issued after police confirmed 11 arrests from Monday's protests.Â. The medic group was there to provide water, bandages and possibly other emergency medical care to protesters. “I am aware of the incident involving officers destroying the medical supplies of demonstrators, including water bottles, food and other supplies,” she said. News 13 crews say the crowd is starting to disperse.” FAYETTEVILLE Thursday evening, Police Chief David Zack issued an apology via YouTube, indicating that he was “truly sorry” for how the situation was handled. A visual of the vandalism that took place after protests & riots in downtown Asheville on June 1, 2020. And we thought this Asheville home with a show-stopping indoor pool and 1920s ice cream bar was cool. More than a year since Tesla unveiled the first version of the Cybertruck, the company has been mostly silent about plans for its highly anticipated electric pickup. However, incidents have occurred, including clashes with police and vandalism to storefronts. Daniela Duncan/Getty Images, STOCK PHOTO Leaders in Asheville, North Carolina, have taken a historic step to repair centuries of racial prejudice by unanimously voting to provide reparations. An Instagram posts states a "Solidarity Vigil for Jacob Blake and Kenosha Uprising" will take place at 6 p.m. Aug. 30, at the West Asheville library. "It definitely hurts," he said. A 7 News crew at … Keep it Clean. Be Truthful. The crowd then moved downtown, and some members of the crowd began to vandalize city property. "I think the overall group did not want violence," he said. Whoever broke it did not represent the vast majority of people here who seem to be against property damage.". The group that interfered with that was very, very small.".