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Two men found shot to death in Arden

Two men found shot to death in Arden

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ARDEN, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after two men were found shot to death early Saturday morning in Arden.

Deputies responded to a report of a gunshot wound around 12:20 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, on Pine Needle Lane near the Henderson County line.

Two men were found dead from gunshot wounds, according to the sheriff’s office.

Investigators are working to identify the shooter and determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

“Our hearts and thoughts are with the families of the victims,” Capt. Dustan Auldredge said in a statement. “Our Criminal Investigations Division is working to identify the shooter and the circumstances.”

The sheriff’s office said the men’s identities and additional information will be released after their families have been notified.

Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office.

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