Chapel Hill Review

The Chapel Hill Police Department has charged a man following an incident involving shots fired in the 100 block of East Franklin Street just before 6 p.m. on July 17, 2024.

Officers determined that Joe Antonio Tyson, aged 37, fired shots into the air after an argument with another individual. There are no reports of injuries.

“Our downtown officers took this suspect into custody within about three minutes and we’re grateful that no one was injured,” Chief Celisa Lehew stated. “A deadly shooting on Ashley Forest Road this morning and the shots fired on Franklin Street this evening are difficult reminders that gun violence affects everyone and we will not tolerate it. Our hearts are with the loved ones and community members affected by this violence.”

Anyone with information about these cases is encouraged to call 911 or contact the Chapel Hill Police Department at 919-968-2760 (8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday). Callers who wish to remain anonymous can call Chapel Hill-Carrboro-UNC Crimestoppers at 919-942-7515 or visit https://chapelhillcrimestoppers.com/

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