Asheville Man Charged In Atkinson Street Shooting
Trevon Demarkus Stone faces multiple charges, including attempted murder, for the April 26 shooting incident.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Violence
Asheville police have charged 20-year-old Trevon Demarkus Stone in connection with a shooting on Atkinson Street that resulted in one injury. Stone is currently in federal custody while facing charges for the April 26 violence.
Why it matters
The charges represent the latest progression in an ongoing investigation that has now implicated three total suspects in the incident. Authorities seek to hold accountable all individuals involved in the shooting, which also caused damage to multiple vehicles.
Trevon Demarkus Stone faces charges of attempted murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and assault with a deadly weapon. These charges follow previous legal action against Lamon Tyrik Smith Jr. and a 16-year-old suspect.
The players
Trevon Demarkus Stone
The suspect is an individual currently held in federal custody on unrelated charges.
Asheville Police Department
This is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for investigating the Atkinson Street shooting.
Lamon Tyrik Smith Jr.
He is a 20-year-old previously charged by authorities in connection with this shooting incident.
The details
The shooting occurred on Atkinson Street, leaving one victim with non-life-threatening injuries and causing damage to several personal vehicles. Police detectives confirmed the additional charges against Stone, who is already detained on unrelated federal counts.
Timeline
The shooting took place on Atkinson Street on April 26.
A 16-year-old suspect surrendered to authorities in September.
Police announced the additional charges against Stone on Monday.
Legal Context
The apprehension and charging of multiple suspects in this incident align with the 2026 Asheville violent crime reporting protocols. This multi-agency approach reflects standard investigative procedures for tracking down participants in localized street violence.
Residents can assist in the ongoing investigation by submitting anonymous tips through the APD app or by texting TIP2APD to 847411. The department continues to urge anyone with information regarding the April 26 incident to come forward to support the legal process.
The takeaway
The addition of a third suspect highlights the methodical nature of modern criminal investigations that often span several months. Community members are encouraged to utilize official digital tip lines to ensure investigators have all available information regarding public safety incidents.
Further reading
For more information on local safety, see the Violence section.
