Gavin Kurtz (left) and Riley Adams
Mary Alice Reporting –
Following a report of shots being fired, two are being held at the Tuscarawas County jail.
New Philadelphia police had responded around 1:40am on Monday when a caller stated that that a dark colored vehicle was driving by his East High Avenue home when individuals opened fire before speeding away. No injuries were reported.
An investigation determined that the driver was 19-year-old Riley Adams and the shooter was 19-year-old Gavin Kurtz.
The two are being held in the Tuscarawas County Justice for felonious assault and improperly handling of a firearm in a motor vehicle. Adams is additionally charged with assault with knowingly harming a victim and aggravated robbery, according to jail booking information.
No further details were provided in the ongoing investigation, but anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact New Philadelphia Police Detective Willett by calling 330-343-4488.
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