Man dies after being hit by car in Asheville

Police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred on Airport Road

Apr. 6, 2026 at 6:52pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a broken car side mirror reflecting the faint glow of streetlights, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a fatal pedestrian collision.The shattered remnants of a vehicle's side mirror serve as a somber reminder of the human cost of pedestrian accidents in Asheville.Asheville Today

A 31-year-old pedestrian, Andrew Robert Angstead, was struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross the road in south Asheville on Friday evening. He was taken to the hospital but died from his injuries the following day. The Asheville Police Department is investigating the crash and working with the district attorney's office to determine if charges will be filed.

Why it matters

Pedestrian safety is an ongoing concern in many cities, and this tragic incident highlights the need for improved infrastructure, driver awareness, and enforcement to protect vulnerable road users. The investigation may also shed light on the circumstances that led to this fatal collision.

The details

According to police, the crash occurred around 8:41 p.m. on Friday in the 70 block of Airport Road. A 2024 Kia Sportage was traveling eastbound when it struck Angstead as he was attempting to cross the road. Angstead was transported to Mission Hospital but succumbed to his injuries the following day.

  • The crash occurred around 8:41 p.m. on Friday, April 5, 2026.
  • Angstead died from his injuries on Saturday, April 6, 2026.

The players

Andrew Robert Angstead

A 31-year-old pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle and later died from his injuries.

Asheville Police Department

The law enforcement agency investigating the fatal crash and working with the district attorney's office.

Buncombe County District Attorney's Office

Collaborating with the Asheville Police Department on the investigation to determine if charges will be filed.

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What’s next

The Asheville Police Department and Buncombe County District Attorney's Office will continue their investigation to determine if any charges will be filed in relation to the fatal crash.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the importance of improving pedestrian safety measures in Asheville and other cities, through infrastructure upgrades, driver education, and enforcement, to prevent similar devastating outcomes in the future.