Asheville -- A man died following a pedestrian accident on Airport Road. The Asheville Police Department is investigating the collision.
Andrew Robert Angstead, 31, died on Saturday, April 4, 2026, after being struck by a vehicle the previous evening. The incident occurred around 8:41 p.m. on Friday, April 3, 2026, in the 70 block of Airport Road in South Asheville.
Incident Details
Angstead was reportedly attempting to cross Airport Road when he was struck by an eastbound 2024 Kia Sportage. He was transported to Mission Hospital, where he died from his injuries on Saturday. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene.
The Asheville Police Department (APD) is investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident. Preliminary investigation indicates Angstead was crossing the street at the time of the collision. Further details are under review.
Airport Road has been the site of vehicle-pedestrian incidents. The specific circumstances of this incident are under investigation.
Investigation
The APD is consulting with the Buncombe County District Attorney’s Office. Charges are pending the outcome of the investigation. Angstead's next of kin have been notified.
The Asheville Police Department is asking anyone with information about the incident to contact them at (828) 252-1110. Tips can also be sent via text by texting “TIP2APD” to 847411, or through the TIP2APD app.
The investigation is ongoing.