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Police investigating fatal vehicle collision in East Asheville

By Joanna Johnson,

2 days ago

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WSPA) – The Asheville Police Department is investigating a single motor vehicle collision that took place on Monday afternoon, in East Asheville.

Officers said Asheville Police Department Patrol Officers responded to a motor vehicle collision with injuries near the 5 block of Wood Avenue around 4:30 p.m.

Investigation indicate a a 2011 Ford Taurus operated by John Drummond. Officers suspect the driver was traveling south on Wood Avenue crossed left of center, ran off the road and collided with a tree.

Speed is suspected to be a contributing factor.

The driver and the occupant were transported to Mission Hospital with serious injuries. Drummond succumbed to his injuries on Tuesday.

Officers said the investigation is continuing, and if anyone has any information about the incident, please contact APD at 828-252-1110

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