Driver in Tesla Going Wrong Way on Interstate in Asheville Dies in Crash

Driver in Tesla Going Wrong Way on Interstate in Asheville Dies in Crash

The Asheville Police Department reported a tragic incident where a driver lost his life after driving the wrong way on the interstate and colliding with another vehicle. The crash occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning, resulting in the death of the driver of a Tesla.

Details of the Incident

According to the police department, at 2:33 a.m., the driver of a Tesla was traveling east in the wrong direction on I-40 west in Asheville. The Tesla collided with a freightliner that was heading westbound on the interstate. The driver of the Tesla, identified as 26-year-old Andrew Dean Justiniano, succumbed to his injuries at the scene of the crash. Fortunately, the driver of the freightliner escaped unharmed.

Traffic Disruption

Following the collision, law enforcement officials had to shut down the interstate for five and a half hours to facilitate the investigation and clear the wreckage. The closure caused significant disruptions to traffic flow in the area.

Investigation Ongoing

The Asheville Police Department is conducting a thorough investigation into the circumstances that led to the driver of the Tesla traveling in the wrong direction on the interstate. It is crucial to determine the factors that contributed to the collision and the tragic loss of life.

Condolences to the Family

Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Andrew Dean Justiniano during this difficult time. Losing a loved one in such a sudden and tragic manner is heartbreaking, and we extend our deepest sympathies to those affected by this devastating incident.

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