Pedestrian Killed in Buncombe County Accident
The pedestrian has been identified as Bruce Hensley, 67, who died in a crash on Old Leicester Highway on November 9.
Bruce Hensley, 67, was killed in a pedestrian crash on Old Leicester Highway in Buncombe County on November 9, according to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol.
What Happened on Old Leicester Highway
The crash happened just before 4 p.m. near Foster Estate Drive. Troopers said a white 2021 Tesla traveling westbound struck Hensley. Troopers said West Buncombe Volunteer Fire Department personnel declared him dead at the scene. Troopers said the driver, Richard Tener, 45, of Asheville, was taken into custody and charged with driving while impaired.
Where the Highway Patrol Investigation Stands
A Highway Patrol sergeant said the investigation is ongoing. He said the district attorney's office will be consulted before any further charges are decided. According to the West Buncombe Volunteer Fire Department, Old Leicester Highway stayed shut for a period while officers investigated. Troopers asked anyone who witnessed the crash or stopped to help to contact Troop G, District IV Office of the State Highway Patrol.
An arrest is not a conviction. The case moves through the courts, and the full process can take many months.
Candice Bond· Bond LegalFrom an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice. The contributor may not be licensed in your state.Sources
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Death certificates. The funeral home or the family can order them, and banks and insurers each usually want a copy.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Funeral costs. Every state has a victim fund that pays funeral costs after some crashes, and the fund decides who qualifies.
Survivor payments. If the person who died had worked, their spouse or children may get monthly Social Security payments. Applying early matters.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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