Fatal I-240 Crash Claims Life of Local Man, Zacharia Robert Cosgrove
ASHEVILLE, NC — A tragic multi-vehicle collision on the evening of June 7, 2025, has claimed the life of Zacharia Robert Cosgrove, 41, of Asheville, according to a statement released by the Asheville Police Department.
The fatal crash occurred along the westbound lanes of Interstate 240 in West Asheville, a stretch of highway known for heavy traffic and limited visibility in certain areas. Authorities report that Cosgrove was driving a 2015 Jeep Wrangler when he attempted to change lanes. During the maneuver, his vehicle made contact with another car, leading to a chain-reaction collision involving multiple vehicles.
Emergency crews responded quickly to the scene, but despite lifesaving efforts, Cosgrove was pronounced dead at the site of the crash. Several other drivers and passengers involved in the incident sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were treated by paramedics on scene or transported to nearby hospitals for further evaluation.
The Asheville Police Department’s Traffic Safety Unit closed a section of I-240 for several hours as they conducted an on-site investigation, worked to reconstruct the crash, and cleared debris from the roadway. Preliminary findings suggest that improper lane change and congested traffic conditions may have contributed to the incident. Toxicology tests are being conducted as part of standard procedure, but no signs of impairment have been reported at this time.
Cosgrove was a known and well-liked member of the Asheville community, and news of his sudden passing has left family, friends, and colleagues in mourning.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the crash and are asking any witnesses or drivers with dashcam footage from the area around the time of the accident to come forward. Information can be submitted to the Asheville Police Department’s Traffic Safety Unit.
The department issued a statement reminding drivers to remain alert and cautious on highways, especially during evening hours when visibility is reduced and traffic is unpredictable.
Further updates will be released as the investigation progresses.
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