Asheville Family Seeks Answers in Haywood Bridge Death
By Marge Farrington | Published 2026-05-14T16:23:22.981Z
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Location: Asheville, NC, Buncombe County
Asheville family seeks answers in the death of Christopher Hipps, found under Haywood Road Bridge. Police investigate; community help needed.
Asheville -- May 14, 2026: The family of Christopher Rorey Hipps, a 40-year-old Asheville man found deceased under the Haywood Road Bridge, has issued a public plea for information as authorities continue to investigate his death. Hipps' identity was confirmed recently, prompting his family to seek community assistance in understanding the circumstances surrounding his passing.Hipps was discovered around 12:28 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, 2026, beneath the bridge in Asheville. The Asheville Police D
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