Charges Filed After Line-of-Duty Crash That Claimed the Life of Cleveland County Paramedic Ashley Moore

A driver is now facing multiple criminal charges, including second-degree murder, following the crash that claimed the life of Cleveland County Paramedic Ashley Moore while she was on duty Monday morning.

The North Carolina State Highway Patrol announced that 30-year-old Jared ONeil Logan has been charged with Second-Degree Murder, Driving While Impaired (DWI), Reckless Driving, and Failure to Wear a Seat Belt. He is being held in the Gaston County Jail without bond.

Moore, 37, was a Paramedic and Field Training Officer with Cleveland County Emergency Medical Services. She had served Cleveland County for nine years, earning a reputation as a dedicated first responder, mentor, and compassionate caregiver. County officials also confirmed that the day of the crash was Moore's birthday.

According to investigators, the crash happened Monday morning on U.S. Highway 74 near Interstate 85 in Gaston County.

Troopers say a Cleveland County EMS ambulance was transporting a patient and attempting to make a U-turn when it was struck from behind by another vehicle. The impact caused the ambulance to overturn onto its passenger side.

Moore suffered fatal injuries in the crash and was pronounced dead. Authorities have not released information about the condition of the patient or the other occupants involved.

Following their investigation, the State Highway Patrol determined there was enough evidence to file the following charges against Logan:

• Second-Degree Murder

• Driving While Impaired (DWI)

• Reckless Driving

• Failure to Wear a Seat Belt

  
  

Cleveland County officials said Moore's passing has deeply affected the entire EMS community.

"It is with sincere regret and heavy hearts that Cleveland County announces the line-of-duty death of Ms. Ashley Moore, Paramedic/Field Training Officer," the county said in a statement.

EMS Director Thomas McNeilly described the loss as devastating, saying the department is grieving the death of one of its own.

County Manager David B. Cotton said the county's immediate focus is supporting Moore's family, friends, and fellow first responders during this difficult time, asking the community to keep them in their thoughts and prayers.

Out of respect for the family, county officials said no additional personal information will be released. Funeral and memorial service details will be shared when they become available.

The investigation into the fatal crash remains ongoing.

Ashley Moore's death is a heartbreaking loss for Cleveland County EMS and the community she faithfully served for nearly a decade. Her dedication to caring for others and mentoring future paramedics leaves behind a legacy that will continue to inspire those who worked alongside her.