Louisiana State Police News Release
Date Posted: 09/23/2009

Troop I
Pedestrian Killed In Hit And Run Crash


LOUISIANA STATE POLICE
COURTESY LOYALTY SERVICE

Colonel Michael D. Edmonson, Superintendent

Pedestrian Killed In

Hit And Run Crash



September 23, 2009

Louisiana State Police – Troop I is investigating a Hit and Run fatal crash on LA 339 near Fortune Road.

Investigators believe the crash may have occurred sometime late yesterday evening, as the pedestrian was walking south on LA 339. An unknown vehicle struck the pedestrian and the vehicle then fled the scene. A motorist observed the victims body on the side of the roadway this morning and notified authorities.

The identity of the pedestrian is being withheld until next of kin can be notified.

Investigators ask that if you have any information on this deadly crash, please call Troop I at 337-262-5880.

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Contact Information:
Sgt. David Anderson
Louisiana State Police
Troop I
Office: 337-262-1917
www.lsp.org