Vernon Parish, LA (2/5/2023) – On February 4, 2023, at approximately 7:03 p.m., Louisiana State Police (LSP), Troop E, responded to a fatal crash on Louisiana Highway 111 at Tom Beckcom Road. This crash killed an unidentified white female pedestrian.
The initial investigation revealed that an unidentified vehicle was traveling southbound on Louisiana Highway 111. For reasons still under investigation, a pedestrian was walking in the southbound lane and was struck by an unknown vehicle. As a result of the crash, the pedestrian sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead on the scene. Routine toxicology tests are pending.
Through investigative means, Troopers believe that the unknown vehicle could be an older model (1994-1995) Ford Mustang silver in color. The vehicle may also have an exhaust that emits moderate sound.
Troopers are asking anyone with information regarding the unknown vehicle’s whereabouts or the pedestrian’s identity to call Troop E at (318) 487-5911. The crash remains under investigation.
In 2023, Troop E Troopers investigated three fatal crashes resulting in three fatalities.
