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2192 2016-12-16 Troop C Troopers Make an Arrest in Terrebonne Parish Hit and Run Fatality

TROOP C NEWS RELEASE
December 16, 2016

Troopers Make an Arrest in Terrebonne Parish Hit and Run Fatality


Schriever, LA – Troopers at Troop C made an arrest this afternoon in the hit and run fatality crash that killed 51 year old pedestrian Tommy Toms of Schriever early this morning. With the help of physical evidence recovered at the scene, video surveillance, and an anonymous tip called in, Troopers were able to identify 27 year old Jorge Dominguez of Raceland, LA as the driver who fled the scene. Dominguez was driving a blue 2016 Honda Accord eastbound on LA 20 when he ran off of the road and struck Toms. Dominguez was placed under arrest for Felony Hit and Run Driving, Improper Lane Usage, and Driving Under Suspension. He was booked into the Terrebonne Parish Criminal Justice Complex. Alcohol / Drug use is unknown at this time and the investigation is ongoing.



Original Release: Shortly after 7:00 am this morning, Louisiana State Police Troop C responded to a hit and run fatality crash involving a pedestrian on LA 20 near Main Project Road in Terrebonne Parish. The identity of the pedestrian is being withheld at this time, pending notification to the family.

Through the course of the investigation, Troopers gathered evidence at the scene and determined a small dark colored car was involved in the crash. The vehicle should have damage to the right headlight, missing the right side mirror, and possible damage to the right side of the windshield. The crash took place at approximately 3:00 am this morning and the vehicle was last seen heading east bound on LA 20.

Troopers are asking anyone with information regarding this crash please contact Troop C at 985-857-3680. Callers can remain anonymous. Updated information will be released as it becomes available.


Contact Information:
TFC Jesse LaGrange
Louisiana State Police
Troop C Public Affairs
Office: (985) 857-3680
jesse.lagrange@la.gov
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