| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 2275 | 2015-04-01 | Troop C | Bicyclist Killed in Hit and Run Crash on LA 3087 |
TROOP C - NEWS RELEASE April 1, 2015 Bicyclist Killed in Hit and Run Crash on LA 3087 Houma, LA- Shortly before 5 pm yesterday afternoon, a bicyclist was struck in a hit and run crash on LA 3087 in Terrebonne Parish and later died from his injuries. The driver of the hit and run vehicle is still wanted at this time. The investigation revealed that a bicycle was traveling east on LA 3087 in the median, just west of LA 660. The bicycle was being operated by Jonathan Young (B/M age 20) of Houma, LA. As the bicycle was traveling east in the median, Young made a left turn and attempted to cross both westbound lanes of LA 3087. Young was struck by a 2001 Ford Truck in the right outside lane of LA 3087. Witnesses said a Hispanic male exited the vehicle to remove the bicycle from under the truck and then fled the scene in the vehicle. Young was transported to Terrebonne General Hospital, but was later transported to University Hospital in New Orleans. Young died this morning from his injuries sustained in the crash. Following investigative leads, the vehicle was located at 126 Mexico Court in Houma LA. The driver of the vehicle is still wanted at this time. If anyone has information in regards to this hit and run fatality contact: -Louisiana State Police at (985) 857-3680 -Bayou Region Crime Stoppers at (800) 743-7433 Or text “GIVEATIP plus your message” to 274637 (CRIMES) Alcohol use is unknown at this time. This crash remains under investigation. According to Louisiana State Law, bicycles must travel in the same direction as traffic and obey all traffic laws. Remember to always be aware of your surroundings. Motorists that witness hazardous situations are urged to call *LSP (*577) and report that activity to the Louisiana State Police. Contact Information: Tfc. Evan Harrell Public Information Officer Louisiana State Police – Troop C Office- (985) 857-3680 Cell- (985) 855-0241 Evan.Harrell@dps.la.gov www.LSP.org | |||
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